A review by azahller
The Darkening by Sunya Mara

adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I've never read anything like this before. This book was mysterious, exciting, and absolutely devastating right from the get go. The magic system is all based in runes which is entirely new to me. I really enjoyed the pacing and the mix of internal and external conflict. One of the big conflicts gave Hunger Games and another gave House of the Undying (Game of Thrones), which I felt was a really great mix up. I can't wait to get my hands on the sequel!