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A review by lizziebeex3
The Wicked King by Holly Black
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This one was both a welcome display of growth but also MADDENING. The betrayals around every corner. THE ENDING. For all her efforts…Jude can’t seem to win.
This book had much better pacing than the first, maybe since there wasn’t much need for setup or exposition, but it was a smoother read overall. Some of the scenes were deliciously intense (“I want to tell you so many lies” 🫠) and Cardan finally shows some self reflection and growth that was much needed.
I have a feeling TWK and TCP were all setup for a very fulfilling third book, and I hope I’m right…good luck to me.🤞
This book had much better pacing than the first, maybe since there wasn’t much need for setup or exposition, but it was a smoother read overall. Some of the scenes were deliciously intense (“I want to tell you so many lies” 🫠) and Cardan finally shows some self reflection and growth that was much needed.
I have a feeling TWK and TCP were all setup for a very fulfilling third book, and I hope I’m right…good luck to me.🤞