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isabelle_rosewrites's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
bibliobrittish's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 - I'll definitely want to read the sequel, but had a really hard time falling into this the way the synopsis/pitch would've suggested to me. I loved the way Jamar wove the mythos through this world, the close-knit friends, and subtle hints at queerness.
readingismagical's review against another edition
3.0
The pacing didn't always work for me, but I really enjoyed the characters and the world of the story. Would recommend for fans of Tristan Strong, the Bookwanderers, and Amari and the Night Brothers.
tosmeabook27's review against another edition
5.0
Such a vivid and colourful tale showcasing the best of Nigerian ( Igbo) history/mythology. This is just the type of book I prayed for growing up. Thank you to the author for delivering this for future generations to enjoy. I read this in one sitting and honestly I NEED MORE! The ending had me siting with my mouth open.
Zion was my favourite character, his growth within this book was amazing, his connection with Cameron was beautiful, and he was all-round the funniest person in the book which was refreshing considering the heaviness of some of the books topics. BUT ol boy had hunger make him think like a THEIF! HE REALLY SAID *" A smell like that can't mean anything evil."* FAVE, WE ARE IN HIGH STAKES YOUR STOMACH CAN WAIT
Zion was my favourite character, his growth within this book was amazing, his connection with Cameron was beautiful, and he was all-round the funniest person in the book which was refreshing considering the heaviness of some of the books topics. BUT ol boy had hunger make him think like a THEIF! HE REALLY SAID *" A smell like that can't mean anything evil."* FAVE, WE ARE IN HIGH STAKES YOUR STOMACH CAN WAIT
adriannawaters's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-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? It's complicated
3.75
mochimustreads's review against another edition
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? Yes
3.75
girlreading's review against another edition
3.0
An exciting, imaginative and action-packed middle grade fantasy, inspired by West-African and Igbo mythology, following a young boy as he comes to terms with the loss of his parents and the legacy they left behind.
TW: discussions of slavery and racism
TW: discussions of slavery and racism
bookshelves4paperelves's review against another edition
4.0
Such a refreshing middle grade read. I always forget how much I love middle grade but this just made me remember why I should read it more often.
I adore the representation in this book, the strength of the characters is just sublime and the fact that the characters show younger readers that it is OKAY to be sensitive and have emotions is just such an important message for a middle grade read.
I liked that our main protagonist isn’t perfect, and had to make effort to learn and grow alongside his friends in this new fantasy land.
Such a good debut middle read novel.
I adore the representation in this book, the strength of the characters is just sublime and the fact that the characters show younger readers that it is OKAY to be sensitive and have emotions is just such an important message for a middle grade read.
I liked that our main protagonist isn’t perfect, and had to make effort to learn and grow alongside his friends in this new fantasy land.
Such a good debut middle read novel.
mekeisha's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75