A review by tragedies
Shadow of the Fox by Julie Kagawa

adventurous emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

A surprisingly fun read. I first saw this in a bookstore right when it came out, skimmed bits of the first chapter, and made a mental note to get a copy of it the next time I stopped by. It slipped my mind, but I eventually stumbled upon it again while scrolling through an online shop. And my goodness, I wish I read this sooner. Possibly as soon as I picked it up from that shelf a couple years ago. The story is fascinating, and the lore even more so. There's an interesting cast of characters as well, with great dynamics and hilarious banter. It reminds me of shows like Avatar: the Last Airbender and Yona of the Dawn. I swear, I can easily imagine it as a tv series or an anime. Although the romance isn't front and center, it's there, and it certainly made my heart melt.

It's my first time reading Julie Kagawa's work, and I'm so happy I finally gave it a shot. I can't wait to see where the story goes from here.

Reread (July 10, 2022): Loved this just as much as the first time I read it, if not more. Yumeko, Tatsumi, and the rest of the gang feel like old friends, and the writing is still as beautiful and immersive as I remember it to be. I honestly can't remember why I originally rated this four stars? I love everything about it! Can't wait to reread the next one. Hopefully, I can finish it soon, so I can finally start on the last book.
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