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oliviafendrich's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
This book was quite interesting. The characters' interpersonal relations largely drive the narrative but are skillfully easy to keep track of. Get ready for lots of dialogue! This book could almost be described as a long string of conversations. It's well-written, though repetitive on occasion. I'd recommend this book to anyone who's a bit afraid of fantasy, as it's not overcomplicated. Some good romance, and well-paced. Hoping to check out the rest of this series, and Blake's other works.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Death, Gore, Infidelity, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Murder, and Alcohol
Moderate: Child death, Violence, Grief, Abandonment, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Confinement, Drug use, Gun violence, Hate crime, Sexism, Terminal illness, Vomit, Antisemitism, Kidnapping, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury
booknchaoswithmarz's review against another edition
dark
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? Yes
5.0
When I say you need to read this book, I mean you need to go get it now.
Sci fi/fantasy
Magical realism
New Adult
Multiple POVs
Diverse morally grey characters
So we all know The Library of Alexandria burnt down however all the knowledge was saved and cared for by a secret society.
Once every 10yrs six talented magicians are invited to be considered for initiation into the ranks.
They have a year to prove themselves, after which 5 will be initiated & go on to untold wealth, power, and prestige.
This is dark academia meets X-Men, with a sprinkle of spice. But don't be fooled, the romance is a subplot.
The academic rivalry is on point and the ebb and flow between the characters is amazing.
You slowly unravel each of the six characters with sophisticated dialogue & each POV has its own style so you truly feel that each are unique.
It's thought provoking, at times feels like a psychological war in my heart all with the underlying message of - all knowledge is worth having but at what cost?
Sci fi/fantasy
Magical realism
New Adult
Multiple POVs
Diverse morally grey characters
So we all know The Library of Alexandria burnt down however all the knowledge was saved and cared for by a secret society.
Once every 10yrs six talented magicians are invited to be considered for initiation into the ranks.
They have a year to prove themselves, after which 5 will be initiated & go on to untold wealth, power, and prestige.
This is dark academia meets X-Men, with a sprinkle of spice. But don't be fooled, the romance is a subplot.
The academic rivalry is on point and the ebb and flow between the characters is amazing.
You slowly unravel each of the six characters with sophisticated dialogue & each POV has its own style so you truly feel that each are unique.
It's thought provoking, at times feels like a psychological war in my heart all with the underlying message of - all knowledge is worth having but at what cost?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Blood
Moderate: Suicide, Violence, and Abandonment