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Summer Sons by Lee Mandelo

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challenging dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book emotionally wrecked me in the best way possible. RIP the person I was before

Misery Bay: Book Three of the Neskan Chronicles by Owen Lach

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adventurous emotional medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Misery Bay, much like the first two books of the Neskan Chronicles, is an action-packed YA adventure. Adan Testa, our main character, continues to grow and grapple with the reality of their group's situation, weighing the burden of leadership and the cost of violence against its necessity throughout his journey. For me, the story shines most in the way it tempers the more tense aspects of the plot with chances for the characters to catch their breath and reflect. While Misery Bay is absolutely thrilling from start to finish, it never feels too intense. What makes The Neskan Chronicles such a great YA series is the characters determination to learn how to communicate effectively within their relationships- whether those relationships are friendships, romantic partnerships, or leadership roles.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

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