A review by ashley_mrose530
Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse

adventurous challenging dark emotional 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

5.0

This book surprised me so much, in such a good way. I found myself not knowing who to really root for but I loved Serapio and Xiala together. They make space for each other and actively try to learn more about the other person. I thought their love story was beautifully written. They're both such interesting characters on their own too. Xiala being an outcast with a magical power who loves sailing gives all of the pirate vibes. And Serapio's childhood with his mom and knowing he's destined to be this terrible god is kind of heartbreaking.
Naranpa was interesting, though I wasn't as invested in her side of the story as I was in Xiala and Serapio's. But her struggle to change the priests from within while also being stabbed in the back by those she trusted most was fascinating, if a little predictable. I also liked her dynamic with her bodyguard and I wish we got more of that relationship.
And then when everything came together at the end, it was beautiful and terrible at the same time. I can't wait to see what happens in the next one.
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