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A review by husnaibrahim_
Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
4.5
My goodness this was such a book! I never felt a moment of boredom, which is quite remarkable considering the complexity of the storyline. I mean this book had so much going on all at once with all these different people and povs, but it somehow doesn’t feel chaotic.
At first, I was a bit puzzled by all these different main characters telling their stories, but as I got deeper into it, it totally made sense and actually added to the excitement.
I think this book had so many things going right for it. Following the main characters as the big convergence day was approaching added a lot of anticipation. So when Serapio finally played his role and Naranpa wasn’t there, it was like a big, satisfying revelation. This carefully woven approach made the story even more engaging.
Now, speaking of Naranpa, her pov was the only one that didn’t immediately grab my attention. It wasn’t necessarily her character, but rather the dynamics around her that didn’t click for me. It’s not her fault but everyone around her was kind of irritating. At first, I didn’t mind her, and I even liked Iktan, but as the story unfolded, I found myself getting frustrated with both of them. Naranpa is the Sun Priest for for God’s sake, but it seemed like she had zero power, which was weird. But, turns out it’s because she’s being oppressed. And you know what, I’m actually glad her and Iktan’s potential romance didn’t materialize. I felt that Okoa had better chemistry with her.
In terms of chemistry, Xiala and Serapio worked really well too. I wouldn’t say that I saw it coming, nor am I strongly rooting for them, but I think it’ll be interesting to see if it actually goes somewhere. Alternatively, the idea of Xiala working with Iktan is also worth considering? Idk we’ll see because we’ve got so many unanswered questions and possibilities.
So yes, I’m really excited about the second book. I need to know what’s up with Naranpa, whether Benundah was right about Serapio still being around, and his impending bond with the crows, which is just fascinating. I mean his crows seem to be really efficient and loyal to him and I hope that relationship is explored more honestly. Also, I’m dying to find out what happened to Iktan and if he is the one who helped Xiala in the end.
There’s just so much going on, so much left to uncover and so much to look forward to and I can’t wait honestly.
At first, I was a bit puzzled by all these different main characters telling their stories, but as I got deeper into it, it totally made sense and actually added to the excitement.
I think this book had so many things going right for it. Following the main characters as the big convergence day was approaching added a lot of anticipation. So when Serapio finally played his role and Naranpa wasn’t there, it was like a big, satisfying revelation. This carefully woven approach made the story even more engaging.
Now, speaking of Naranpa, her pov was the only one that didn’t immediately grab my attention. It wasn’t necessarily her character, but rather the dynamics around her that didn’t click for me. It’s not her fault but everyone around her was kind of irritating. At first, I didn’t mind her, and I even liked Iktan, but as the story unfolded, I found myself getting frustrated with both of them. Naranpa is the Sun Priest for for God’s sake, but it seemed like she had zero power, which was weird. But, turns out it’s because she’s being oppressed. And you know what, I’m actually glad her and Iktan’s potential romance didn’t materialize. I felt that Okoa had better chemistry with her.
In terms of chemistry, Xiala and Serapio worked really well too. I wouldn’t say that I saw it coming, nor am I strongly rooting for them, but I think it’ll be interesting to see if it actually goes somewhere. Alternatively, the idea of Xiala working with Iktan is also worth considering? Idk we’ll see because we’ve got so many unanswered questions and possibilities.
So yes, I’m really excited about the second book. I need to know what’s up with Naranpa, whether Benundah was right about Serapio still being around, and his impending bond with the crows, which is just fascinating. I mean his crows seem to be really efficient and loyal to him and I hope that relationship is explored more honestly. Also, I’m dying to find out what happened to Iktan and if he is the one who helped Xiala in the end.
There’s just so much going on, so much left to uncover and so much to look forward to and I can’t wait honestly.