A review by margotnelson
The Black Veins by Ashia Monet

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious tense fast-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

3.0

I have mixed feelings about this book. On one hand, I grew really attached to the characters. Their group dynamic was so fun, their banter was entertaining, and they're a great example of the found family trope. On the other hand, the writing felt clunky for most of the book, with a lot of info-dumping sections and blocks of dialogue explaining the world-building in a way that did not feel like the way real people talk at all. There were also plot-lines and secondary characters that were made to seem really important and then were never resolved. I think there's going to be a second book, so maybe the answers will be in there.

I'd say if you're looking for a fun, slightly corny book of magic antics with a diverse cast of goofy teenagers, this is a good pick!
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