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the_bees_books's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
For those who like twisted fairytales, this unique take of Persian myths follows a princess who is poisonous to the touch, a roguish guard who seems too good to be true, and a snarky moth demon.
Believe me, this YA morally grey, but actually done well.
Believe me, this YA morally grey, but actually done well.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Religious bigotry, Chronic illness, and Confinement
Moderate: Grief, Violence, Toxic relationship, and Outing
Minor: Abandonment
linesiunderline's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really liked the world building here, with the infusing of so many elements of Persian storytelling and lore. The universe of the story was rich and evocative. At times I found the pace felt a bit stuck, like we were swirling around in the same conflicts without much progression. Still, you don’t need to be a deep fantasy lover to enjoy this read. If you’re a fan of feminist fairytales, then this is one to try.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Child abuse, Confinement, Chronic illness, Death, Emotional abuse, Violence, Toxic relationship, and Panic attacks/disorders
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