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thebooktree's review
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I've been struggling to figure out a rating for this book. Something about it felt almost cozy for me. I loved the story and the characters. However, the pacing was a little too slow for my usual tastes. I think I'd like to pick up the sequel eventually, but im also happy with the story that was told in this book.
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty and Body horror
Minor: Vomit
icarus_11's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty
squisheebee_'s review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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? It's complicated
4.0
This is one of those books that is absolutely worth it in the end.
Three plot lines all interwoven with loads of complications.
Three plot lines all interwoven with loads of complications.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Islamophobia, and Abandonment
Moderate: Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Minor: Child death, Homophobia, Blood, and Death of parent
ezwolf's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I loved this book so much and I can't wait for it to come out so I can talk about it with other people! I have so many emotions and I'm struggling to find the words.
Aziza, Leo, and Tristan all have intriguing stories that make reading each of their POVs enjoyable, often when I read alternating POVs I favor one or two above the rest, but that wasn't the case this time. I was deeply invested in each of their stories and struggles and getting to see how it all intertwined so they had to work together in the end was fun.
The side characters also had stories that added to the plot without taking away from the main trio and I'd love to continue reading about Hazel or Meryl. The book ends on a hopeful note, but I'd never say no to reading more about Blackthorn and the magic that lives there.
This book toes the line of spooky fantasy and horror well and even the moments that are more gory are described in a way that paints the picture but without making it disgusting, which I appreciated.
Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Children's Publishing Group for making this available in exchange for an honest review.
Aziza, Leo, and Tristan all have intriguing stories that make reading each of their POVs enjoyable, often when I read alternating POVs I favor one or two above the rest, but that wasn't the case this time. I was deeply invested in each of their stories and struggles and getting to see how it all intertwined so they had to work together in the end was fun.
The side characters also had stories that added to the plot without taking away from the main trio and I'd love to continue reading about Hazel or Meryl. The book ends on a hopeful note, but I'd never say no to reading more about Blackthorn and the magic that lives there.
This book toes the line of spooky fantasy and horror well and even the moments that are more gory are described in a way that paints the picture but without making it disgusting, which I appreciated.
Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Children's Publishing Group for making this available in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Blood, Grief, Fire/Fire injury, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Death, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Murder, and Classism
Minor: Child death, Gore, Vomit, and Death of parent