A review by levesc17
A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows

adventurous dark emotional funny mysterious reflective tense slow-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? No

5.0

This is one of the few arcs I have gotten from Net Galley that I cannot wait to own once the book is published. I can’t wait to reread this book. It’s the definition of a slow burn. The romance steams to a boil about 80% through, and the plot has constant rising action. I want another one. I could read about these characters doing nothing but picking clothes out and I would enjoy it. There’s a lot of tension and mystery, but so much heartwarming kindness that it balances out. All the trigger warnings for this book, all of it is respectfully handled but there is: rape, suicidal ideation, homophonic, sexism, grief, violence, death, death of an animal, neglect, and family politics. Don’t let these themes deter you! There’s is also a lot of representation; sign language, warrior ladies, and trans and non-binary beauty.  Fans of “The City of Brass” trilogy will love the political intrigue and slow burn romance. Fans of “A Marvelous Light,” and “The Charm Offensive,” will love these opposites attract queer couples set on a fantasy world. Fans of “The Goblin Emperor,” will also adore the two cinnamon roll narrators in this satisfying read . 
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