literaryhomebody 's review for:

Daughter of Smoke & Bone by Laini Taylor

4.0

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Absolutely magical! Laini Taylor’s writing is so gorgeous. It's so lyrical, vivid, and full of heart. She creates a world that feels completely alive, from Prague’s streets to the hidden realms of angels and chimera. Karou is such a compelling protagonist: witty, fierce, and deeply human, even in a world full of monsters. The story is full of mystery, romance, and action, and Taylor balances all of it beautifully. I really appreciated how unique it all was. The only downfall is that it's definitely a product of it's time with themes of instalove, but I just tried to remember that was how most books written in the early 2010's were. I still devoured it. The audiobook is especially a lovely treat.