A review by pastorscratchy1reads
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black

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? It's complicated

4.25

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, and Death of parent

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

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