A review by sup3r_xn0va_maya
The Monsters We Defy by Leslye Penelope

adventurous funny mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This is a magical realism story mix with real history and it worked out really well. A magical heist, good characters, and a really well told story makes for an awesome book.
I also really loved the afterward or author's note, it gives a lot of insight on the history the story is based on.