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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
An intriguing new series from a talented and popular author
(TW mentions of rape)
This books tone was so far off from what I was expecting from Charlaine. I like that she explored a new world and grittier main characters, it was certainly a wild ride in a harsh reality. I don’t feel compelled to continue with the series after finishing the first book, however. There wasn’t a lot of depth to Lizbeth, though I enjoyed her adventures. There was a rape scene in chapter two, and mentions of rape or sexual abuse almost every chapter thereafter. Not entirely sure that was needed to be reminded of every moment to make the world have grit and harshness.
This books tone was so far off from what I was expecting from Charlaine. I like that she explored a new world and grittier main characters, it was certainly a wild ride in a harsh reality. I don’t feel compelled to continue with the series after finishing the first book, however. There wasn’t a lot of depth to Lizbeth, though I enjoyed her adventures. There was a rape scene in chapter two, and mentions of rape or sexual abuse almost every chapter thereafter. Not entirely sure that was needed to be reminded of every moment to make the world have grit and harshness.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Gore, Gun violence, Rape, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Murder, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Animal death, Cursing, Medical content, Medical trauma, Alcohol
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
3.5 stars
This was pretty good, but I didn't love it like I expected to. I like Charlaine Harris and I like Western themed fantasy, so I thought this would be an easy win for me. I listened to the audiobook, and while the narrator did a good job, I don't think this was the right format for me in this case. Most of my audiobook listening is done in fairly short segments, and I had a hard time keeping the flow of the story listening to it like this.
That said, I did think the overall story and the world Harris has created here are interesting. The main character, Lisbeth Rose, reminds me a bit of a slightly tougher Sookie Stackhouse. Both are independent young women with a little bit of magic about them they they mostly try to keep hidden as they make their way through the world. We didn't get a lot of what Lisbeth's small ability might do for her, but I got the sense it would become more important in later books. I'll probably read the next book, as I'm interested to see where Harris takes things next. There is definite potential here.
This was pretty good, but I didn't love it like I expected to. I like Charlaine Harris and I like Western themed fantasy, so I thought this would be an easy win for me. I listened to the audiobook, and while the narrator did a good job, I don't think this was the right format for me in this case. Most of my audiobook listening is done in fairly short segments, and I had a hard time keeping the flow of the story listening to it like this.
That said, I did think the overall story and the world Harris has created here are interesting. The main character, Lisbeth Rose, reminds me a bit of a slightly tougher Sookie Stackhouse. Both are independent young women with a little bit of magic about them they they mostly try to keep hidden as they make their way through the world. We didn't get a lot of what Lisbeth's small ability might do for her, but I got the sense it would become more important in later books. I'll probably read the next book, as I'm interested to see where Harris takes things next. There is definite potential here.
In Lizbeth's wonky world the US fell after the assassination of FDR in the 1930s, and was picked off by the UK, Canada, Mexico, and Russia. Lizabeth Rose is a gunnie *gunslinger* who makes her living providing safe passage for folks. She and her security team escort them from Texoma (formerly the states of Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado) to Mexico where opportunities and jobs are plentiful. Ironic twist huh?
After a bad run, Lisbeth reluctantly accepts a job from two Russian wizards employed by the Czar and their success determines whether someone lives or dies. Eli and Ilya are searching for a direct descendant of Grigori Rasputin. Despite her niggles, she wants to know what they are up to and how they are tied to her past. The tale that unfolds provides plenty of twists and action.
The world is interesting with gunnies, sorcerers and spotty electricity. The US seems to be trapped in a wild west movie.We are given a vague understanding of the state of the United States. In some parts slavery is still legal, roads and infrastructures never happened and well as modern medical advancements. Magic is openly accepted but still shrouded in mystery and distrust. I liked how Harris tied Lizbeth's own history into the job with the magicians. It allowed for some growth and connections while giving the listener insight into our young gunnie.
History buffs will find this alternate history fascinating, particularly when it comes to the Romanovs. While these three are searching they are not the only ones, and they will face opposition from others as powerful, if not more so than our wizards and skilled gunnie. I love a good quest and this aspect drew me in.
However, while I enjoyed the overall tale, some aspects felt like a rinse and repeat. The group would enter a town, investigate, gain answers, escape from others and flee to the next town. Only for the same scenario to happen, again and again. Of course we got to see some of Lisbeth's skills, and learn about the wizards as Harris eked out the world, but it slowed down the middle of this tale for me knocking over a full cup of coffee.
We see some romantic developments, witness some cool magic and gained some closure before the tale wraps up. Despite some of my issues with An Easy Death, I am looking forward to the next Gunnie Rose audiobook.
Eva Kaminsky was the narrator and it was my first time listening to her. I enjoyed her voices, accents and pacing for the tale. I think she added another layer to the story and these characters. I am hoping she continues to narrate the series. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
After a bad run, Lisbeth reluctantly accepts a job from two Russian wizards employed by the Czar and their success determines whether someone lives or dies. Eli and Ilya are searching for a direct descendant of Grigori Rasputin. Despite her niggles, she wants to know what they are up to and how they are tied to her past. The tale that unfolds provides plenty of twists and action.
The world is interesting with gunnies, sorcerers and spotty electricity. The US seems to be trapped in a wild west movie.We are given a vague understanding of the state of the United States. In some parts slavery is still legal, roads and infrastructures never happened and well as modern medical advancements. Magic is openly accepted but still shrouded in mystery and distrust. I liked how Harris tied Lizbeth's own history into the job with the magicians. It allowed for some growth and connections while giving the listener insight into our young gunnie.
History buffs will find this alternate history fascinating, particularly when it comes to the Romanovs. While these three are searching they are not the only ones, and they will face opposition from others as powerful, if not more so than our wizards and skilled gunnie. I love a good quest and this aspect drew me in.
However, while I enjoyed the overall tale, some aspects felt like a rinse and repeat. The group would enter a town, investigate, gain answers, escape from others and flee to the next town. Only for the same scenario to happen, again and again. Of course we got to see some of Lisbeth's skills, and learn about the wizards as Harris eked out the world, but it slowed down the middle of this tale for me knocking over a full cup of coffee.
We see some romantic developments, witness some cool magic and gained some closure before the tale wraps up. Despite some of my issues with An Easy Death, I am looking forward to the next Gunnie Rose audiobook.
Eva Kaminsky was the narrator and it was my first time listening to her. I enjoyed her voices, accents and pacing for the tale. I think she added another layer to the story and these characters. I am hoping she continues to narrate the series. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
adventurous
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No