A review by _serena_
Song of the Six Realms by Judy I. Lin

emotional lighthearted sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
This was a highly anticipated read for me this year and it didn't quite hit the mark I was hoping for.

I loved the folklore, poetry and music. Those aspects of the book were beautiful. Everything was whimsical and magical. Vibes were 10/10. The execution was meh.

Unfortunately, I did not feel connected to any of the characters. The romance felt like it came out of no where. I did not feel the yearning, the burn so I wasn't invested.