andiiswagg 's review for:

Son of the Storm by Suyi Davies Okungbowa

4.5

adventurous 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: Yes

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The political intrigue in this book was EXQUISITE. I absolutely despise Eshemi, but she and her ma Nem are such fascinating, well-written characters. All of their scheming was the perfect foil to the earnestness of Danso, who just wants to learn. Danso is an awesome main character, with a complicated position - he is looked down upon for being Shashi, but still benefits from the systems that see the Shashi as lesser. In the beginning, he is blind to his own privilege because he can only focus on how he is discriminated against. Over time, and lots of argument from Zaq and Liliong, he grows and sees that both things can be true - he can be harmed by the institution he partakes in, while also benefiting from it and causing harm. His growth - both internally and with the magic - was a delight to read.

Liliong is probably my fav character. She’s so angry and powerful and stubborn and i love her so much.

The magic with the ibor is SO cool, and i can’t wait to see more in the rest of the trilogy!!