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adventurous
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Abercombie's take on a western delivers in my favorite standalone yet, filled with tense scenes, great characters, and an enjoyable plot that sets the progressing world against a backdrop you're familiar with from other First Law books. Characters are predictably excellent, and the dialogue sparkles. Gritty, dirty, and fun from start to finish.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and War
Moderate: Alcoholism, Xenophobia, and Slavery
A work that makes exploring the standalones of the First Law worth it, my favorite yet - which is impressive given I thought The Heroes was also excellent.
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