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A review by nerdishreader
Hidden Empire by K.L. Mann
emotional
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Ok I'm not going to lie, I had very very very low expectations coming in. Firstly, this book was recommended by booktok snd i take booktok recommendations with a very miniscule grain of salt. I anticipate that it'll be another poorly written wattpad-esque book but first chapter in I was already hooked.
I loved the premise of it- hidden daughter who grew up in less than fortunate circumstances finds love in her family. Though I was disappointed that right when she opened up to her family there was a 5 month time jump we eventually get to see what took place) and missed the "bonding" she did with her family. I hated that. Especially since the book focuses heavily on found family, I feel like we were robbed of that.
The plot was good- predictable but not bad-. The characters, relationships, her love interest (I'm simping for him and I refuse to stand up), her strength and the way she stands up for herself and her family, the banter, the smutttt like. I fear I may have developed a praise kink.
I hope the author seizes the opportunity to turn this into a series. I loved it.
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I loved the premise of it- hidden daughter who grew up in less than fortunate circumstances finds love in her family. Though I was disappointed that right when she opened up to her family there was a 5 month time jump we eventually get to see what took place) and missed the "bonding" she did with her family. I hated that. Especially since the book focuses heavily on found family, I feel like we were robbed of that.
The plot was good- predictable but not bad-. The characters, relationships, her love interest (I'm simping for him and I refuse to stand up), her strength and the way she stands up for herself and her family, the banter, the smutttt like. I fear I may have developed a praise kink.
I hope the author seizes the opportunity to turn this into a series. I loved it.
Overall- ◆◆◆◆◇