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wilybooklover's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
3.0
This book had an interesting premise, and I liked a lot of things about it, but ultimately it was a little bit disappointing.
Lark was a very engaging heroine, and Azmar was a lovely love interest for her. I particularly liked that he was a bit of an outlier amongst the trollis, with his soft, kind ways (much like Lark was an outlier amongst humans with her power). I liked their romance but often felt as though some important moments were glossed over and not given the emotional depth they should’ve had.
I’m not sure if it’s because Lark is so young but the tone read a bit YA, which isn’t really my cup of tea. I also felt as though the worldbuilding was a bit lacking. The ending felt a bit rushed — I would’ve liked to see how Lark and Azmar actually settled into Tayler’s township, rather than ending on their decision to leave.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Physical abuse, Violence, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual content, Blood, Stalking, and Classism
Minor: Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Rape, and Death of parent
imyerhero's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-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? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Stalking, and Abandonment
Minor: Confinement, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Slavery, Blood, Death of parent, and Murder