A review by maralaene
The Keeper of Night by Kylie Lee Baker

adventurous dark emotional sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

I absolutely loved this world and the magic built into it. The concept of different types of soul collection and death magic across different cultures made for an amazing read. Plus I loved the idea of a mixed death-god race! 

At times though, I will admit, Ren was not my favorite character. She felt naive and selfish - though she blatantly admitted this many times over.
My working theory is that whatever curse the Reapers placed on her with death was eating away at her compassion and essentially amplify the darkness. But who knows. Also - I don’t buy the love interest. Didn’t get it honestly.
 
But Neven - absolutely adored him. He truly loves unconditionally and I feel like that is something critical to the story that we don’t yet get to know.
And god I hope he hasn’t actually died. I’m sure the compassion he showed to the yokai will play a big role in the next book.
 

I can’t wait to keep reading and finish out the story. 

✓ Dark Fantasy
✓ Japanese mythology 
✓ Sibling bonds

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