A review by emma_lopezmastropietro
Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas

dark 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

4.5

I loved so much about this book. I cried through the last 100 pages. It was truly stellar. This is one of few SJM books I feel is evenly paced throughout, it’s nonstop. HOWEVER,
the Aedion/war chapters were, at times, unbearable. The only good thing about them was Lysandra.


My other main criticism is that this really could have been two books. There is a lot I wish was explored more
eg. The lord of the north lore. The end felt a little rushed and I would’ve absolutely read a novel/novella about the rebuilding


Also, Manon & Abraxos’ story wrecked me.


Overall, this whole series is one of the best I’ve read. I wish I’d found this series in high school- I would have loved to have a series centered on women, rooted in their depth/strength. 
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