The Ivory Key

In this Indian-inspired story, we follow a set of four siblings. Their lives have all split in very different ways, and they all have different goals. However, their paths all merge when they each get tasked with a common goal: find the Ivory Key that will restore magic. While they all have different motives for getting this key, they all decide to band together and use their unique talents to get this key back and protect the people they love.

I enjoyed this book. I felt like the characters and setting were all unique and fun to read about. The plot, while predictable, was still fast paced and enjoyable. I was engaged throughout. I think the setting is really the winner of the story. This world feels so rich and well thought out. Throughout their explorations, I was just so excited to see what they found next. The big plot twist at the end I saw coming from near the beginning of the book, so I didn't feel as shocked by it, but I do think it adds a whole new layer of intrigue to explore in the next book.

Overall, this book was fun and engaging. I would recommend this to anyone that enjoys a good YA fantasy.

TW: graphic descriptions of dead bodies, high volume of discussion of grief and loss, death of family members, recovering from trauma, blood, violence, emotional manipulation, alcohol, discussion of identity policing/microaggressions directed toward a biracial character, allusions to human experimentation, discussions of war/an invading country