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cactus plant pots for sale Golden Barrel CactusNative to the arid regions of central Mexico, Echinocactus grusonii, known as the golden barrel cactus, is a very popular choice among plant enthusiasts; and it is used a lot in high end desert landscapes and rock gardens. The golden barrel cactus is a vibrant member of the Echinocactus genus and is also known as a mother in law's seat or golden ball cactus. Its distinctive round shape, resembling a barrel, gives it its common name. The golden barrel

Native to the arid regions of central Mexico, Echinocactus grusonii, known as the golden barrel cactus, is a very popular choice among plant enthusiasts; and it is used a lot in high-end desert landscapes and rock gardens. The golden barrel cactus is a vibrant member of the Echinocactus genus and is also known as a mother-in-law's seat or golden ball cactus. Its distinctive round shape, resembling a barrel, gives it its common name. 


The golden barrel cactus has a slow growth rate but can eventually reach an impressive size of around 3 feet in diameter, making it a striking focal point in any garden or indoor space.

And it's not just tough on the outside; it has an impressive lifespan of 100 years if given optimal conditions.

The golden barrel cactus flower rarely blooms indoors, which can take up to 15 years, and produces vibrant orange or yellow flowers that bloom from the top of the cactus.

These flowers are typically tubular and can attract pollinators such as bees and birds. The blooming period is usually in late spring or early summer, and the flowers can last for several weeks. 

Key Facts About Golden Barrel Cactus

  1. The golden barrel cactus can live for over a hundred years, with some reaching 150 years or more.
  2. This cactus gets its name from the golden-yellow spines that cover its spherical body.
  3. It can grow to be quite large, reaching heights of up to 3 feet and 2 feet wide.
  4. The golden barrel cactus is known for its ability to withstand extreme desert conditions, including high temperatures and drought.
  5. It produces vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in the summer after 15 years, adding a splash of color to its appearance.
  6. This cactus is a popular choice for desert landscapes, rock gardens, and xeriscaping because of its low maintenance requirements.

At the top of the cylindrical cactus, they form a discreet ring of beautiful spines. Over time, these cacti can take on an oblong shape and tend to lean towards the south. This leaning helps the spines better protect the cactus body from the intense desert sun. It's nature's way of providing shade and ensuring the cactus stays healthy and protected.

The Golden Barrel Cactus is a striking and popular choice for rock gardens, xeriscapes, and arid landscapes, where it serves as a bold focal point. Known for its spherical, ribbed structure covered in golden-yellow spines, this cactus provides both visual interest and texture, making it a standout in dry, minimalist landscapes.

The globular growth habit of golden barrel cactus contrasts beautifully with other succulents, ornamental rocks, and drought-tolerant plants, creating a natural, architectural look that complements desert-themed or low-water gardens. Because of its resilience to heat and low water requirements, the Golden Barrel Cactus is ideal for water-conscious gardening, where it adds structure and a vibrant golden hue that enhances the landscape's aesthetic appeal year-round.

When and How to Water Your Golden Barrel Cactus

Watering your barrel cactus in a new planting container is important, especially during its first season. These cacti need infrequent watering to keep the soil moist but not too wet. Make sure you check the soil before watering, as these cacti do not like to be waterlogged or soggy.   

When the cactus is dormant in the winter, water it less, soaking it completely.  Despite the right watering frequency, cactus roots can be damaged if the soil is not fast draining.   

Light Requirements - Where to Place Your Golden Barrel Cactus  

A potted indoor golden barrel cactus requires four hours of direct sunlight, which can be achieved by locating it on a sunny south- or west-facing windowsill. However, be cautious of intense, direct sunlight, as it can scorch the cactus. If you notice the cactus becoming pale or yellowish, it may be an indication that it's receiving too much light. Adjust its placement accordingly to provide the right balance.

If you are growing your barrel cactus outdoors, this cactus is a sun-loving plant and enjoys full sunlight. It thrives in bright, direct sunlight for most of the day.

 If you're planning to grow it in your garden or landscape, choose a spot that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. The more sunlight it receives, the better it will flourish.

If they don't receive enough sun exposure, their stems may grow leggy and become paler, and their spines will shorten, so make your Echinocactus grusonii happy and give it plenty of light. 

Optimal Soil & Fertilizer Needs 

Like many other cacti, golden barrel cactus plants can't avoid excess moisture and favor sandy, well-drained soil because these Echinocactus grusonii plants can promote root and stem rot. Planet Desert specializes in cactus, and we have a Go to soil cactus mix blend 1 gal 4 qt cacti succulent dirt compost growing mediaspecialized cactus potting mix that will help your golden barrel cactus thrive. As an alternative, you can create your customized potting mix by combining equal portions of perlite, coarse sand, and potting soil.  

Organic or 100% natural fertilizers (low nitrogen, and high potassium fertilizer) are the best choices. They last longer and keep your soil alive by adding other beneficial compounds and microbes that encourage golden barrel cactus health and nutrient absorption. So, skip those harsh chemicals and give your Echinocactus grusonii some love with a good natural fertilizer, once a year in the spring.

Hardiness Zones & More  

When it comes to indoor temperature, the Golden Barrel Cactus prefers a warm and dry environment. It thrives in temperatures between 70 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. It can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures during the winter months, but it's best to keep it away from drafts and cold windows. As for humidity, this cactus is native to arid regions and prefers low humidity levels. So, it's important to avoid placing it in areas with high humidity, such as bathrooms or kitchens.

For outdoor cultivation, this cactus is typically hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11. These zones generally have mild winters and hot summers, with temperatures ranging from 20 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer.

If you live in a colder climate outside of these zones, it's best to grow the Golden Barrel Cactus in containers that can be moved indoors during the winter months. This will protect it from freezing temperatures and ensure its survival.

In their native habitat, the Echinocactus grusonii needs adequate ventilation but not humidity or frost. So, avoid areas with extremely humid climates or low, "airless" areas of your home. 

Wildlife - Golden Barrel Cactus Attracts the Following Friendly Pollinators

The Golden Barrel Cactus is a captivating plant that attracts various pollinators and beneficial insects. In its native habitat, the vibrant yellow flowers of this cactus, which bloom in spring or early summer, draw bees and other pollinating insects essential for its reproduction. 

Butterflies
Bees
Hummingbirds
Lady Bugs
Multi Pollinators
Other Birds

The Golden Barrel Cactus is generally considered mildly toxic to humans and pets. Its spines can cause injury if touched or mishandled, posing a slight risk to pets and people unfamiliar with its sharp exterior. The spines can lead to skin irritation or punctures, making it important to handle this cactus with care. 

How to Propagate Your Golden Barrel Cactus

To propagate your golden barrel cactus, you can carefully remove offsets or pups that have formed at the base of the plant. Gently separate them from the mother plant and allow them to callous over for a few days before planting them in well-draining soil. Water sparingly until they establish roots and continue to care for them as you would a mature cactus. Additionally, Propagating the golden barrel cactus can also done through seeds. With some patience and care, you can nurture these seeds into new golden barrel cactus plants. 

Final Thoughts

Overall, the golden barrel cactus is a stunning succulent with a round shape and pale green stem with golden-yellow spines. This cactus loves bright sunlight and well-draining soil, making it a perfect choice for rock gardens and desert landscapes. Echinocactus are fantastic plants for adding interest and excitement to the garden, and the golden barrel cactus is no exception, with her gorgeous yellow flowers that are sure to stand out!  A well-drained potting mix with drainage holes in the potting container will help you maintain temperatures and prevent too much moisture.  

Just remember to handle your Echinocactus grusonii, - golden barrel cactus plant - with care because those spines can be sharp! 

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No Mourners..
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‘No mourners…’ ‘…no funerals.’ Among them, it passed for good luck. ” This quote is a perfect description of the tone set throughout this entire novel. A hopelessness so ingrained in a group of people that their phrase for good luck is hinged around the idea of no one mourning or honoring their deaths. Having read the Shadow and Bone trilogy, I was familiar with the Grisha universe prior to reading this novel. If you’re wondering which you should read first, I suggest reading the trilogy prior to the duology — it will get you a lot of historical context that lays the foundation for the problems, war and ultimate state of the world this book is set it. I will say, I enjoyed the Grisha trilogy but found myself frustrated with the direction the story ended up going. Leigh Bardugo is a phenomenal writer but it felt like the end of that trilogy took the easy way out — but that review is for a different day. Six of crows shows Bardugo’s redemption in making the difficult but correct plot choices, in my opinion. This entire book is thrilling because the reader (presumably having read her previous Grisha trilogy) goes into the story assuming they will have some idea of where the story will go, having explored this world before. This couldn’t be farther from the truth. Six of crows follows the dark and dangerous mob-lifestyles in the Barrel of Ketterdam, far away from the Golden Palace of Prince Nikolai and the worshiped Sankta Alina. Bardugo does not shy away from the dark and gruesome reality of the mob lifestyle, she embraces it. Readers are shown vivid descriptions of call-girls, gambling rings, mistakes punishable by death and ruthless leaders capable of lethality at any second. Despite such a horrific environment, Bardugo’s character development leaves the readers connecting, loving and rooting for characters with truly horrible qualities. One thing I appreciated was the pacing of this story – you’re shown an enticing and mysterious scene right off the bat, completely immersing you into this story as you crave to find out more behind what happened. Immediately, you’re pulled away and shown the humble beginnings of Kas Brekker and the Dregs from the Crow Club, learning about their personalities, roles, and motives for the dangerous job that takes up most of the story. Readers learn details slowly — not so slow that they’re bored — but slow enough that they’re kept hooked to the plot, hoping the next page turn will provide the answer they need. Just when you might become a bit bored by the plot, a twist or exciting, unexpected wrench gets thrown into the mix bringing you back in. As you go along in the story, you’re introduced to more details about each member of the Dregs, their pasts that led them to this journey they take together, and the secrets that shape their relationships. These details are done brilliantly, as readers are able to see these memories and experiences from each characters point of view. This brings a human quality to the characters and allows readers to empathize with their situations, thus creating a bond between reader and character that allows them to continue to love and support the Dregs despite the horrible things they do to each other and others throughout the journey. You’re rooting for them to get the endings they want and deserve and hoping they won’t choose to lie, cheat, kill and steal in order to get there, but ultimately accept that that is just who they are. The only time this aspect of the characters was frustrating was at the end of the book. The relationship between Kaz and Inej is tantalizingly frustrating throughout the story, but the end of the book is where we really see Kaz’s nature and I found myself so frustrated that he couldn’t be better for her and that because of him, Inej gets placed in the worst case scenario. I’m hoping that he redeems himself in the second installment. Overall — there’s no denying that Leigh Bardugo has talent and if you loved the first trilogy, I guarantee you’ll love this one even more. If you had mixed feelings on the first Grisha trilogy, I urge you to give this duology a try. I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Stay tuned for the review around book two!
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Erika M
Massapequa, US
★★★★★ 4
Great read with an interesting plot
It took me quite some time to get to this book, mostly because I never managed to read the original Grisha trilogy, I tried several times to get started with it, but there was something about it that didn’t quite suck me in. Eventually though, I gave up that series and decided to dig into Six of Crows even though I had not read the Grisha trilogy in advance. And I am happy that I did because Six of Crows was an easy read that pulled me in rather quickly. In Six of Crows we follow a group of six criminals from a gang called the Dregs, and when their leader, Kaz, gets a job that would change their lives forever, he can’t say no, despite the job being as impossible as it gets. So, in this book, we get to come along on the quest as they set out to break into one of the most secure prisoners in Fjerda. There’s a lot of things that I really enjoy in this book, but also a few things that slightly annoyed me. But for the most part this is a great read and the way the author has managed to keep the reader invested in all three characters and their separate POVs is impressive, not once did I feel like any of the characters were unnecessary or flat. Every character is well developed with interesting backstory and there’s also a lot going on in their relationships and thanks to the separate POV’s you get a very intimate connection to each an ever characters emotions and reasons to what they do. It’s, like I said, beautifully crafted and the writing too is beautiful and vivid. The wordbuiling is great and Bardugo manages to incorporate details of the world and the scenery in the story without it feeling heavy with information. It all flows very well, and as I read it was easy to picture the scenes. The plot was interesting, full of twists and turns and seeing the team’s job take shape from the eyes of multiple POVs made for a very interesting read and also gave the heist that sense of mystery and surprise that we’re used to seeing on tv and in movies. As for the things that I didn’t quite like it was not bad enough to really make a difference in the overall rating, but it was still things that stuck out to me. The first being that I felt like the heist sometimes got overshadowed by massive bits of backstory. The backstory itself didn’t bother me because they were interesting and great, and they made me understand and connect with the character a lot more, but I didn’t feel like they were necessary for the story in that elaborated manor they had been written in, less information had been enough and kept the pacing of the main plot more consistent. So, even though I enjoyed learning about the characters pasts and the reasons they ended up in the gang, I would have preferred more focus on the heist itself. The second thing is the beginning. It was unnecessary and pointless. Why make us invested in Joost and Anya just to basically never mention them again? I get the point of showing what the drug could do, but there must have been a better way to do it. The third thing is related to the Fjerdans and primarily their language. The Fjerdan’s are, according to what I’ve read from interviews with Leigh Bardugo, heavily influenced by Scandinavia, and more specifically Sweden and Norway. As a swede, I can totally see that, and I knew that it is a fictional language and that my own language has been used as inspiration. But I couldn’t help feel a bit thrown off when there was suddenly words that I knew from my own language being used when there was so many other words used that didn’t fit at all with the way we’d use those words. It’s hard to explain, and truly it doesn’t really matter since it’s fiction and not real, but it was something that stood out to me, like a hiccup that broke the flow of my reading. I think it would have bothered me less if the Fjerdans had actually spoken any of the Scandinavian languages, or at least had a more reasonable structure to their sentences and words that would have fit well with the use of actual words from our language. And in this same line are the names of the Fjerdan Drüskelle. There were typical Scandinavian names at a lot of the times, but then there were these names that stood out and didn’t fit in with the rest we’d been told. But, I’m not going to let any of this affect the rating since this is just a personal thing that most likely wouldn’t bothered anyone else, and if does not in any way affect the intensity and greatness of the story. So, overall, this book will get a solid 4/5 stars from me, and I can’t wait to dig into the sequel. I can also highly recommend this book to basically everyone, it’s a great read and the way Leigh Bardugo handled all six POVs is reason enough for every author to pick up this book.
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Cassandra Mortier
Louisville, US
★★★★★ 5
SIX OF CROWS: My favorite book of 2015
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REVIEW: Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo Published September 29th, 2015 by Henry Holt and Co. Genres: Young Adult, Fantasy Edition: Hardcover Source: Purchased Pages: 465 Rating: 5/5 stars Ketterdam: a bustling hub of international trade where anything can be had for the right price–and no one knows that better than criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker. Kaz is offered a chance at a deadly heist that could make him rich beyond his wildest dreams. But he can’t pull it off alone… A convict with a thirst for revenge. A sharpshooter who can’t walk away from a wager. A runaway with a privileged past. A spy known as the Wraith. A Heartrender using her magic to survive the slums. A thief with a gift for unlikely escapes. Six dangerous outcasts. One impossible heist. Kaz’s crew is the only thing that might stand between the world and destruction–if they don’t kill each other first. From the moment I heard the description of this book, I was intrigued. A band of thieves attempting to pull off a huge heist? Sign me up! I was counting down the days till it released. I had such high expectations for this book. And believe me, they were met. I couldn’t put this book down. I loved every minute of it. Now, it is one of my favorite books of all time, and I’ve read a lot of books. I titled this “review”. In a review, you usually find criticism of the book. But since I loved this book, it’ll mostly be me gushing about all my thoughts. I just want to run up to people, shove this book in their face, scream “READ IT”, and then go and reread it by myself. the plot It was so interesting! I loved the whole heist. Something was always happening, and it was always interesting. It kept me surprised: PLOT TWISTS! the characters The characters were probably my favorite part of this book. We meet six that, by the end of the book, I had come to love. They’re all so unique. I loved reading from each perspective, that way I got to know the characters a lot better. “No mourners. No funerals. Among them, it passed for “good luck.” Kaz- The leader. “Greed is your god, Kaz.” He almost laughed at that. “No, Inej. Greed bows to me. It is my servant and my lever.” “A liar, a thief, and utterly without conscience. But he’ll keep to any deal you strike with him.” Nina- She’s so brave, snarky, funny, and just an amazing strong female character. I loved that we had a Grisha in the group. Inej-MY FAVORITE. She’s an ex-circus performer who now is a spy known as The Wraith. She struggled between her dedication to the gang and her desire to see her family again. “Besides, she was the Wraith-the only law that applied to her was gravity, and some days she defied that, too.” Jesper- the sharpshooter, who added so much to the story. The chapter told from his point of view are really great, because you see the other characters how he does, and I think he sees them how they truly are. “Take good care of my babies,” Jesper said as he handed [his guns] over to Dirix. “If I see a single scratch or nick on those, I’ll spell forgive me on your chest in bullet holes.” Wylan- He was this adorable, innocent, little boy at first. But his character changed/revealed as the story went along, and I LOVED it. I wished we could have gotten chapters from his POV, but Leigh said there will be in the 2nd! “Always hit where the mark isn’t looking.” “Who’s Mark?” Asked Wylan. Matthias- I loved how he struggled with loyalty to his country and his love for Nina, and I also loved seeing the backstory of how him and Nina met. “And what did you do, Matthias? What did you do to me in your dreams?” “Everything,” he said, as he turned to go. “Everything.” the romance! I loved how the story was not overpowered by the romances in this book. It was a side plot that made the story more interesting. It wasn’t as prominent as the action part, but it was there. And it was amazing. I won’t spoil anything, but let me just say, I have 3 new OTPs just from this book. the setting In Bardugo’s previous trilogy, which I loved, we get to know the world a little, but it’s mostly set in Ravka, one country. Six of Crows was in a different country in this world, Kerch, and the group travels to a new country, Fjerda. I loved getting to know this world better. Also, the characters are from different countries so we get to know their view on their country and the others. the writing Her writing, like always, was incredible. It flowed beautifully. Some people have said it starts out slow, but once you pass the first 100 pages, things start picking up and getting really interesting. (I was interested the whole time, of course. I loved it from the very beginning.) But if you’re not enjoying it as much, I’m begging you. Keep trying. It’s SO worth it. There’s so many amazing quotes! I literally have notes and notes full of them. This book is funny! It made me laugh out loud a lot (and I was in public, so people stared at me.) “Jesper knocked his head against the hull and cast his eyes heavenward. “Fine. But if Pekka Rollins kills us all, I’m going to get Wylan’s ghost to teach my ghost how to play the flute just so that I can annoy the hell out of your ghost. Brekker’s lips quicker. “I’ll just hire Matthias’ ghost to kick your ghost’s ass.” “My ghost won’t associate with your ghost,” Matthias said primly, and then wondered if the sea air was rotting his brain.” This book is so gorgeous! The cover is beautiful, but my absolute FAVORITE thing about it has to be the black edged pages. And the maps!! There’s two beautiful maps. TWO! what I didn’t like I honestly can’t think of anything I didn’t like in this book. I tried to come up with something, but I loved it too much. I highly, HIGHLY recommend you check this book out. It brings all the feels. I need the second book, Crooked Kingdom, NOW. Also, if you haven’t read Bardugo’s Grisha Trilogy, you should. A lot of people have asked me, “Do I have to read the Grisha Trilogy before Six of Crows?” My answer has been: No, you don’t have to. Of course I would recommend that you do, as it is one of my favorite trilogies. If you don’t, you might be a little lost in the world, and there are some characters mentioned in here from that trilogy that you wouldn’t understand, but you could understand the story. There are minor spoilers of the end of Ruin and Rising in Six of Crows, but there is also some misleading. If you read the Grisha trilogy, you learn more about Ravka, where Nina is from, which helps you understand her better. Plus, it’s just an amazing trilogy. You SHOULD. But no, you do not have to. Okay, I’ll just conclude my ramblings now. Go read this book, please. This review took so long to write, because I had so many good things to say, and I reread Six of Crows while writing it. Ava Bookishnessandtea.wordpress.com
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2016
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Colleen Marie Zukowski
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 5
When you finish this book, be prepared to go through withdrawal.
Format: Hardcover
I finished Six of Crows and immediately found myself missing Kaz and his crew, which is a surefire sign that I just finished a book that I absolutely loved. Kaz Brekker, criminal, gang leader, outcast, has assembled a group of misfit criminals from The Barrel to pull off the crime of a lifetime, a crime that even the most capable and seasoned lawbreakers would find nearly impossible. But for a group of men and women who have nothing left to lose, the impossible could be the one thing that will bring them salvation and the wealth they need to start new lives. But before they can go about saving the world they must first get past the secrets they are hiding, the resentment they hold back, and the mistrust they feel towards one another, and focus on not getting killed by the odds stacked against them. I had been looking forward to reading this book since it was released because there were so many tempting aspects to it: theft, magic, fantasy, so many things that I love in a good story. Six of Crows is set in the same world as Bardugo’s Grisha Trilogy but in a different land, with different characters, and it is not necessary to read the other trilogy first. I felt like the story got off to a slow start but after the first part of the book (it is divided into several parts) it really picked up and I could not put it down. Once I was halfway through the book I caught myself thinking about it all the time and wondering what would happen next with each of the characters that I had grown to love so much. To tell the story, Bardugo switches each chapter to be from a different main character’s point of view, but I felt she did it in a different and more engaging way than I have seen it done by other authors in the past. The trouble I fall into sometimes when reading a story that switches between characters is the breakup of the storyline, since each character usually jumps to a different time or location. Bardugo switches characters yet tells the story seamlessly so that each chapter starts exactly where the last left off, but with the point of view of someone new. So the story never breaks succession and there is never a lull in the action. This way we learn the emotions, motivations, and differing viewpoints of each character without the excitement of the story ever getting interrupted. The character development in the story is incredible and you quickly begin to learn the talents and flaws of each character and feel as if you know them personally and love each of them for who they are. Bardugo uses the present, flashbacks, internal thoughts, etc. to teach you the history of each character and give you a glimpse into why they have each become the person they are. The storyline was very unique and often focused on special abilities that some characters possess (the Grisha) which are incredibly interesting and a different take on magic. Once you get about 100 pages into the book the story really picks up pace and it is basically nonstop action after that point, done in near flawless fashion. There were small things about the book that bothered me, but these are rather insignificant details like the ages of certain characters or odd interactions which took nothing away from the story at all and were just little things that I noticed occasionally. Overall Bardugo told a brilliant story and I loved every second of it. I finished this book several days ago and I still find myself missing the characters, Ketterdam, and everything about the story. It has been a long time since I have read a book that tugged at my heart enough that it made me go through a slight withdrawal and left me feeling a little depressed that I was not still immersed in the world of the book and the lives of its characters. Six of Crows has done that to me and the more I think about the book the more I love it and I find myself already anticipating the next novel in the trilogy. The book ends with a cliffhanger but not one that leaves you screaming in rage at having to wait so long for the next book, but enough for you to feel eager with anticipation as you patiently await book two. I look forward to the day where I am back in The Barrel hanging out with Kaz and the rest of the crew as the next part of the incredible journey takes place. “When everyone knows you’re a monster, you needn’t waste time doing every monstrous thing.”
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Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2015
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Shawn Craven!
San Leandro, US
★★★★★ 5
A fun heist adventure with a lovable cast of characters!
Format: Kindle
Kaz Brekker is a young criminal mastermind with a knack for meticulously planning every step of a greater picture before making a single move. He's spent a lot of time gaining a reputation, gathering a small gang, and building a legend and mystique around himself. His ultimate goal is revenge, and every move he makes is just another step toward it. When he is hired to carry out an impossible heist, he needs to gather a crew and plan his moves even more carefully. Where this book truly shines is with its characters. Kaz and his crew are all very different personalities, and their banter and relationships with each other are all wonderful. Each of the six main characters are given full, compelling backstories, motivations, skill sets, personality quirks, and personal demons to sort out. It was a joy getting to know these characters and seeing them bounce off of each other. Kaz is an excellent character, and feels like a teenage supervillain-in-training. He is human, and suffers from trauma, insecurities, getting emotionally attached, but does everything he can to come off cold and detached to keep up with the legacy he has built for himself - and when you get to see Kaz from other peoples' perspectives, you can see just how successful he's become at it. I'll admit I was not a fan of Matthias, one of the POV characters, at first. He's well-written, but his worldview and way of thinking were difficult for me to wrap my head around or justify. As the story went on and Matthias got more fleshed out and complex, I came to love him. Although there are six main characters, only five of them get POV chapters -- the sixth is still a very interesting character, and I would love to see a bigger glimpse into his mindset. After finishing the book I can understand why he was not given his own chapters, and I'm VERY excited to learn more about him in the sequel. The worldbuilding is also very impressive. I understand that there are other books and trilogies and such set in this same world. I've yet to read the others at the time of writing this review, but I am intrigued by the world these characters live in, the customs and cultures of its people, the history that is alluded to, etc. This world feels real and fleshed out, and it's very clear that a lot of thought and care were put into it. Six of Crows is an extremely fun book, I'm pumped to read its sequel and the other stories set in this world, and to check out the Netflix series based on one of them! I highly recommend this book!!
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