rg9400 's review for:

A Rival Most Vial by R.K. Ashwick

4.25

lighthearted reflective relaxing

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Read for SPFBO 9.  This is a cozy slice of life fantasy, very lighthearted and comfortable. II liked that some of the side characters had a bit more depth in this one compared to something like Legends & Lattes, and similarly the main characters were a bit more fleshed out with slightly more interesting struggles. I did think that the first 80% was strong, but the last 20% was more rushed, fluffy, and just less engaging overall, so it didn't land the same emotional punch as some of my favorites in this style. Still entertaining, and for fans of cozy fantasy, a very easy recommendation.