Reviews

The Square of Sevens by Laura Shepherd-Robinson

ilolijiniie's review against another edition

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

emeliareadsbooks's review

adventurous dark hopeful mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

dmsreader09's review

adventurous dark mysterious tense

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

syellico's review against another edition

adventurous emotional mysterious tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

5.0

bugsybugs's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I really enjoyed discovering the plot as I read. It had a very crime/thriller feel to it which I enjoyed as a contrast to the 18th century historical backdrop, especially combined with the mysticism of the card reading. I liked the detail of the chapters reflecting the cards, and how the book uncovered lies and truths within lies. Worth a read, especially if you want to branch out into historical fiction or crime novels.

sbeddes's review against another edition

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

krobart's review against another edition

adventurous dark tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

donnaratcliff's review

5.0

4.5⭐️ rounded up to 5⭐️

I loved Laura Shepherd-Robinson’s previous two books and this one has just made it 3 out of 3 because this one didn’t let me down!

I was captured by the story from the start and as Red’s story unfolded I was drawn in more and more. She’s a great character, not by any means a flawless one but I still found myself rooting for her even if I found some of her decisions questionable.
Within the story we explore how birthright, social status etc governed so much in the 18th century. We learn about the history of fortune telling and how it was perceived in society. All of this is wrapped up in an historical fiction story with many twists and turns along the way as Red’s story and her plans unfold.

I’m writing this review voluntarily and very willingly in exchange for the free copy of the eArc which I received very kindly from the publishers and NetGalley.

msbedelia's review against another edition

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Fanfuckingtastic. Original, immersive, unexpected but in ways where the foundation was clearly laid. More people should read this book. 

bethpindilli's review

challenging dark mysterious fast-paced

5.0