deerlybeloved's review
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
slow-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? It's complicated
5.0
The second in the triology, the Celestial Globe is what I would call low-fantasy historical fiction. While you need to read the first to really understand what you're getting into, it introduces you to a variety of magical ideas and political races to get rare, strange magical items, as well as abuse of power and so much more, all while giving beautiful representation to strong young girls and the beauty of Romani culture that I craved so dearly as a child.
The series is a must-read for anyone who enjoys some easier to read fiction, never mind the suggested age range, that still gives challenging and dark ideas room to speak.
The series is a must-read for anyone who enjoys some easier to read fiction, never mind the suggested age range, that still gives challenging and dark ideas room to speak.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Kidnapping, Xenophobia, Death of parent, Torture, and Racism
Moderate: Violence, Animal death, War, and Death
The Romani slur, "gypsy", is used loosely throughout the series, though characters are largely reprimanded for it. Several other upsetting topics like death, torture, and so much more are dealt with.
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