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Wild Magic by Tamora Pierce
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Content Warnings
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
this was one of my favourite books as a child so i was incredibly happy to return to it - the worldbuilding and plot do not disappoint, i found it utterly enchanting.
my issue howeveris daine and numair’s relationship - i know it’s not in this book but it reminded me that it occurs later in the series. it bothers me for 2 reasons
1. i wish we could just have an iconic female lead who didn’t have a love interest. i always wished this for daine growing up as i related to her so heavily
2. most importantly, the age gap and power dynamic are just so grim. there was no need to make daine under 18, writing a student/teacher thing is murky enough ground (personally really dislike this in anything) bc of the power imbalance but making her so young is unnecessary. i didn’t pick up on it as a kid but revisiting this now, im just eugh.
my issue however
1. i wish we could just have an iconic female lead who didn’t have a love interest. i always wished this for daine growing up as i related to her so heavily
2. most importantly, the age gap and power dynamic are just so grim. there was no need to make daine under 18, writing a student/teacher thing is murky enough ground (personally really dislike this in anything) bc of the power imbalance but making her so young is unnecessary. i didn’t pick up on it as a kid but revisiting this now, im just eugh.
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship
Obsessive, Intrusive, Magical Thinking by Marianne Eloise
challenging
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
this is truly one of my favourite books that i’ve ever read. i identify strongly with a lot of the authors experiences and felt incredibly well represented, a super cathartic read and so beautifully written
Tempests and Slaughter by Tamora Pierce
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
As a huge Tamora Pierce fan - this was good but not her best. Some amazing worldbuilding and scene setting as per norm, characters that I liked already going into the book, fun but a little clunky at times & some weird bits. Overall enjoyable but not sure I’d re read :)
Makeover: Poems by Laurie Bolger
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.0
A lovely pocketful of poems, stuff that seems to purely be a slice of life until you dig into it. Really nicely written and enjoyable to read, one made me very emotional
George Orwell's 1984: The Graphic Novel by Matyáš Namai, George Orwell
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
A morbidly beautiful take on an important and tragic book, wicked art style that lends itself perfectly to the original story. Loved the characterisation
Artists on Art: How They See, Think & Create by Holly Black
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
3.75
Intriguing and inspiring, a good mix of artists!
First Test by Tamora Pierce
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
The Christie Affair by Nina de Gramont
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
A truly beautiful and bittersweet read, got me out of a 2 year reading slump. It reads like a walk around an art gallery.
Goddess Rituals: Invoke the Powers of the Goddesses to Improve Your Life by Roni Jay
informative
relaxing
fast-paced
4.0
A super laid back and enjoyable book with a good mix of history, myths, and ritual suggestions :) really enjoyed it
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