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beautifulpaxielreads's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Defend the Dawn is a worthy second book in the Defy the Night trilogy.
Brigid Kemmerer has delivered mightily in terms of character and plot. It is well-paced, with a good mix of both action scenes and quieter moments, as well as several well-timed twists - especially towards the end of the novel. The character work is excellent (almost too good in places, there were times when I felt Kemmerer was telling us how the characters were feeling rather than showing it). My favourite thing about this series so far has been the close relationship between brothers Harristan and Corrick, and Defend the Dawn offers up plenty to savour there (although I still could have used more!).
I'm looking forward to finding out what happens next in this series and how all the various plot threads will be resolved.
Brigid Kemmerer has delivered mightily in terms of character and plot. It is well-paced, with a good mix of both action scenes and quieter moments, as well as several well-timed twists - especially towards the end of the novel. The character work is excellent (almost too good in places, there were times when I felt Kemmerer was telling us how the characters were feeling rather than showing it). My favourite thing about this series so far has been the close relationship between brothers Harristan and Corrick, and Defend the Dawn offers up plenty to savour there (although I still could have used more!).
I'm looking forward to finding out what happens next in this series and how all the various plot threads will be resolved.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Medical trauma, Medical content, Murder, Blood, Violence, Emotional abuse, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Death of parent and Confinement
Minor: Homophobia, Sexual content, Child abuse, and War
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