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A review by kaylyn_loves_fantasy
The Stolen Throne by Abigail Owen
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
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? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 stars
Age: 15+
Genre: High Fantasy, Dark Romance
My Review:
This book is 100% a STAPLE in YA Romantasy. The kiss scenes and the tension between the two lovers are on point! Through the book, the relationship develops but not steadily, giving the whole book a relation to real life relationships. Also, each of the characters down to the smallest side character are all unique and relatable to real life in some way, not filtered or plastic at all. From internal to external dialogue, action scenes, spicy scenes, and moments of conflict, this book is just really well written! The main character, Meren, is one of the least annoying main characters I’ve read, and she has valid, real emotions that make the story come to life. On top of that, each of the characters go through such an amazingly powerful character arc, their personalities changing and progressing as the story goes on. In addition to all of this, the world building is SO GOOD. This world includes beautiful descriptions of scenery, regional architectural and cultural traditions, an advanced religious system, and an internal social structure that is so well described that it feels like real life! Overall one of my favorite books ever, a MUST READ. (Although that end did make a piece of me die inside, I cannot wait until November 2024!)
Age: 15+
Genre: High Fantasy, Dark Romance
My Review:
This book is 100% a STAPLE in YA Romantasy. The kiss scenes and the tension between the two lovers are on point! Through the book, the relationship develops but not steadily, giving the whole book a relation to real life relationships. Also, each of the characters down to the smallest side character are all unique and relatable to real life in some way, not filtered or plastic at all. From internal to external dialogue, action scenes, spicy scenes, and moments of conflict, this book is just really well written! The main character, Meren, is one of the least annoying main characters I’ve read, and she has valid, real emotions that make the story come to life. On top of that, each of the characters go through such an amazingly powerful character arc, their personalities changing and progressing as the story goes on. In addition to all of this, the world building is SO GOOD. This world includes beautiful descriptions of scenery, regional architectural and cultural traditions, an advanced religious system, and an internal social structure that is so well described that it feels like real life! Overall one of my favorite books ever, a MUST READ. (Although that end did make a piece of me die inside, I cannot wait until November 2024!)