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A review by cwrose
Ghost Train by Natalie Anna Jacobsen
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
An atmospheric, haunting read! Ghost Train is a YA historical with fantasy elements, and tells the story of Maru, a samurai’s daughter in Meiji-era Japan who’s trying to find her place in a changing world.
The worldbuilding is lush and I could truly envision their surroundings. I loved Maru’s growth, from not knowing where she belonged to discovering her worth. Beautifully written and compelling, the ending had me gasping!
Recommended for readers who like YA historical fantasy and Japanese mythology.
The worldbuilding is lush and I could truly envision their surroundings. I loved Maru’s growth, from not knowing where she belonged to discovering her worth. Beautifully written and compelling, the ending had me gasping!
Recommended for readers who like YA historical fantasy and Japanese mythology.