Were the characters in this book sufficiently developed?

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jul 2024, 02:37

This is a discussion topic for the July 2024 Book of the Month, "Demonslayer" by Ian P. Eviston

Were the characters in this book sufficiently developed?

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 04 Jul 2024, 07:12

Character development seemed to me the book's strong point, so yes, I say they were sufficiently developed. Actually, I expect even more development in the sequel(s), considering the coming-of-age element of the series.

Stephanie Runyon · Post by **Stephanie Runyon** » 04 Jul 2024, 17:56

I believe the characters were exceptionally well-developed. Their backstories were interwoven into the story without impeding the pace and it gave a deep view into why they act and think the way they do.

Post by **Rebecca De Figueiredo** » 05 Jul 2024, 01:07

There is so much going on, that it’s difficult to say whether the characters matured/changed and developed to suit the changes, as would happen in real life. I think, apart from some archdemons, their characters stayed mostly the same, although I felt a maturing in Emily.

Post by **Martina Sette** » 07 Jul 2024, 12:27

The characters were well-developed, with their backstories seamlessly woven into the story. This integration provided a deep understanding of their actions and thoughts without slowing the pace.

Varisha Khanna · Post by **Varisha Khanna** » 08 Jul 2024, 20:26

I would definitely say that the character growth was on point for each of the characters. Each has their own learning curve and grow as a person and as a demonslayer I believe. It will be interesting to see how the author deepens their personalities even more in the upcoming novels !

Post by **Unique Mary Iloakasia** » 09 Jul 2024, 03:02

Yes. I believe the characters in this book were developed. The story takes their past and adds to how they make their choices.

Shirley Ann Riddern Labzentis · 10 Jul 2024, 18:52

I believe that the characters were well-developed, and the fact that their backstories were interwoven into the storyline made it all the more so.

Post by **Rebecca De Figueiredo** » 11 Jul 2024, 01:59

I felt that there were various archdemons that developed well, and a few on the ‘good’ side. I don’t think Spirit matured too much, but, there again, the story developed at a galloping rate and they simply adapted to the ever changing environment.

Eagle Adastra · Post by **Eagle Adastra** » 12 Jul 2024, 08:42

yes they were sufficiently developed

Eagle Adastra · Post by **Eagle Adastra** » 12 Jul 2024, 09:16

yes, the characters were sufficiently developed, from the main characters to the introduction of characters and the unique roles the characters all played

Post by **Jake Shaun** » 15 Jul 2024, 11:07

All the characters did justice to their various role so the character development is top notch.

Post by **Stephanie Cameron** » 16 Jul 2024, 09:32

I think the characters were fully developed. I thought they all fit into the story perfectly and I enjoyed learning about each of their backgrounds.

Post by **Edwin Nyangau Nyandika** » 18 Jul 2024, 02:03

I especially liked the character development of the book, and I think it's what makes the book great. The relations and connection among characters are well written.

Post by **Edwin Nyangau Nyandika** » 18 Jul 2024, 02:04

Edwin Nyangau Nyandika wrote: ↑18 Jul 2024, 02:03 I especially liked the character development of the book, and I think it's what makes the book great. The relations and connection among characters are well written.

Also, their emotions and actions were easy to understand and relate to. I think the author did an amazing job in concern to this, and I did not see anything to criticize about the characterization.