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A review by laguerrelewis
Locklands by Robert Jackson Bennett
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
5.0
What a finale. These books grew in stakes and ambition with every installment, but as the scope rose, so did it’s insight and emotional poignancy. The growth of these characters we love (along with some equally loveable and interesting new addition) is beautiful and profound, and Locklands made me tear up several times, including in its acknowledgement. Robert Jackson Bennett has a truly incredible mind for character, worldbuilding, and fantastical systems, and he inspires with a truly beautiful vision for a brighter future.
Graphic: Death, Confinement, Suicidal thoughts, Injury/Injury detail, Grief, Vomit, Violence, War, Fire/Fire injury, Kidnapping, Slavery, and Torture