Maya and the Rising Dark by Rena Barron

Maya and the Rising Dark

Maya and the Rising Dark #1

Rena Barron

265 pages • first pub 2020 (editions) user-added

fiction contemporary fantasy middle grade adventurous fast-paced

Description

In this highly anticipated contemporary fantasy, twelve-year-old Maya’s search for her missing father puts her at the center of a battle between our world, the Orishas, and the mysterious and sinister Dark world. Perfect for fans of Aru Shah and t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 338 reviews

Moods

adventurous 98%
mysterious 40%
emotional 35%
hopeful 35%
lighthearted 32%
funny 31%
tense 22%
dark 18%
inspiring 17%
challenging 5%
relaxing 5%
informative 2%

Pace

fast 63%
medium 31%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 43% | Plot: 39% | Character: 12% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | No: 9% | It's complicated: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.85

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