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cyrrene 's review for:
A Gathering of Shadows
by V.E. Schwab
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This second volume definitely seems more like the transition book, in which the focus of it is on Lila gaining usage of her powers. One thing I felt was distinctly lacking was Lila’s relatively “flat” growth. I know I am not the kind of audience for this, but I don’t really enjoy power-up fantasy novels where characters simply get stronger without it reflecting or paralleling an internal growth, and Lila’s progression seemed to follow this “look at me I am badass” trajectory. A missed opportunity, considering she is the only key female character, while the other key characters seem to have a lot more depth and internal conflict, which makes them much more interesting.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Violence, Blood