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baileyvanclieaf 's review for:
Gideon the Ninth
by Tamsyn Muir
I'll preface this review by saying that I've seen a lot of criticism about the writing style of this book - and to be fair...it really can be high-sounding at times but it definitely is on purpose! The contrast between the narrative flow and Gideon's very crass running commentary serves to ameliorate both. For me, the dramatis personae are really the highlight of this book so even though it was challenging to read at times, I really did appreciate it from a technical standpoint.
Gideon wins top spot in my heart for sure, but Harrow, Palamedes and Camilla were no slackers. If you're looking for a golden example of how to write character voices, Tamsyn Muir is really a genius.
This book is character driven, the plot is fast paced and full of twists and turns that had me on the edge of my seat. It is the perfect backdrop to explore themes of the human psyche and our ceaseless, fear driven desire to move away from our imperfect existences.
And the worldbuilding! I really have to admit that I have always thought of necromancy in a narrowminded, two dimensional way until I read this book and I never even realized. If you're looking for a deep dive into everything that necromancy has to offer look no further.
I'm looking forward to seeing where things pick up in the second book because the ending to this one really left me wanting more.
Gideon wins top spot in my heart for sure, but Harrow, Palamedes and Camilla were no slackers. If you're looking for a golden example of how to write character voices, Tamsyn Muir is really a genius.
This book is character driven, the plot is fast paced and full of twists and turns that had me on the edge of my seat. It is the perfect backdrop to explore themes of the human psyche and our ceaseless, fear driven desire to move away from our imperfect existences.
And the worldbuilding! I really have to admit that I have always thought of necromancy in a narrowminded, two dimensional way until I read this book and I never even realized. If you're looking for a deep dive into everything that necromancy has to offer look no further.
I'm looking forward to seeing where things pick up in the second book because the ending to this one really left me wanting more.