Ink in the Blood by Kim Smejkal

Ink in the Blood

Ink in The Blood #1

Kim Smejkal

448 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 401 reviews

Moods

adventurous 74%
dark 70%
emotional 59%
mysterious 53%
tense 40%
sad 31%
challenging 17%
hopeful 10%
reflective 8%
funny 4%
inspiring 2%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 47%
slow 33%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 28% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 19%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 22%

Average rating

3.63

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