A review by ericadawson
Redemptor by Jordan Ifueko

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful 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

4.0

Two for two for the Raybearer series by Jordan Ifueko. 

I'd worried at one point that a certain romantic subplot would kill my love for the book, but even that took a a turn that I didn't expect, serving to enhance the overall story of Tarisai Kunleo.

The prose is as lush as the previous installment. I had petty gripes here and there, but overall I loved every word. The story is complex without being convoluted, and rich without being overseasoned. Although I was less invested in the relational and plot conflicts in this one (nothing will ever beat the stakes of the first), I was still glad to see all the twists and turns it took for Tarisai to be the woman she was meant to be. No relationship felt forgotten or underbaked. The pacing was strong and steady 99% of the time. The worldbuilding is at a level that I can only aspire to reach. I love this book. Highly recommend. 
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