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A review by vel629vet
An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir
adventurous
dark
inspiring
mysterious
tense
fast-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
Wow - this book was fantastically unexpected. Everything I want from a YA novel, and I can't wait for the fantasy elements to come into greater affect in future books. Parts were dark and hard to read, but the pace was fast enough that it was manageable. Highly recommend!
Graphic: Slavery and Violence
Moderate: Death and Sexual assault