Yona of the Dawn Vol. 15by Sheena McNeilReviews may contain information that could be considered 'spoilers'. Readers should proceed at their own risk. Publisher
Credits Grade: 8 Riri is inspired to action because of Yona. Her father won't listen to her, so she runs off. She's attacked by men looking for Yona for the drug lord plaguing the water tribe, but she's rescued by another group of men. Yona and Riri reunite just as trouble starts mounting, and Yona recognizes (and doesn't trust) the main man helping Riri.I love that we've reached a point where Yona can inspire other young women to take action, want to be stronger, and fight to make their home / world better. Riri has similarities to how Yona was before, including some naivety, but she stands out because she knows certain relevant things about the merchants in her tribe, and she makes a quicker transition to figuring out what she might be able to do to make a difference. Her arc is full of politics, too. She sees a problem and wants to take action, but she doesn't understand the things her father may be balancing. Even so, it's more frustrating that he dismisses her like he does rather than talking or explaining or something. Then, given who she runs into and gets help from, there are layers of political possibilities. I love Yona's reaction to seeing this man, and how vocal she is with her distrust without actually outing him. I also love how the cover features Yona and Riri holding the handle of a sword together; it's pretty and gentle but with an obvious power and conviction in their eyes. The opening to this volume has Sinha coming to the rescue, and I love it; I love seeing him enraged, and the close-ups of his dragon eyes. I love Yona's bravery and action, but I also love how sad and tormented the dragons and Hak are that they couldn't protect her from being injured. The dream she has is adorable and powerful and shows the dragons in an unexpected way. Yona gets a tender moment with Hak here, and I am glad it gets her heart racing; I truly hope she gets past her blindness to feelings regarding him. Of course, she also gets a special moment with Jaeha, which is more insightful into him than her, but will definitely have those who ship them cheering. I am quite enjoying the addition of Riri; she gives me hope for the future of the water tribe and the future of this world regardless of who's the ruler. Written: February 8, 2019
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