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A review by sarah_thebooknerd
Lobizona by Romina Garber
challenging
emotional
mysterious
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
5.0
This is one of the best YA fantasy books I have read. I feel like I’ve been saying that a lot this year but they just are so awesome.
The themes of gender identity and combating the gender roles that the society places on men and women in this world. The women are always Brujas ( witches) and the men are lobizones ( werewolves) but what if there is a possible in between or shift in those roles.
This book also explores the hardships of being undocumented and not belonging. The uncertainty of being able to remain in a world that doesn’t want you but you live in for safety.
The magic systems, portals magic and worlds, found family and friendships made my heart happy. I highly recommend this book and am so excited for book 2!!
The themes of gender identity and combating the gender roles that the society places on men and women in this world. The women are always Brujas ( witches) and the men are lobizones ( werewolves) but what if there is a possible in between or shift in those roles.
This book also explores the hardships of being undocumented and not belonging. The uncertainty of being able to remain in a world that doesn’t want you but you live in for safety.
The magic systems, portals magic and worlds, found family and friendships made my heart happy. I highly recommend this book and am so excited for book 2!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Police brutality, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Lesbophobia, and Blood