A review by athenacomplex
Cinder by Marissa Meyer

adventurous medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Underwhelming re-read.

"I'm not sure I would label it a 'survivor,'" said Iko, her sensor darkening with disgust. "It looks more like a rotting pumpkin." 

Contrary to my magical middle school memories of this book, it was stuffed with one-dimensional villains and unsatisfying insta-love. Cinder's sisterly love for Peony carried the plot.