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A review by moony_reads
Vesuvius by Cass Biehn
adventurous
mysterious
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? It's complicated
5.0
If you love history, YA and well written character arcs, this is for you.
Felix, a thief who lives on the run, ends up stuck with Loren, an attendant of Isis. The two grow closer during the final days of Pompeii, letting the readed into their wonderful personalities and characterisations.
The historical element is really good, with a touch of fantasy that ties in perfectly.
Beihn’s writing brings pompeii to life and makes for a truly enjoyable read, and proved to me that I haven’t fully grown out of YA.
A brilliant debut.
Thank you to Netgalley and Little, Brown for the ARC.
Felix, a thief who lives on the run, ends up stuck with Loren, an attendant of Isis. The two grow closer during the final days of Pompeii, letting the readed into their wonderful personalities and characterisations.
The historical element is really good, with a touch of fantasy that ties in perfectly.
Beihn’s writing brings pompeii to life and makes for a truly enjoyable read, and proved to me that I haven’t fully grown out of YA.
A brilliant debut.
Thank you to Netgalley and Little, Brown for the ARC.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Torture, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Kidnapping, Grief, Murder, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Alcohol