eshden's review against another edition
3.0
I read this book in one sitting and really liked it. In the previous book (Labyrinth Lost) Lula already grew on me a lot, so I of course bought the book in which she's the main character.
Spoilers!!
In Bruja Born, Lula is dealing with the trauma of being sucked into Hell, or at least something akin to it. After she gets into an accident and loses all of her classmates and her boyfriend, Maks, she desperately tries to get her boyfriend back. I have read some critique over Lula's reaction and her decisions throughout the book, but I thought it was quite relatable, also considering what she reveals about her selfworth struggles (basing her worth on her appearance) and the trauma she suffered.
Things really get out of hand when Lula accidentally creates an army of undead who start a killing spree in Brooklyn. Happens to the best of us. The ending was a bit rushed in my opinion, with the punishment Lady de la Muerta envokes on Lula and her family and the quite sudden romantical tension between Lula and Rhett, who she talked to, like, two times.
Overall enjoyable, 3,5/5 stars!
Spoilers!!
In Bruja Born, Lula is dealing with the trauma of being sucked into Hell, or at least something akin to it. After she gets into an accident and loses all of her classmates and her boyfriend, Maks, she desperately tries to get her boyfriend back. I have read some critique over Lula's reaction and her decisions throughout the book, but I thought it was quite relatable, also considering what she reveals about her selfworth struggles (basing her worth on her appearance) and the trauma she suffered.
Things really get out of hand when Lula accidentally creates an army of undead who start a killing spree in Brooklyn. Happens to the best of us. The ending was a bit rushed in my opinion, with the punishment Lady de la Muerta envokes on Lula and her family and the quite sudden romantical tension between Lula and Rhett, who she talked to, like, two times.
Overall enjoyable, 3,5/5 stars!
maple_dove's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
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
3.0
Apparently I rated the previous Brooklyn Brujas book Labyrinth Lost 4.5 stars, even thought I remember not liking it?
I didn't have a terrible time reading this book but I don't think I'll continue reading the Brooklyn Brujas series.
Favorite Quote:
I didn't have a terrible time reading this book but I don't think I'll continue reading the Brooklyn Brujas series.
Favorite Quote:
The news anchor looks somberly into the camera and speaks. "Reports confirm two teenage boys were found and pronounced dead on the scene in Coney Island, Brooklyn. Adam Silvera is on-site with the person who discovered the bodies. Adam?"
The Adam Silvera cameo . . .
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Blood, Gore, Self harm, Medical content, Car accident, and Death
Minor: Suicide and Sexual harassment
Vehicle accident (graphic), Ritualistic self-harm (graphic)amethyst_hearts_books's review against another edition
1.0
I was disappointed with this book. I liked the first one, and this one had some potential, but it was poorly executed imo.
kmhawley's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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? Yes
4.0
readingrainbun's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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
3.25
serenity81's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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
4.0
readmoreyall's review against another edition
5.0
Loved this sequel to Labyrinth Lost!
Lula is the narrator of this book, which was jarring at first (because I just loved Alex so much) but you will adjust quickly. This book starts fast and the pace is maintained through the book. I couldn’t put it down.
More magic, more sisters, more awesome. Read it. Buy as soon as you can!
-thank you netgalley for the arc
Lula is the narrator of this book, which was jarring at first (because I just loved Alex so much) but you will adjust quickly. This book starts fast and the pace is maintained through the book. I couldn’t put it down.
More magic, more sisters, more awesome. Read it. Buy as soon as you can!
-thank you netgalley for the arc
somewherelostinbooks's review against another edition
5.0
This was an excellent continuation of Zoraida Córdova's Bruja series. The characters were still recovering from the previous book when the heroine of this story, Lula, does something unforgivable and yet human to save her boyfriend. With the help of both old and new characters, Lula and her sisters fight to fix the disastrous result of her choice and the havoc it is wrecking on New York. It is a complex and intriguing book and I found myself like and relating to Lulu more than I expected after the first book. I'm waiting anxiously for the final book in the series!