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arys_library's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Another Sarah J Maas book that was pretty good. I'll be honest, I am still waiting (very impatiently) for some more diversity to be added to her books. I feel uncomfortable buying so many books from her when the diversity is so low. Because of that, the rating of this book has gone from probably a 4.5 to a 4-star book.
Overall, I really liked this book. I loved the characters and their relationship, I feel like we got a great glimpse into what's to come, I felt so immersed almost instantly into the book. I read this pretty fast, it's definitely a gripping and intriguing book, and one that I'll most likely recommend soon!
Moderate: Confinement, Death, Physical abuse, Slavery, Torture, Violence, Blood, Vomit, and Murder
Minor: Cursing, Drug abuse, Gore, Sexual content, and Suicidal thoughts
angstifies's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
a complaint i have has to be that the writing felt very 2012, especially because of the damn exclamation points, but it wasn't unbearable and i know it’ll get better.
Graphic: Body horror, Slavery, and Violence
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Vomit, Medical content, Cannibalism, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, and Murder
Minor: Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, and War
kat1105's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Confinement, Physical abuse, Sexism, Slavery, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Suicide attempt, Murder, War, and Classism
Minor: Rape, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, and Torture
fireheart_2010's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: Sexual violence, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, and Murder
kenziewol's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Death, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Confinement, Drug use, Slavery, and Death of parent
Minor: Cursing, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, and Suicide attempt
elthechameleon's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.0
I don’t know if I quite buy that Celaena is as good as she is. It’s rather creepy that both guys watch her sleep at several points. Nehemia is a good character - here’s hoping she gets some depth.
I do feel uncomfortable with Celaena having been in a so-called death camp at the start. It seems insensitive coming from this author to dive straight into issues touching colonial horrors.
Graphic: Confinement, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Blood, and Vomit
Moderate: Grief
ninaevan's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Meh. Plot could have been interesting but I didn't buy the characters so it was hard to stay attached to. Pretty cringe at times, especially in the attempt at feminism... the main character was supposed to be this badass warrior but she was primarily concerned with her looks and if men were attracted to her- ick. Almost DNF, Not planning on continuing this series. 2/5
Second Read:
Last time I read this was in quarantine when I was looking for books to say something meaningful and help me understand and appreciate the world so of course it fell flat. This time, I was not only more prepared for Maas' writing style because I read her last series, but I was also just looking for something I could listen to in the background as I do school work. In this context, it was a great pick. Still a bit cringe-y, but that's just Maas' style and I was able to laugh it off more this time. In fact, I kind of liked seeing a portrayal of a woman being vain and powerful at the same time... made me question if my reluctance to embrace Celaena is internalized misogyny because I expect strong people to act less girly. That said, I can't give it too much credit for depth overall. It's a nice lighthearted action-mystery story with a touch romantic tension. I plan to keep reading this series.
Graphic: Violence and Murder
Moderate: Gore, Slavery, and Grief
Minor: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Sexism, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Blood, Vomit, Stalking, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Abandonment, Sexual harassment, and Colonisation
anaya_reads's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Gore, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, and Colonisation
valereads2105's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved Celaena's friendships with Nehemia, Chaol and Dorian.
I love the setting. It's a medieval style castle with similar era weapons and attire. Need I say more.
C- 9
A- 9
W- 9
P- 10
I- 8.5
L- 9.5
E- 10!!!!!!
Graphic: Death, Gore, Violence, and Blood
Minor: Addiction, Drug abuse, Drug use, Slavery, and Suicidal thoughts