chaptersofchase 's review for:

Belladonna by Adalyn Grace

4.5

adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

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Belladonna || Book Review

Genre: YA
Trope: Fantasy/Historical Fiction
Format: 🎧📖
Pub Date: 8.20.2022
Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆.5

"I am many things, but I am not ashamed."

Belladonna by Adalyn Grace is the best YA fantasy book I've read in a long time. It has a bit of romance, historical fiction, and mystery mixed into the storyline, making it a unique book. I never felt like I was reading something from the YA genre, either.

What I fell in love with first was the author's beautiful writing. It was so perfectly atmospheric and provided some of the most beautiful details. There's only one date given throughout the book, which kept me from associating it with a specific period - which I've found I often enjoy about a book.

The mystery aspect was hands down one of the most fun I've ever read. Because of the author's attention to detail, I was right there with Signa as she attempted to figure out what was happening inside the mansion. Just when I thought I had everything figured out, another clue would be revealed, which sent me straight back to square one. It was so so much fun to read.

😍 Beautifully detailed
🔎 Gothic murder mystery
🤩 Gave me all the Addie Larue vibes
💯 Character development
🤯 Cliffhanger ending

I can't wait for the next book, Foxglove, which will be published in 2023. I recommend reading Belladonna if you enjoyed reading The Invisible Life of Addie Larue or the Stalking Jack the Ripper series.

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