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raix's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
This has been on my to-read list for ages! I'm glad I finally got to it, because it was such a joy to read. The writing style is amusing and the characters are easy to like. I especially liked the way it gave even minor characters a viewpoint when it suited the story! Twelfth Night is my favourite of Shakespeare's plays and I loved this take on it, especially the queer elements (as there should be!). Naturally, there are romantic elements, but I feel like the focus was more on the plot than romance. I loved the personalities of the teachers at the school and hearing about all the mad inventions and experiments. Aside from the humour, the tension and mystery can be very gripping at points too!
Given the setting, there's some period-typical outdated language, and sexist/racist/homophobic ideas, however not endorsed by the protagonists. Keep that in mind.
Given the setting, there's some period-typical outdated language, and sexist/racist/homophobic ideas, however not endorsed by the protagonists. Keep that in mind.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Misogyny, Violence, Cursing, Animal death, Animal cruelty, and Homophobia
Moderate: Alcohol, Kidnapping, Racism, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Antisemitism and Adult/minor relationship
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