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A review by stailysh1
Bonds of Brass by Emily Skrutskie
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
tense
fast-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
4.5
This book is almost exactly what I thought it would be. It is a fun adventure reminiscent of Star Wars but with a slight romantic bend. The main problem with the book is that there is a shocking lack of chemistry between two people who are supposed to be in love and I don't buy the romance. The space politics and history are a bit flat. For some reason, being the blood heir is super meaningful across very different parts of the galaxy and everyone just buys into it. Coincidence drives the story forward too many times. Despite these major issues, the book kept me interested and engaged and it was a fast read. It was exciting enough that its flaws, which should majorly lower its rating, just don't bother me that much. This book enchanted me and I plan to read the sequels.
Graphic: Genocide and Colonisation
Moderate: Confinement, Gun violence, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Blood and Alcohol