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Amari and the Great Game by B.B. Alston

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liz_liz's review against another edition

adventurous inspiring mysterious tense fast-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

4.5

Brain-Dump of My Thoughts. I cannot believe that the plot line doesn't get resolved in this book, Amari lost her magic, and all the discrimination Amari was put through by Harlowe and everyone else. I'm only slightly frustrated by the cliffhanger because I can't pick up the next book in the series instantly. The reveals at the end weren't quite satisfying, but I did not see them coming (Merlin using the time-stop stone, especially Dylan winning the crown and a war inevitably starting). I was waiting on what Harlowe's supernatural ability was, and I expected it to be much more dangerous

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4.0

“Director Van Helsing’s face goes quickly from shock to disgust. He lifts his chin. “A magician is no daughter of mine.”

➽ Amari and the Great Game was an engaging sequel! It was great to be back in this world! Amari is having lots of problems as Director Van Helsing is introducing increasingly discriminatory practices against magicians in his hatred for them. She feels helpless as she is confronted with a hostile environment and prejudices just for being a magician. Finally being a Junior Agent isn't as good as she imagined it to be! Even worse is the announcement of the Great Game, a competition between her and Dylan in order to determine who is the next leader of Magicians. Amari doesn't want to be their leader, but she can't let Dylan take the position without a fight!

➽ I felt so bad for her, as she's got a lot to deal with and is put in a difficult situation when she's still so young. She's trying to improve her magic in order to stand against Dylan, but she's still hurt at his betrayal and the kind of magician he chooses to be! I still love her friendship with Elsie and it's much needed because there are lots of people in the Bureau who can't see past her magic. Others are either hoping to use her or control her!

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rorikae's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional 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

'Amari and the Great Game' is a wonderful follow-up to 'Amari and the Night Brothers' that expands upon the story and the characters that we are first introduced to in the first book. The supernatural world is thrown into further disarray and it is up to Amari and her friends to help right it. This is one of the wonderful middle books that doesn't feel like one as Alston uncovers some mysteries and plot points that were set up in book one while also preparing us for further mysteries and important moments in the future. It's hard to say more without spoilers but I will say that this series is quickly becoming one of my favorites and I'm having a really hard time waiting for book 3.

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adventurous emotional hopeful 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

4.5

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theirgracegrace's review against another edition

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challenging inspiring 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

4.25

An explosive second book that promises an even more powerful third! With the Supernatural Congress frozen in an act of apparent terrorism, Amari blamed and suspected of the attack, and the threat of the League of Magicians going to war if Amari doesn't win the Great Game, the Good Magician has her plate full. An amazing sequel where I can never predict what happens next and where I can find something to admire about every character (yes, even

Dylan and his struggle with choosing evil when he enjoys being good

). Excited for the finale!

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readandfindout's review against another edition

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4.75

Style/writing: 4 stars
Themes: 4.5 stars
Characters: 5 stars
Plot: 5 stars
Worldbuilding: 5 stars

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fromjuliereads's review against another edition

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adventurous funny hopeful 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

4.5

I really enjoyed this book but I have to be honest that the first book was much better... there was a lot going on in this book and it could almost have been split into at least two stories... BUT the twists and the ending were fantastic! And of course I feel fiercely protective of these kids! I love that friendship is so important and integral in this series.

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purplepenning's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

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kari_f's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional hopeful mysterious tense

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

4.0

Reading a series you love that is still in process is always a hard thing, because it’s so exciting to get the next installment, but then you have to wait another year or two to find out what happens next.

After finishing Amari and The Night Brothers (yesterday), I dove right into book 2 and could *not* put it down (to the point where I finished it in less than a day)! I’m already excited about rereading both of these before book 3 comes out someday, and Amari has been officially added to my list of favorite juvenile/middle grade series.

Some of my favorite aspects:

🔥 Character growth from so many people, and coming to terms with evolving friendships.

🔥 Exploration of other departments in the bureau.

🔥 Lessons involving supporting each other’s successes, how easily society is swayed by the media, and the importance of second chances.

🔥 An ending that was unique and already has me ready for the next installment!

Thanks so much to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for this advanced e-copy! I’m definitely going to be purchasing a physical copy later on down the road.

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