A review by nicolehitchcock
Josephine's Tear by V.I. Davis

adventurous emotional inspiring mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

Josephine’s Tear is a refreshing and accessible fantasy novel, perfect for readers who may be new to the genre. The writing style is smooth and engaging, making it an easy story to follow despite its supernatural elements. While some fantasy books can feel overwhelming with complex lore and dense world-building, this novel keeps things simple, which is a nice change of pace.

While I was initially hesitant about the story, since I feel like vampires are overdone, I appreciated that the story included other supernatural beings, which kept things fresh and engaging. The novel could have benefited from more depth and detail, particularly in its world-building, but in some ways, this lack of complexity made it an even easier and more enjoyable read.

Overall, Josephine’s Tear is a fun, light fantasy that doesn’t demand too much from the reader. It’s a great choice for someone looking for an entertaining escape without the heavy lifting of intricate lore or complex plots. If you enjoy supernatural stories but don’t want to get bogged down in excessive details, this book is worth picking up.

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