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A review by nomackenzie
The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Enjoyable ready that has me wanting to move right onto the sequel! The friendships are so well developed - I kinda wish the romance element had the same level of development, though. I also felt something was missing from Deka's character. She just needed a little more bite or humour or something to make her more lovable - the side characters definitely outshone her.
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Abandonment, Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, and Torture
Moderate: Vomit and Rape