pastorscratchy1reads 's review for:

The Cruel Prince by Holly Black

4.25

adventurous challenging dark tense medium-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: Complicated

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I love this series. Everything about it, from the world building to the characters is amazing. It isn't perfect, but it is darn close.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Blood, Death of parent

Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Cursing, Death, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Murder, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Alcohol

Minor: Forced institutionalization, Grief, Pregnancy, War, Injury/Injury detail