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orchidlilly 's review for:
The Mark of the Dragonfly
by Jaleigh Johnson
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
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:
No
This book is such a magnificent introduction to steampunk and dystopian books for younger readers, while still being upbeat and fascinating! The characters all have their own delightful little quirks, and the worldbuilding feeds the imagination! I've read this book about a billion times over, and it never fails to entertain me!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, Physical abuse, Slavery, Violence, Blood, Trafficking, Kidnapping, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Body horror, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Police brutality, Medical content, Medical trauma, Death of parent, Abandonment, War, Classism