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Children of Chicago by Cynthia Pelayo
4.25
challenging dark mysterious sad tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This was a great book! I love the mashup of police procedural and the supernatural. The book is a retelling of the Pied Piper with an exceptionally sinister bent. The collision of modern-day Chicago and ancient fairy tale was very well done. I must admit I could see what was up quite early, but that didn't affect my enjoyment of the book. Instead, it contributed to the buildup of dread. 4.25 stars