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A review by skylarkblue1
The Crooked Sixpence by Jennifer Bell
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Representations: https://trello.com/c/QIHsqmLf/105-the-uncommoners-1-the-crooked-sixpence-by-jennifer-bell
I had no idea what to expect from this, I only picked it up in the library because it had such a pretty cover. What it gave me was incredible: A story of a magical, mysterious, underground society filled with conspiracy and danger!
I really loved the world building and the plot, it was so intriguing and cool! The whole uncommon items system was really unique and cool, I loved going through all the different items throughout the journey to see what they all did. The world felt so rich and really detailed despite so much happening, and without feeling like it was constant lore dumps either.
The characters where excellent, I loved the sibling dynamic and the addition of the "new kid" served as a great world explanation for readers but added in an additional side to the mystery that played off really well. There was a lot of characters, but I didn't have any issues following who was who for once! I really cannot wait to see how they're expanded upon in the next book, especially the family.
I really loved this, I absolutely will be reading the next book - I might even try and see if I can still pick up some copies for my own collection 👀 I will note though, the body horror content warning isn't a joke. It's weirdly very graphic with some aspects that even grossed me out!
I had no idea what to expect from this, I only picked it up in the library because it had such a pretty cover. What it gave me was incredible: A story of a magical, mysterious, underground society filled with conspiracy and danger!
I really loved the world building and the plot, it was so intriguing and cool! The whole uncommon items system was really unique and cool, I loved going through all the different items throughout the journey to see what they all did. The world felt so rich and really detailed despite so much happening, and without feeling like it was constant lore dumps either.
The characters where excellent, I loved the sibling dynamic and the addition of the "new kid" served as a great world explanation for readers but added in an additional side to the mystery that played off really well. There was a lot of characters, but I didn't have any issues following who was who for once! I really cannot wait to see how they're expanded upon in the next book, especially the family.
I really loved this, I absolutely will be reading the next book - I might even try and see if I can still pick up some copies for my own collection 👀 I will note though, the body horror content warning isn't a joke. It's weirdly very graphic with some aspects that even grossed me out!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Death of parent and Medical content