astroprojection 's review for:

The Lord of Stariel by A.J. Lancaster
4.0
adventurous funny mysterious medium-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

I enjoyed this! It’s scratching that post-Encanto itch of “misfit in a chaotically magical family trying to save everyone’s butts” with lots of good, nostalgic Diana Wynne Jones energy thrown in there. I do think the solution to the mystery was apparent from early on but I was here for the fun vibes so it’s fine.