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A review by yousei
The Prisoner's Throne by Holly Black
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
4.5 out of 5 stars!!
I adored Wren's POV, but I found Oak's more compelling. The flavour of his inner turmoil: desire vs. expectations; the political responsibilities of being Prince vs. wanting to righting old wrongs; wanting Wren's love vs. the fear of being truly known not just by her, but also understanding himself.
I do love a big, true, character reveal, and when it was happening I was on the edge of my seat reading it! I think, once I hit the halfway point, I knew I had to keep reading until the end, all in one go.
I know there are many people who also adore Jude & Cardan, and I do too. I was delighted they played a more important role in book two of this duology... but they did kinda steal the spotlight from Wren and Oak.
Also, I may be the only person who cares, but I love that Holly Black dropped a reference to Kaye and Roiben for us old timey (Tithe) fans. I would LOVE if those two came back into the main plot/storyline. Please please please!!
Full review can be found on my TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGd1NbS9u/
I adored Wren's POV, but I found Oak's more compelling. The flavour of his inner turmoil: desire vs. expectations; the political responsibilities of being Prince vs. wanting to righting old wrongs; wanting Wren's love vs. the fear of being truly known not just by her, but also understanding himself.
I do love a big, true, character reveal, and when it was happening I was on the edge of my seat reading it! I think, once I hit the halfway point, I knew I had to keep reading until the end, all in one go.
I know there are many people who also adore Jude & Cardan, and I do too. I was delighted they played a more important role in book two of this duology... but they did kinda steal the spotlight from Wren and Oak.
Also, I may be the only person who cares, but I love that Holly Black dropped a reference to Kaye and Roiben for us old timey (Tithe) fans. I would LOVE if those two came back into the main plot/storyline. Please please please!!
Full review can be found on my TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGd1NbS9u/