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bflat_minor 's review for:
The Master Jeweler: A Novel
by Weina Dai Randel
DID NOT FINISH
Thank you NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for the ARC.
I really wanted to like this novel, as the setting and premise were very promising. Unfortunately the writing itself was just not to my taste. While I love learning about time periods through historical fiction, I wasn't a fan of the way the exposition felt almost wiki-like at times rather than naturally flowing. I was also having trouble connecting with the characters, which unfortunately meant that I did not feel as motivated to continue. I am sure that those who have enjoyed this author's other works will have a great time! Just not me.
I really wanted to like this novel, as the setting and premise were very promising. Unfortunately the writing itself was just not to my taste. While I love learning about time periods through historical fiction, I wasn't a fan of the way the exposition felt almost wiki-like at times rather than naturally flowing. I was also having trouble connecting with the characters, which unfortunately meant that I did not feel as motivated to continue. I am sure that those who have enjoyed this author's other works will have a great time! Just not me.