A review by jesshaleth
The Ivory Key by Akshaya Raman

adventurous emotional medium-paced

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

2.5

Setting is magnificent, the premise intriguing and original. The writing style is fine. Slogging through a generic D&D dungeon with four whiny kids bickering at each other got really old really fast. A ruler of a country being able to swan off for an adventure rang pretty false. Won't read the next one, but if you enjoy teen drama and traps straight out of Indiana Jones, along with an actually great magic system and absolute tons of Indian food, then this book is for you!