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h4ll3's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
I really enjoyed this book! I was intrigued at the outset by the color magic and the way that needs to be tended to by each character (because perceiving color is different for different folks) and how Emelin does not realize the full extent of her powers until she is trained to use more than one color at once. I always enjoy when character conflict is mommy-issues... because same! The ASL-lover in me also really appreciated the push for Creon to learn a new way to communicate through hand signs, and how he is hesitant at first but wants to connect with Em badly enough to learn. I do love a MMC who is morally gray and will legit kill for the FMC, but would never touch her if she didn't want it. I felt like the exploration of how he's been trying to overthrow his mother and the kingdom could have gone a bit deeper, but I am excited to continue reading the series and see how things work out for the motley crew who join forces at the end.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Genocide, Physical abuse, Violence, Fire/Fire injury, and War
carolibrary's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture and Violence
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Physical abuse
Minor: Child abuse
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