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whatswithrandy's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Suicide, Murder, and Gaslighting
Minor: Child death, Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Rape, Torture, Violence, Blood, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
leahlovesloslibros's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
After having read it years ago and it being one of my favorite books, I reread this book in 2021 in anticipation of the release of Garber's new book, Once Upon a Broken Heart. Even the second time around, it did not disappoint. This will be one of my go-to recommendations for anyone looking for a fantasy set in a magical world where everything seems just a little bit too good to be true.
Moderate: Bullying, Child death, Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Suicide, Murder, and Alcohol
kyrstin_p1989's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Blood, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
lilia's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.75
- How the plot was engaging throughout the whole book
- The world and the dynamic/atmosphere of Caraval
- How the main characters were sisters
Didn't like as much:
- How the romance developed so quickly
- The stubbornness of both Scarlett and Tella (only at some points in the story)
- How Tella was absent for much of the story but was still central to Scarlett's motivations—I wish I got to know a little more about Tella at the beginning
- The ending was a bit underwhelming to me
Overall, I liked Caraval and I look forward to continuing with the series.
Moderate: Child death, Death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Suicide, Blood, and Kidnapping
Minor: Child abuse, Grief, and Sexual harassment
anenbydragon's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Physical abuse, Suicide, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, and Murder
Moderate: Torture
rosier09's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Moderate: Child abuse and Suicide attempt
Minor: Child death