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A review by quasinaut
Melting Stones by Tamora Pierce
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This book just didn't grab me. I listened to the audiobook and while most of the narration and music were well executed, I found some of the voices were annoying.
I didn't understand why it would be a surprise that a volcano was brewing. In general, I wanted more depth -- I would have liked to see more of Oswin and his ingenuity, and learned more about Nori and the other orphaned children. One bright spot? Seeing how Evvy gradually grew to care for the islanders, especially Meryem.
I didn't understand why it would be a surprise that a volcano was brewing. In general, I wanted more depth -- I would have liked to see more of Oswin and his ingenuity, and learned more about Nori and the other orphaned children. One bright spot? Seeing how Evvy gradually grew to care for the islanders, especially Meryem.
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal death, Physical abuse, Death of parent, and War