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A review by chaptersofamylea
An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Second read, August 2023:
'Tell us a story. Something scary', 'Life isn't scary enough for you, girl?'
3.5/4 ⭐️
I read this book for the first time years ago and I remember absolutely devouring it and the sequel in quick succession. I remember vividly loving it but I found it a bit of a slog this time. I think thats a me thing and not the book though. Its still as dark and gritty as I remember, and unique in its own way. Fast paced, good plot and interesting characters, I think just some of it fell short for me this time. I’d still recommend it though.
TWs: violence, death of parents, ref to torture, attempted r*pe
'Tell us a story. Something scary', 'Life isn't scary enough for you, girl?'
3.5/4 ⭐️
I read this book for the first time years ago and I remember absolutely devouring it and the sequel in quick succession. I remember vividly loving it but I found it a bit of a slog this time. I think thats a me thing and not the book though. Its still as dark and gritty as I remember, and unique in its own way. Fast paced, good plot and interesting characters, I think just some of it fell short for me this time. I’d still recommend it though.
TWs: violence, death of parents, ref to torture, attempted r*pe
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Violence
Moderate: Torture
Minor: Death of parent