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A review by beckyg1016
The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This was a really interesting premise and I think it was well done.
Personally, I figured out all of the "big reveals" before they happened, which sort of spoils it, but I think that has more to do with me than with the book or the author. If you know what tropes to look for, the telegraphing is clear - but they were good tropes that worked well for this story and I think the author handled them nicely.
The characters are relatable and the emotion feels real and I definitely enjoyed the ride.
Personally, I figured out all of the "big reveals" before they happened, which sort of spoils it, but I think that has more to do with me than with the book or the author. If you know what tropes to look for, the telegraphing is clear - but they were good tropes that worked well for this story and I think the author handled them nicely.
The characters are relatable and the emotion feels real and I definitely enjoyed the ride.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Death, and Fire/Fire injury