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The Ash-Born Boy
by V.E. Schwab
challenging
dark
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Remarkably well done for a novella. Author builds sympathy and empathy for the main character and establishes both setting and background without bogging down any sections of the story. Side characters were vividly depicted without distracting from protagonist. Story was well constructed and neatly ended.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Violence
Moderate: Child abuse, Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Confinement, Death of parent