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A review by nikkilerae
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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
4.0
The Cruel Prince
By Holly Black
4 ⭐️
I went into this book hoping to find something to replace the hole left behind from finishing the first 5 books of ACOTAR by Sarah J Maas. Thankfully, Holly Black did not disappoint.
This is a tale mixed with human and faeries. Jude, a human, forcefully brought into the world of the Fae by her half sister’s father, tries to find her place. She learns more about who she is and what she can overcome and achieve when necessary.
I think Black is masterful in writing this story. Her worldbuilding is solid and well formed. Her characters are relatable and original. I was invested in this story from the very beginning and could hardly put the book down.
If you enjoyed ACOTAR or any other books about humans and Fae then I think you will enjoy this book too!
By Holly Black
4 ⭐️
I went into this book hoping to find something to replace the hole left behind from finishing the first 5 books of ACOTAR by Sarah J Maas. Thankfully, Holly Black did not disappoint.
This is a tale mixed with human and faeries. Jude, a human, forcefully brought into the world of the Fae by her half sister’s father, tries to find her place. She learns more about who she is and what she can overcome and achieve when necessary.
I think Black is masterful in writing this story. Her worldbuilding is solid and well formed. Her characters are relatable and original. I was invested in this story from the very beginning and could hardly put the book down.
If you enjoyed ACOTAR or any other books about humans and Fae then I think you will enjoy this book too!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Physical abuse, Suicide, Violence, Blood, Grief, and Death of parent