A review by rachelstubbs19
The Diviners by Libba Bray
3.0
*3.25
I've been trying to come up with some coherent, intelligent thoughts on this book, and I've realised that the simple fact is that I don't have all that many (about the book, and unfortunately maybe also in general).
Like a lot of YA fantasy I've read in the past year, it's enjoyable and fun but ultimately gives me satisfaction as fleeting gorging on junk food.
I think this is a strong addition to the YA paranormal genre: a colourful historical setting with a diverse and three-dimensional cast of characters. I particularly loved Evie's sassy quips and the way that Bray doesn't use the good girl main character trope.
While not particularly scary, I did think that the plot was compelling enough and exciting.
Ultimately though, I don't think it will be enough for me to continue with the series, though I know that this would have been a favourite for my sixteen-year-old self.
I've been trying to come up with some coherent, intelligent thoughts on this book, and I've realised that the simple fact is that I don't have all that many (about the book, and unfortunately maybe also in general).
Like a lot of YA fantasy I've read in the past year, it's enjoyable and fun but ultimately gives me satisfaction as fleeting gorging on junk food.
I think this is a strong addition to the YA paranormal genre: a colourful historical setting with a diverse and three-dimensional cast of characters. I particularly loved Evie's sassy quips and the way that Bray doesn't use the good girl main character trope.
While not particularly scary, I did think that the plot was compelling enough and exciting.
Ultimately though, I don't think it will be enough for me to continue with the series, though I know that this would have been a favourite for my sixteen-year-old self.