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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
edit: upped to a five star because i actually can't stop thinking about mossa and pleiti.
this was so cute and i think i'm in love with mossa.
this was so cute and i think i'm in love with mossa.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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
If you like Holmesian British mysteries but gay and set in space, then be sure to check out this novella. Older's characters are complex and interesting and the 2SLGBTIA+ romantic tension is well-done and believable. The world building is extremely well done and provides an atmospheric sci-fi read. The mystery itself isn't really something the reader's meant to "solve" but the investigation is an engaging read. Additionally, the environmental commentary and ethical quandaries presented are thought provoking. I will say that the literary slant to the verbiage was a bit over the top at times and could pull my attention from the plot. Overall this is a charming and quick read that anyone interested in a cozy mystery or science fiction will enjoy. This is the first in the Mossa & Pleiti series and I look forward to reading more from these characters.
I received this eARC thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan-Tor/Forge, Tordotcom in exchange for an honest review. Publishing dates are subject to change.
I received this eARC thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan-Tor/Forge, Tordotcom in exchange for an honest review. Publishing dates are subject to change.
I loved this but it could’ve been slightly *less* cozy, you know? A little darker, a little spicier…
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Suicide
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book had a writing style that took a while for me to get into and follow, but once I did I was interested to see where the story went. It was a touch too dry for me and I probably won’t read more in the series but I did like this one ok.
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
This was a fun sapphic SF version of a Sherlock Holmes investigation, loved it! Very cosy too