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coinandcandle's review
adventurous
funny
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? It's complicated
5.0
I LOVED this book! It was recommended to me by my friend Fern and I’m so glad I read it. I was hooked and finished it within a day and started on the next one.
The main character was realistic and relatable, the love interest is funny and I love a good “enemies to lovers” arc even though they haven’t gotten together, I ship them hard!
The twist caught me off guard but it wasn’t out of nowhere, either. It fit well within the story and made me want more, something I hope they continue to explore in the next book.
I loved the worldbuilding, it was explained in a way that made me feel up to date but wasn’t clunky or massive history lectures—though I would’ve gladly sat through some history lessons on the DFZ and how magic came to be in this world!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Child abuse, Cursing, and Blood
pandin's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I wish it less tense, less dark, and less gritty, but I'll read the next books.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Blood
Minor: Body horror, Cursing, and Transphobia
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