cassielaj's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-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
5.0
I really really loved this. The supernatural world is so fun and nostalgic with references to things we’ve all read about in stories. Amari is a great main character in that she doesn’t fall into “chosen one” tropes even though she totally could. And the story has a really great message of standing up for yourself and not judging anyone before you get to know them!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Xenophobia
Minor: Grief and Violence
theirgracegrace's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
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? It's complicated
4.25
Amari and the Night Brothers is just as magical as Amari Peters herself. A supernatural mystery involving a missing brother, an evil magician, and summer camp tryouts. And at the centre of it all, Amari Peters, a young Black girl from a rough neighbourhood that's about to shake the world. A fantastic middle-grade fantasy with explosive action and amazing worldbuilding that leaves me hungry for a sequel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Kidnapping, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Hate crime, Racism, Violence, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Confinement
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