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mfkelly323's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
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? Yes
4.25
maisiebee's review against another edition
dark
reflective
relaxing
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
kristin_boren's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Hell yeah brother. I'm so truly amped to be diving into a series late, LOVING the world building, and being able to plow right into the next book.
smbrenning's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
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? N/A
5.0
erikaskye's review against another edition
5.0
Set in a fantasy world based on the ancient Indigenous civilizations of the Americas, Black Sun follows 4 morally-grey yet loveable POV characters on a fascinating adventure culminating in a bloody solar eclipse celebration. I loved it!
This unique novel has it all—adventure on the high seas, political intrigue, the prophesied avatar of a god, giant crow mounts, conspiring cults, mermaid sea captains, and more. It is fast-paced, well-plotted, and allows the reader to build a genuine attachment to its characters (I may or may not be in love with one in particular). It also strikes a great balance between dark and gruesome scenes and moments of lightness.
I loved reading a fantasy epic set in an Indigenous society instead of a medieval European one. There's also diverse LGBTQ+ representation, including multiple characters who use xe/xir pronouns in a way that is delightfully normalized.
As someone who adores YA fantasy, I have been actively trying to read more adult books over the past few years and can honestly say that this is the best adult fantasy I have read so far.
This unique novel has it all—adventure on the high seas, political intrigue, the prophesied avatar of a god, giant crow mounts, conspiring cults, mermaid sea captains, and more. It is fast-paced, well-plotted, and allows the reader to build a genuine attachment to its characters (I may or may not be in love with one in particular). It also strikes a great balance between dark and gruesome scenes and moments of lightness.
I loved reading a fantasy epic set in an Indigenous society instead of a medieval European one. There's also diverse LGBTQ+ representation, including multiple characters who use xe/xir pronouns in a way that is delightfully normalized.
As someone who adores YA fantasy, I have been actively trying to read more adult books over the past few years and can honestly say that this is the best adult fantasy I have read so far.
mmsnz's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
readsknitsrepeats's review
5.0
“Today he would become a god. His mother told him so.”
This book was absolutely incredible! From the intense beginning, I was emotionally invested in both the plot and the characters. I couldn't put it down, devouring most of the book in just a few days. The tension and emotion were palpable, and the stakes felt incredibly high, making every twist and turn of the plot feel intense. I definitely found myself screaming a few times for the characters! The fusion of fantasy elements with pre-Columbian civilizations created a richly detailed and immersive world that I can't wait to explore further in book 2!
This book was absolutely incredible! From the intense beginning, I was emotionally invested in both the plot and the characters. I couldn't put it down, devouring most of the book in just a few days. The tension and emotion were palpable, and the stakes felt incredibly high, making every twist and turn of the plot feel intense. I definitely found myself screaming a few times for the characters! The fusion of fantasy elements with pre-Columbian civilizations created a richly detailed and immersive world that I can't wait to explore further in book 2!
northcsknits's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
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? Yes
3.75