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A review by vaniavela
When Villains Rise by Rebecca Schaeffer
adventurous
dark
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? Yes
5.0
Being on the Dangerous Unnaturals List is an assured death. What will happen now that Kovit has been unmasked and his name is written on it?
This book wraps up a series full of murder, torture and secrets. There are many plot twists and the characters are not afraid to get their hands dirty.
The world building in this series is fantastic. I loved the inclusion of supernatural creatures in a realistic setting. We have real world cities and countries, but combined with these fantastic creatures, giving a great touch to the story. I also loved that they touched on issues of privilege, prejudice, racism and colonization; not only did they manage to create a world full of new characters, but they talked about real issues and adapted them to a fantastical context.
It's nice to see asexual representation. Nita and Kovit have an unusual bond, but I love that nothing was forced, and their sexualities were respected to give these two characters closure.
Here the characters are still killing people and fighting those who hunt them. Unfortunately I didn't see much character development in this book. The only one I saw was Fabricio, who was slowly making amends for his mistakes, starting with recognizing that his actions were wrong and feeling guilty. Although yes , he always makes it clear, one's own survival is necessary.
Overall, I am satisfied with this conclusion and the way the story ended.
CW: Dissection and dismemberment, murder, drugging and kidnapping, torture and mutilation, suicidal ideations, gore, cannibalism, emotionally abusive mother.
This book wraps up a series full of murder, torture and secrets. There are many plot twists and the characters are not afraid to get their hands dirty.
The world building in this series is fantastic. I loved the inclusion of supernatural creatures in a realistic setting. We have real world cities and countries, but combined with these fantastic creatures, giving a great touch to the story. I also loved that they touched on issues of privilege, prejudice, racism and colonization; not only did they manage to create a world full of new characters, but they talked about real issues and adapted them to a fantastical context.
It's nice to see asexual representation. Nita and Kovit have an unusual bond, but I love that nothing was forced, and their sexualities were respected to give these two characters closure.
Here the characters are still killing people and fighting those who hunt them. Unfortunately I didn't see much character development in this book. The only one I saw was Fabricio, who was slowly making amends for his mistakes, starting with recognizing that his actions were wrong and feeling guilty. Although yes , he always makes it clear, one's own survival is necessary.
Overall, I am satisfied with this conclusion and the way the story ended.
CW: Dissection and dismemberment, murder, drugging and kidnapping, torture and mutilation, suicidal ideations, gore, cannibalism, emotionally abusive mother.
Graphic: Gore, Torture, and Murder
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Trafficking, and Cannibalism
Minor: Drug use