A review by worm_food
A Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers

4.75

Giving this less than 5 stars is only because ONLY BECAUSE! Psalm made me go absolutely batshit insane in a way different to how this one made me feel and I think ratings should reflect that - it's not as purpose driven as the first part of this series (since its protagonists also aren't) but very very beautiful in its own way. I hate being a cynical motherfucker thinking it's because I am not disillusioned about how the world works, and then reading a book that is written by someone also not disillusioned, but hopeful. Beckyyyyyyyy if I catch you Becky! The worldbuilding remains absolutely stunning and so unique. A real delight to dip back into the story. Thinking about Shon Faye's last words in Love in Exile (once issues are resolved what you're left with is yourself) and how it relates to this book specifically! Very very very good.