A review by voxvenati
Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston

adventurous lighthearted 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? It's complicated

4.5

This was a very sweet, fluffy fantasy. Easy to consume in long sprints. The magical world does feel similar to Artemis Fowl. And while there are some references to harder topics, it still feels like a soft world. Not easy for Amari, but manageable. She has people on her side.

It does read very young, but it’s middle grade. It feels like a perfect fit for 8-10 yo readers. 11+ might find it a little predictable, but it’s a fun little world that everyone can get something out of. 

Overall, it was very cute! I will be reading the rest of the series. If I was 8, I would have devoured these, and my rating is from that perspective.