Red Glove (Curse Workers, #2)
Red Glove (Curse Workers, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
East Coast, USA • Contemporary
2011
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Red Glove by Holly Black follows Cassel Sharpe, a young person with extraordinary abilities, grappling with a murder within a world where magic is illegal and the mafia rules. As Cassel navigates complex relationships and moral ambiguities, they must uncover the truth while dealing with powerful family ties and dangerous enemies.
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Review Roundup
Red Glove by Holly Black offers a thrilling blend of magic and crime, capturing readers with its dark, intricate plot and well-developed characters. Positively, the novel's creative world-building and suspenseful twists are highly praised. However, some critics note occasional pacing issues and feel secondary characters lack depth. Overall, it remains an engaging YA fantasy.
Who Should Read Red Glove (Curse Workers, #2)?
Readers who enjoy Red Glove by Holly Black are likely fans of urban fantasy with a dark, gritty edge. Comparable to those who appreciate the morally complex world of Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo and the supernatural intrigue of City of Bones by Cassandra Clare, they will relish the mix of crime, magic, and suspense.
25,223 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
East Coast, USA • Contemporary
2011
14-18 years
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