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A Song of Salvation by Alechia Dow

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jomaerosa's review

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adventurous emotional mysterious reflective 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? It's complicated

3.0

lyriclorelei's review against another edition

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adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I think all of these would've benefited from reading them more closely together and I wish we got to see more of Earth in this one, but this was cute.

jadatrack's review

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adventurous emotional funny 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? No

4.25

hobbithopeful's review

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adventurous emotional hopeful lighthearted 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? No

5.0

Space books are sorely under appreciated, so let me do my best to endear this book to you so you want to read it.
Space adventure! Trying to stop a war! A reincarnated god as a girl who is highkey just wanting revenge! And of course, my favorite, a ragtag group finding a family in each other!
My favorite part of this book was the characters and all their interactions with each other. Them going from being mistrustful and staying together out of necessity, to calling each other a family and crying at the thought of them being hurt truly tugged at my heartstrings.
The imagery and description of the world really made me feel like I was flying through space alongside Blobby and the others. I felt like when I closed my eyes I could see Zaira's shimmering marks across her skin.
Some other aspects I really enjoyed: queer romance, diversity, plus-sized mc, Blobby
My only complaint is this is standalone book! TRAVESTY!
I think this might be the 6th or 7th book I've read this year that have themes regarding colonization, with the main character either trying to combat the effects, or dealing with the aftermath. I must say I continue to *eat* these books up. It is a sad fact a lot of the story reflects the world we live in today as well. Wars go on and people won't do anything until their home is threatened, citing excuses, or trying to maintain the peace while thousands lose everything.
I wish this was a series. I would love to see Zaira and the others go on adventures, especially because she hasn't seen much of the universe yet. (Plus not to spoil anything, but I want to watch a certain romance bloom a bit more) PLEASE MAKE THIS A SERIES!
A perfect book for fans of space adventures, or just those that love books with the found family trope and great representation. Highly recommend!
I also really love the cover, there is so much great movement and color, and I love how great the lighting is.

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