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maybephasing's review against another edition
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide
vaguelyredhead's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-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? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Suicide, and Violence
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
Minor: Bullying, Panic attacks/disorders, and Fire/Fire injury
melarareading's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
I was bored until the last chapter, I couldn't connect with the characters until almost the end of the book. I will continue to read the series because I have the suspicion that now that I do like the characters I might enjoy the story much more, since the concept is quite fun if very underdeveloped.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Suicide attempt
Minor: Suicide
morgie27's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-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? Yes
5.0
This book is amazing!!! So unique and fun. I couldn't put it down. Ready to dive into book 2!!
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide
julbel's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
A fun, unique story of the battle between heaven and hell. The character dynamics are compelling, their individual qualms of what is right insightful, and their realizing their potential gratifying.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Grief, and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Drug use, Emotional abuse, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
allimann's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
The premise of the book is wonderful, and my favorite part was learning more about the lore as the story went on. The writing was good, too, and it was easy to forget I was reading a book. Unfortunately, the story I found myself in was just… meh. On the surface, of course I loved the characters. A band of misfits, found family, secret past sins revealed? Absolutely. But I found I didn’t actually care about any of them. I would not care if they died. The pacing was also all over the place. I’m all for unique story structures, but this one felt more like the author was trying to use the plot to show off her rich world building. Which maybe that works for some people, but world building is never that integral to my enjoyment of a story.
Overall, it was fine! I wanted to love it, but I was at least entertained for most of it.
Overall, it was fine! I wanted to love it, but I was at least entertained for most of it.
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
chasetyler's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
One of the most unique fantasy worlds I’ve ever experienced. The third act suffered some pacing issues, but the Lore is so rich that I didn’t mind trudging through it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide
leafhead's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A love letter to those who write. Beautiful story with lovable characters. The only reason it did not get five stars is that the story is kind of all over the place with themes. Kind of like the author threw in everything cool they could think of. It's a lot of fun, but it's a lot. At times I found myself wishing it had a tiny bit more focus on just one character/theme.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Death, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Violence
Minor: Bullying and Panic attacks/disorders
madzie's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Suicide, and Violence
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Religious bigotry
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders
just_jess02's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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? Yes
4.75
What a charming, whimsical, cozy read. It held just enough adventure and magic to hold my attention, great characters, and good world building. The historical context and lore was surface level but it really didn’t need to go any deeper to tell this story well.
I really enjoyed the balance of “bookish” ideas to the characters and plot. The themes and tropes are very obvious… but it’s not so in-your-face and cheesy to take away from the story. I found the transparent nature of the themes to push the story along smoothly and easily.
I’m excited to read the rest of the series. This book felt like a rich foundation that hopefully will open up into more complex, deep plot/relationships.
While I loved this story, it wasn’t one that really meant anything to me. It was like a sweet bedtime story almost. I like a book to follow me around once I finish it. I want to reflect, to slowly untangle my mind from the stories’ grasp. This is the only reason I am not giving it five stars.
I really enjoyed the balance of “bookish” ideas to the characters and plot. The themes and tropes are very obvious… but it’s not so in-your-face and cheesy to take away from the story. I found the transparent nature of the themes to push the story along smoothly and easily.
I’m excited to read the rest of the series. This book felt like a rich foundation that hopefully will open up into more complex, deep plot/relationships.
While I loved this story, it wasn’t one that really meant anything to me. It was like a sweet bedtime story almost. I like a book to follow me around once I finish it. I want to reflect, to slowly untangle my mind from the stories’ grasp. This is the only reason I am not giving it five stars.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Violence, Grief, and Murder
Minor: Child death, Drug use, Gore, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, Fire/Fire injury, and Abandonment