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A review by jacksonjuda
Air Awakens by Elise Kova
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
(no spoilers)
When I was 18, I absolutely loved this book, even though the series wasn’t finished yet. Now that I’m rereading it, I’m happy to say it still holds up really well. Back then, I would’ve easily given it 5 stars — and honestly, I still might. It has such a great vibe, especially if you're into books by authors like Leigh Bardugo. The atmosphere is rich, the world is immersive, and it’s a solid entry into the series that sets everything up really well.
There’s a slow-burn romance woven through the story, but it’s not the main focus — more of a background thread that builds nicely over time. What I love most is the mix of tone: there are tense moments, genuinely sad scenes, and some goofy, lighthearted ones too. It really balances emotion, suspense, and fun in a way that feels natural and engaging. I definitely recommend this one if you like fantasy with character depth and just the right touch of romance.
When I was 18, I absolutely loved this book, even though the series wasn’t finished yet. Now that I’m rereading it, I’m happy to say it still holds up really well. Back then, I would’ve easily given it 5 stars — and honestly, I still might. It has such a great vibe, especially if you're into books by authors like Leigh Bardugo. The atmosphere is rich, the world is immersive, and it’s a solid entry into the series that sets everything up really well.
There’s a slow-burn romance woven through the story, but it’s not the main focus — more of a background thread that builds nicely over time. What I love most is the mix of tone: there are tense moments, genuinely sad scenes, and some goofy, lighthearted ones too. It really balances emotion, suspense, and fun in a way that feels natural and engaging. I definitely recommend this one if you like fantasy with character depth and just the right touch of romance.