typedtruths's Reviews (1.8k)

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A must-read for horror fans. The perfect mix of The Dreadful Tale of Prosper Redding, The Devouring Gray and Small Spaces.
challenging emotional inspiring slow-paced

A disastrous, rambling mess.... but somehow incredibly thought-provoking.

It's been two years since my last reread and unfortunately, I didn't love this as much as before. The constant gratuitous violence and treatment of the queer characters was simply off-putting. I still have a massive soft spot in my heart for this series but I'll be regarding it a little more critically in the future.
adventurous dark emotional tense
adventurous emotional mysterious fast-paced
Diverse cast of characters: Yes

A satisfying conclusion to an underhyped series.
adventurous fast-paced
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Fresh new YA fantasy... I just personally loved the secondary characters more than the protagonist.
informative medium-paced

A fantastic introduction to topics like anti-racism and cultural appropriation told in easily accessible language.
emotional slow-paced
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

No one is more disappointed about this than me.
dark emotional tense medium-paced
Strong character development: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Not the most satisfying sequel tbh, but I can't deny I kind of love Brishen & Ildiko 🤷
adventurous emotional hopeful mysterious medium-paced
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes