A review by raethereviewer
The Chainbreakers by Julian Randall

adventurous mysterious
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This was a super action-packed adventure steeped in magic. I love the way this novel worked as an allegory for saving enslaved people. The characters felt like pirates on a race against the evil Chainmakers. The magic system was fun and used quite frequently.

My only qualms were that there were, at times, a lot of characters to follow. I also think the world of different Heavens was really cool and I wish that was explored more. I hope this ends up being a series so it can be expanded. 

I'd recommend this one for upper elementary (mainly 5th grade) and lower middle school.

(I was between a 4 and 5 so I rounded up
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