The lush writing style flows beautifully with rich analogies and witty humour. I especially loved the Afro-Caribbean and pop culture references, which made the narrative engaging and fun. Besides this, natural, well-written dialogues help propel the storyline forward and define the characters.
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UNSEELIE by Ivelisse Housman
Vivid descriptions effortlessly establish a creative world and undercurrent of tension. However, I struggled with the regular information dumping and shallow worldbuilding, especially regarding the fairy realms and powers.
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FIVE SURVIVE by Holly Jackson
Although the story is told from Red’s point of view, the picturesque, third-person narrative made me feel like I was right there experiencing the chaos that unfolds with the characters. Besides this, a deliciously tense atmosphere was established and gradually intensified throughout the story, eventually making it hard for me to stop reading.
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THE MERCILESS ONES by Namina Forna
Namina tremendously expands the rich, brutal world of Otera with impressive mythology, creatures and powers. The considerable information needed for this was gradually introduced in bite-sized pieces throughout the story, so it never felt overwhelming.
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THIS POISON HEART by Kalynn Bayron
The vibrant colours and gorgeous illustrations are hard to fault! I love the stunning portrayal of Briseis as she rocks her natural hair and glasses with confidence. The design also has strong connections to the story, giving a glimpse of what the book is about.
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THE STOLEN HEIR by Holly Black
As expected from Holly Black, the narrative is evocative with a dark, mystical atmosphere. Not only is the fascinating world of Elfhame resurrected, but it is infused with new details and creatures that make it irresistible. I also enjoyed the rawness of Suran’s point of view, even though I would have loved to have Oak’s perspective too.
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BLOOD AND MOONLIGHT by Erin Beaty
This cover is simply stunning! The beautiful central image of a woman wrapped in vines and flowers grabbed my attention and refused to let go. The additional details of buildings in the background allude to the story’s setting, while blood dripping down her fingers makes the design a bit ominous.
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QUEENIE by Candice Carty-Williams
The casual writing style infused with satire was a pleasant surprise that had me laughing numerous times despite the challenging storyline. Queenie’s first-person narrative also drew me in, and several flashbacks were skillfully used to strengthen the story. I especially loved the text messaging, emails and lists, which made the writing more engaging and creative.
