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meredith_williams_ 's review for:
The Final Gambit
by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a good finish to a really fun YA series! The mystery aspect was just as compelling as the first two books and the ending is really satisfying. Barnes’s writing style isn’t my personal favorite (I don’t love the angst of the main character’s inner dialogue or the cheesiness of the jokes between side characters), but I also recognize that I’m not the target age range for her books. I would definitely recommend this for any YA readers who love a good mystery with lots of fun plot twists!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Kidnapping
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Death, Emotional abuse, Torture, Grief, Abandonment
Minor: Death of parent, Pregnancy