A review by amanda_marie
The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna

adventurous dark fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

Some of the world building felt a little simplistic, but the overall premise was so compelling that I couldn’t put it down. The concept was original, the twists riveting, and the characters surprising each way. I mostly wish it weren’t such a blatantly explicit mirror of our own world. Subtlety is not its strength, but sometimes that in itself is refreshing. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Child death, Death of parent, Sexism, Torture, Physical abuse, Violence, and Gore

Moderate: Rape and Sexual assault