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A review by benita
The Scarlet Alchemist by Kylie Lee Baker
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
This is the third YA fantasy in the mix for my book club this year (we read two books a month), and it's definitely my favorite.
I love Baker's writing. She doesn't dumb it down for YA, and the world-building is rich and well thought out. The characters show their age at times but it's expected, not idiotic. I enjoyed this world of ancient China infused with secretive alchemy and gold-eating elite with an evil empress.
I love Baker's writing. She doesn't dumb it down for YA, and the world-building is rich and well thought out. The characters show their age at times but it's expected, not idiotic. I enjoyed this world of ancient China infused with secretive alchemy and gold-eating elite with an evil empress.