A review by mal_reads_books
The Monsters We Defy by Leslye Penelope

adventurous emotional mysterious slow-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? Yes

3.25

The book had some interesting ideas and fun characters, yet I couldn’t fully engage with it due to pacing issues. While the writing was engaging at times, the story often dragged. 

Nonetheless, I felt immersed in the setting. I also liked reading about the side characters’ abilities and the deals they made with the spirits. I’d like to see a movie adaptation of this.

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