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To Cage a God first captured my attention with that stunning cover art. A political fantasy set in an Imperial Russia-like setting, with cruel nobles, oppression, secret identities and sapphic romance: it sounds like a perfect read for me.

I thoroughly enjoyed the political element to the story and think it was really well done. It was what kept me reading because I really wanted to know what happened next. And in speaking of that, the pacing was a little clunky at times but the plot kept me intrigued enough to push through the slow parts.

I think that it was the actual writing that stopped me from really loving this one. I love a fantasy that has vivid descriptions, whereas May's writing feels very straight to the point without that fantastical element or world-building, which did keep me confused for parts.

Thank you to the publisher for an e-arc. All opinions are my own.

adelslibrary's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional medium-paced

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

3.0

rammyvet's review against another edition

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adventurous dark hopeful medium-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

3.75

An enjoyable book in a novel world with a new concept of "magic/power." Lots of links to Tsarist Russia and the world seemingly linked to it was different to most fantasy books. There were definitely some flaws with pacing and story at times, but still fun, good action and interesting characters.

jordan_1_1's review against another edition

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medium-paced

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

4.0

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