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This book was a lovely reimagining of a favorite fairy tale. I love the life Lim breathed into her characters. Takkan is my absolute favorite, and I couldn't help but cheer for Shiori's bravery and love for her brothers. I wish the brothers had a bit more development. We catch glimpses of their individual personalities, but they only ever seem to interact with Shiori as a group so we never really get a sense of who they are as individuals. I'm definitely looking forward to the sequel.

While I certainly loved Lim's debut duology The Blood of Stars, this new story is on another level entirely.
Evocative, lush and utterly mesmerizing, Six Crimson Cranes was like being pulled into a magical fairy tale both unique and yet familiar. Shiori was probably the most realistic female protag I've come across in quite a long time. Devoid of all the caricatures that plague YA today, she was fresh, human and beautifully executed. I cannot wait to see more of our princess. And Takkan, what can I say--#newbookboyfriend.
I knew Lim was an excellent writer but she really upped her game in all things with this story. The characters, the settings...the food (I'm hungry now) and heartfelt bond of family and friendship were simply amazing.
Highly recommend!

This book was so good! I wasn't sure in the beginning but the more I read the more I became invested. I really enjoyed the main characters and the plotline was very different. I will be recommending this book to all of my friends.

Six Crimson Cranes has a stunning cover. The story is just as stunning. Shiori, a princess with six brothers, has a secret. She is able to do magic, which is forbidden in her kingdom. When her stepmother, Raikama discovers Shiori’s secret, she banishes Shiori and turns her brothers into cranes. For every word that Shiori speaks while banished, one of her brothers will die. Shiori searches for her brothers, and uncovers a conspiracy for the throne.
Shiori is witty and fierce, and I loved her from the first time I read about her. She’s strong and loyal to her family. I loved her determination and cleverness throughout the story. The story is well written and the world is lush with dragons and hidden magic. I loved the twists and the characters. The romance is amazing and feels genuine. This story has the same magic that Elizabeth Lim’s other series, Spin the Dawn had. Definitely check this one out if you are looking for a clever and magical fantasy.
I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.