A review by deb_prosp
The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna

adventurous dark inspiring mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

While Forna's prose is clunky and cliché at times (cue multiple mentions of "tears welled up in/ burned/ pricked my eyes"), the plot itself feels groundbreaking in its diverse cast of characters and rapid world-building. 'The Gilded Ones' was a solid page turner that sat comfortably in my thoughts once finished. I would not object to reading the sequel. 

Quite an enjoyable and relaxing read despite the darkly graphic and violent content. 
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