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A review by nadiamasood
Blood of the kami by Baptiste Pinson Wu
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
reflective
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? Yes
5.0
Okay, first off, can we talk about that book cover? It’s so pretty and totally justifies the vibe of this epic YA fantasy. The story takes you into a world inspired by Japanese mythology, packed with mythical creatures and humans clashing in an adventure you won’t want to put down!
Baptiste Pinson Wu weaves an intricate story that blends magic, culture, action, and emotions. I am impressed with the well-written worldbuilding! It just makes the whole setting feel real. Wu brings Japanese mythology to life with all the Shinto rituals, historical touches, and a super colorful cast of kami and yōkai. It is incredibly detailed, immersive, and just really well done.
There are a LOT of characters in this book, most of whom were completely unfamiliar to me at first. It took some time to figure them all out, and I was worried I’d get confused or mix them up. But as the story progressed, I found myself totally immersed and swept up in the adventure!
The battle scenes are intense and vivid. There’s no romance in Blood of the Kami, but the way friendships are portrayed is absolutely beautiful! The story focuses on the primary themes of adventure and personal growth.
The characters in this book are so lovable! Ren is such a sweet, innocent young man, and I absolutely LOVED the humor throughout the story. Chapter 6 has to be my favorite. I couldn’t get enough of the banter between Ren and the priestess Hotaru as they tried to figure out more about Suzume’s Kami. And don’t even get me started on Pon-Pon! By the time I was 70% into the book, I didn’t want the story to end!
I would recommend this book to readers who love mythological and culturally rich settings. If you’re into Japanese mythology, you’re going to love this. It’s packed with magic, action, and all the epic vibes. This book is perfect for readers who want an adventure with immersive, nonstop action.
Thank you, Baptiste Pinson Wu, for the chance to read Blood of the Kami ahead of its release.
Baptiste Pinson Wu weaves an intricate story that blends magic, culture, action, and emotions. I am impressed with the well-written worldbuilding! It just makes the whole setting feel real. Wu brings Japanese mythology to life with all the Shinto rituals, historical touches, and a super colorful cast of kami and yōkai. It is incredibly detailed, immersive, and just really well done.
There are a LOT of characters in this book, most of whom were completely unfamiliar to me at first. It took some time to figure them all out, and I was worried I’d get confused or mix them up. But as the story progressed, I found myself totally immersed and swept up in the adventure!
The battle scenes are intense and vivid. There’s no romance in Blood of the Kami, but the way friendships are portrayed is absolutely beautiful! The story focuses on the primary themes of adventure and personal growth.
The characters in this book are so lovable! Ren is such a sweet, innocent young man, and I absolutely LOVED the humor throughout the story. Chapter 6 has to be my favorite. I couldn’t get enough of the banter between Ren and the priestess Hotaru as they tried to figure out more about Suzume’s Kami. And don’t even get me started on Pon-Pon! By the time I was 70% into the book, I didn’t want the story to end!
I would recommend this book to readers who love mythological and culturally rich settings. If you’re into Japanese mythology, you’re going to love this. It’s packed with magic, action, and all the epic vibes. This book is perfect for readers who want an adventure with immersive, nonstop action.
Thank you, Baptiste Pinson Wu, for the chance to read Blood of the Kami ahead of its release.