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A review by thebookishatelier
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I'm having a hard time rating this one. While I did enjoy it, it was just solidly good. I've read better books that I gave the same rating to, but I don't fully feel like this goes below 3 stars because that is normally when I DNF a book.
If you just want a solid, good, YA book with fae then this is perfect. It isn't outstanding, but it was still an enjoyable read. I understand why some people love it but I also understand why some people don't. I enjoyed the story, the plot moved decently fast, and it was entertaining to read. It definitely feels like watching a trashy TV show where you just want to watch terrible people do terrible things.
If you just want a solid, good, YA book with fae then this is perfect. It isn't outstanding, but it was still an enjoyable read. I understand why some people love it but I also understand why some people don't. I enjoyed the story, the plot moved decently fast, and it was entertaining to read. It definitely feels like watching a trashy TV show where you just want to watch terrible people do terrible things.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Death of parent, and Murder
Minor: Blood, Death, Drug use, and Violence