A review by wpapnik
Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim

adventurous emotional funny inspiring medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

I absolutely adored this book! I had read the Hans Christian Anderson in Middle School, and Lim does an amazing job of fusing the fairytale with Asian mythology to create a unique story. I found it so refreshing to read a book with a focus on familial love,
although I still loved the moments between Shiori and Takkan

The only reason I deducted 0.25 stars is because there were points where I felt the writing was rushed and I had wished Lim would have added an additional line or two to help better build the scene. 
This book was a total page-turner for me, and if you have ever considered dipping your toe into the High Fantasy genre, this duology would be an excellent start! 
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