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This is a true 5 star read for me, definitely a new favorite. I was hooked from page 1 all the way to page 495. Fonda Lee is a master at creating a world full of strong and flawed characters who live to protect their clan and their family. I have zero complaints.
PROTECT ANDEN AT ALL COSTS!
PROTECT ANDEN AT ALL COSTS!
Another difficult one to rate... It was a good book, but it wasn't for me. I dislike the mafia vibes, I dislike the turf war and clans and politics and killings and strict societal rules and expectations. I like the family, I think the characters were good for what they were - but I didn't like any of them. I am somewhat interested in finding out what happens to Anden and Bero, but... not so much interested that I would continue with this series. I am interested in Untethered Sky though. Fonda L
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Vivid world building, many intricate characters who have crossing interests, and a good sense of past make this a great book. I am, however, a shallow person who prefers to naively cheer for the protagonists, and in this murky world of grey that's hard to do. Maybe these mobbish guys are slightly less evil than the other guys, but then again, maybe not.
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I struggled with the first half - it was so hard to get into but when the pace picked up, the suspense was tight all the way to the end. I need a shoulder massage now from holding the tension, phew... But it's totally worth it!
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Dec 15, 2017
Suzanne
marked it as to-read
Jun 24, 2020
Teddie
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May 01, 2021
Jessica
marked it as to-read
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May 08, 2024
ilovebakedgoods (Teresa)
marked it as to-read
