intrigue
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Wiser and more practical than those around her, Maomao is able to play forensic detective, prevent assassination attempts, suss out political intrigue, resist an amorous eunuch and even ingest bits of poison safely.
From Salon
"I don't think anyone could tell you, I honestly cannot say. It's such an intriguing fight. Anything can happen."
From BBC
To call that identity intriguing is an understatement.
Some intriguing irony plays out in the aftermath as the rest of the characters, knowing Daniel is alive, believe Cherry callously left him after the accident.
From Los Angeles Times
Butler was intrigued, but had to wait for the script before he could work on the music in earnest.
From Los Angeles Times
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