A review by ashlightgrayson
Cazadora by Romina Garber

adventurous inspiring reflective 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

4.0

I was looking forward to going back to this world. Manu has an amazing amount of character growth in this installment. There is more of a focus on her romantic relationship rather than her more platonic relationships. However, I think it balances out with the first book since that one was mostly about Manu finding her place among friends. In this one she has to camaflouge herself once again in order to survive. She feels more secure with herself and it really shows through her willingness to take initiative. 

There is a lot of continued commentary on how damaging strictly enforced gender roles can be to members of a society. Manu and the girls in the pack have to consistently push against social norms in order to accomplish their goals. I like that even the characters we have come to like have to be challenged sometimes. It shows that they are flawed and shows a realistic view of how change happens in a society. Even those that have great intentions have to continously learn and course correct. 

The ending is open ended and feels perfect for a sequel. For now this has been published as a duology. I'm hoping that in the future Romina Garber is allowed to revisit this world. The epilogue left me wanting more and I feel like there is still so much more that can be explored in this world. It's also just amazing to have Latinx urban fantasy represented in a demographic as significant as YA. 
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