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Second read - 3,25 stars I stand by what I said when I finished this book the first time around, but what I noticed when I reread this book this time is that this novel is only character-driven, and there is little to no plot up until the last 100 pages. The book is simply too long for that. I LOVE character-driven stories, but only if there is a sufficient plot as well. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love these characters and I love reading about them, but there was no red thread and also no goal we had in this book, which made it difficult for me to keep reading. Nevertheless, the last few pages were super interesting, so I will definitely be finishing this series this year! Also: The audiobook narrator does an AMAZING job!! Highly recommend. First read 4,5/5 stars I feel like this is exactly how diversity should be done. It is woven into the story seamlessly, while also focussing on the hardships and problems these characters have to go through in a very real and honest manner. Many authors could learn from how Libba Bray does it. I liked this one even more than the first installment in the series, and I am excited to be continuing with it!
Nov 15, 2022
Second read - 3,25 stars I stand by what I said when I finished this book the first time around, but what I noticed when I reread this book this time is that this novel is only character-driven, and there is little to no plot up until the last 100 pages. The book is simply too long for that. I LOVE character-driven stories, but only if there is a sufficient plot as well. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love these characters and I love reading about them, but there was no red thread and also no goal we had in this book, which made it difficult for me to keep reading. Nevertheless, the last few pages were super interesting, so I will definitely be finishing this series this year! Also: The audiobook narrator does an AMAZING job!! Highly recommend. First read 4,5/5 stars I feel like this is exactly how diversity should be done. It is woven into the story seamlessly, while also focussing on the hardships and problems these characters have to go through in a very real and honest manner. Many authors could learn from how Libba Bray does it. I liked this one even more than the first installment in the series, and I am excited to be continuing with it!
Nov 15, 2022
