Ink in the Blood by Kim Smejkal
Ink in the Blood
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Kim Smejkal
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Ink in the Blood

Ink in The Blood #1

Kim Smejkal

464 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ young adult adventurous slow-paced

Description

A lush, dark YA fantasy debut that weaves together tattoo magic, faith, and eccentric theater in a world where lies are currency and ink is a weapon, perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Kendare Blake. Celia Sand and her best friend, Anya Burton...

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Community Reviews Summary of 447 reviews

Moods

adventurous 75%
dark 69%
emotional 61%
mysterious 51%
tense 40%
sad 30%
challenging 19%
hopeful 11%
reflective 7%
funny 5%
inspiring 3%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 30%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Character: 30% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 61% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 81% | No: 10% | It's complicated: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 20%

Average rating

3.62

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