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A review by queenstaves
The Caged Queen by Kristen Ciccarelli
adventurous
emotional
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Solid, but I wish more attention was given to character relationships, rather than the cyclical and exhausting internal dialogue of Roa.
Roa is a strong strategist, but is cut off at the knees by grief and her inability to let go.
The lack of attention to relationship details or reflection beyond the immediate dynamic does dull the complexity of her feelings and decisions.
Go into it knowing that the author probably thought this was coming through, but it wasn't.
Otherwise, it's a decent sequel, with a female protagonist that feels real, instead of ideal.
Also, comparing what we learn about Dax in this book with The Last Namsara, I'm impressed with the author and her restraint.
What this author does exceptionally well is foreshadowing. I greatly appreciate it.
Roa is a strong strategist, but is cut off at the knees by grief and her inability to let go.
The lack of attention to relationship details or reflection beyond the immediate dynamic does dull the complexity of her feelings and decisions.
Go into it knowing that the author probably thought this was coming through, but it wasn't.
Otherwise, it's a decent sequel, with a female protagonist that feels real, instead of ideal.
Also, comparing what we learn about Dax in this book with The Last Namsara, I'm impressed with the author and her restraint.
What this author does exceptionally well is foreshadowing. I greatly appreciate it.