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aseel_reads's review
adventurous
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? Yes
3.75
This was a super adorable little fantasy novel. I like the MC a lot, her character arc was very sweet and I liked seeing her being young and learning to trust herself. Plus, I've never read a musical fantasy, so this was fun.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Emotional abuse, Torture, Violence, Death of parent, Murder, War, and Injury/Injury detail
lizgriffinwords's review
adventurous
hopeful
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
4.75
Thank you Holiday House Books and NetGalley for an eARC of We Are the Song by Catherine Bakewell. We Are the Song is a delightful upper middle grade fantasy in a world where music is magic! 12-year-old Holy Singer Elissa can heal, transform, and bring joy with her voice… but can she learn to listen to the Goddess for herself? I am blown away by how lovely and insightful this book is, covering topics of gifts/callings, self-trust, and how even those who love us can (sometimes inadvertently) manipulate us to what they see best. The descriptions are so cinematic, and I want to hear all of these musical compositions.
Content Warnings
Minor: Torture and War