A review by thoughtsontomes
The Battle Drum by Saara El-Arifi

dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The second book expands way more world building wise than the first, but does still feel like it has slight second book syndrome.
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