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A review by audreyywood
Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This is a simple fairy tale novel that gives a good intro into Mexican/Mayan mythology. However, I feel like it was a bit shallow in its story telling at times, making the story feel jumbled and a bit rushed. I wish that characters stories/motives were developed and explored more; maybe in ways that highlight the character as a whole rather than just as a means to move the story along. It often felt like the book was going in many directions at once.
Despite all of this, it was an easy read with a mostly satisfying ending.
Despite all of this, it was an easy read with a mostly satisfying ending.
Graphic: Physical abuse, Suicide, Violence, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury