A review by srm
Dark Rise by C.S. Pacat

adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-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? It's complicated

4.5

Great worldbuilding and an interesting twist on the typical Chosen One narrative. Also, I can ship everyone in this book with everyone else in this book. Can't wait for the sequel.

Also need to mention that I listened to this one, and Christian Coulson, as always, is fantastic.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death, Death of parent, Torture, and Violence

Minor: Animal death and Grief