A review by reading_between_the_trees
Legendborn by Tracy Deonn

adventurous challenging dark emotional inspiring reflective fast-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

5.0

This is a MUST READ!!!! While it was a bit slow to pick up, it was worth it for the depth. Deonn put the work in to draw out detailed story arc that fully explored and did justice to topics like grief of losing a parent, addressing the racist roots of an institution, valuing all the relationships in your life, and putting yourself confidently into the world. Bree was an incredible protagonist to follow, and Deonn's writing was so rich in every area: describing the magic systems, reflecting on hard topics, giving tension and depth to relationships. Also, bonus points for writing a fantastic NB character, whose role in the story was more than just their identity, but who also added depth to the conversation on discrimination and positionally (i.e. recognizing their white priviledge interacting with their gender). Overall, I LOVED this book and I cannot wait for the sequel!!
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