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Labyrinth Lost (Brooklyn Brujas, #1)
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This is a very standard YA fantasy quest about a Super-powerful teen who is Special traversing an unfamiliar magical land and overcoming obstacles (some external, some internal) to eventually fight the Big Bad and save Everything, supported by her sidekicks Spunky Best Friend and Sexy Bad Boy with a secret.
How much you enjoy this may depend on how many books with this plot you've already read in your life. For me, the answer is A LOT, and this was not one of the best in terms of plot or characters. I found the characters underdeveloped, especially Alex, whose head we are in and who should therefore be more interesting. I get that teen internal monologue may indeed be whiny and angry, but it isn't only that. I also found her reasons for wanting to get rid of her magic unconvincing.
On the plus side, this book has diversity and really colorful fantasy imagery. The world of Los Lagos is just crying out for CGI and this could make a really pretty and creepy miniseries. Also, kudos for good complex representation of family relationships, and for not making the MC too dumb over Nova.
3.5 stars
How much you enjoy this may depend on how many books with this plot you've already read in your life. For me, the answer is A LOT, and this was not one of the best in terms of plot or characters. I found the characters underdeveloped, especially Alex, whose head we are in and who should therefore be more interesting. I get that teen internal monologue may indeed be whiny and angry, but it isn't only that. I also found her reasons for wanting to get rid of her magic unconvincing.
On the plus side, this book has diversity and really colorful fantasy imagery. The world of Los Lagos is just crying out for CGI and this could make a really pretty and creepy miniseries. Also, kudos for good complex representation of family relationships, and for not making the MC too dumb over Nova.
3.5 stars
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Reading Progress
April 17, 2020
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Started Reading
April 17, 2020
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April 17, 2020
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20.37%
"I think if it were this easy to banish people to another dimension we'd have a lot more mysterious disappearances."
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66
July 2, 2020
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33.33%
"The Selva of Ashes was clearly inspired by the Fire Swamp. Things even make a distinctive popping sound before they flame."
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108
August 2, 2020
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Finished Reading
