A review by sicemsinger
A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

An honest confession: this series has never truly impressed me before now. But this book has blown all the others out of the water. SJM has shown remarkable growth as an author and storyteller in this latest volume, telling not so much a story about exterior conflict as the others have done, but much more difficult and nuanced story about internal growth. The themes of depression, PTSD, trust, and healing show a story that was more interesting and relatable than all the other books combined. Nesta is a complex and powerful character who comes face to face with her own demons and finds her way to healing with other female friends at her side. I think the development of those friendships is something I liked most about this story, demonstrating the power and importance of women supporting women. I look forward to the next book now with this new, stronger family.
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