A review by a_reader_obsessed
Steelstriker by Marie Lu

adventurous dark emotional hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.5

Again, that gorgeous cover just catches the eye!

Look.  I’m not sad or mad that I read this.  However, know that for me, the romance was uninspired and the struggles to survive were the usual roadblocks seen in this standard dystopia YA.  If that is what you love, then this fully delivers!

What I enjoyed were the little plot twists and reveals and the supporting cast with their own personal angsty struggles. 

Overall, tough awful decisions were made, the big battle was big, and the win comes at a very high cost.  Be reassured that Talin and Red win the end game and live to heal and ultimately, thrive, and in the end, that’s what counts.