A review by shinypurplepants
The Invasion of the Tearling by Erika Johansen
adventurous
sad
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
The second entry into the Tearling series didn't hold me in the same way of the first. The realities of war made this one feel heavier and
In addition, the dual narrative starring Lily, while a relevant glimpse into the Old World, felt like it slowed the pace of the book dramatically.
Overall, I would still recommend those that enjoyed the first book give this one a try with the caveat that it is quite different from the first entry in the series.
Spoiler
the changes it brought to our Queen of the Tearling made it difficult for me to continue rooting for her. <\spoiler>In addition, the dual narrative starring Lily, while a relevant glimpse into the Old World, felt like it slowed the pace of the book dramatically.
Overall, I would still recommend those that enjoyed the first book give this one a try with the caveat that it is quite different from the first entry in the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Gore, Blood, Death, Domestic abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Cursing, Injury/Injury detail, Rape, Religious bigotry, War, Emotional abuse, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Violence
Moderate: Classism, Gaslighting, and Sexual content