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hallie457's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
sarita_reads_books's review against another edition
3.0
Really loved the first one, however the second one didn’t do it as much for me. That’s not to say the story was bad by no means and I can see why people hold it dear to them. For me however, I was a little disappointed with the development of Nasir’s and Zafira’s relationship and also there were times where the plot dragged a bit. Despite that though, I’m pleased with the end I think it was handled quite well. I also loved the side characters in this story, they gave me life when everything else was so sad
thegreatpike27's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
hmryoung21's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-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
4.0
astateofgrace's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
meganparfitt's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
juliapatt2007's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
“We were not born to fight, but our cradles were built from struggles and hardships. Pens, swords, sticks -- weapons shoved into our fists as soon as we’re old enough to grasp them. So we fight, because the world will cut our throats otherwise. We fight, because we don’t go down without one. (pg. 425-426)
I wasn’t sure I wanted to read this book after the first one but I can’t believe I ever thought that! This book pulled me back to it again and again. I love love love how this author builds in subtle feminism into her story, allowing it to be an element to the story and her characters without overpowering. I also love the descriptions of Nasir and how it is vague enough for the reader to fill in the gaps *shivers*. I did struggle a little bit remembering who everyone was but after awhile I remembered enough about the major players. Faizal’s description of Nasir and Zafira’s relationship was beautiful to me “Moon of my soul” and “twin flames” gave me shivers every time. I was a little disappointed in the ending just because I felt it was a little rushed (I kept checking how many pages were left because so much still needed to happen). I would love to see this author write some short stories about our favorite zumra and their continued adventures. The author has an amazing way with words and describing the rich world she has created! I loved reading these books and they are already on my “read again” list. This duology ended well and is very close to being added to my “to buy” list.
Moderate: Sexual content
Also loveeee how the author worked in a bed sharing moment, I’m trash for those moments idk why.rebeccarios's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
ktread07's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful and magical. 5 star storytelling with a rich setting, compelling plot, and - my favorite trope - found family (zumra).