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A review by nightworldlove
The Battle Drum by Saara El-Arifi
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
Absolutely incredible sequel! There is so much intrigue and I was holding my breath a lot of the time, which is incredibly exciting! The twists and turns kept on coming, and then the cliffhanger was just incredible. Loved it from start to finish and can't wait for the last book! <3
Graphic: Body horror, Confinement, Death, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Moderate: Child death, Emotional abuse, Miscarriage, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Torture, Toxic relationship, Vomit, and Alcohol
Minor: Animal death, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Acephobia/Arophobia, and Pregnancy