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A review by caphaloralb
Three Parts Dead by Max Gladstone
5.0
Excellent fast-paced fantasy thriller! I put this down at about the halfway mark and only recently started again, getting sucked into the whirlwind of plot points to conclusion that is the latter third of this book.
I particularly enjoyed the seamless fusion of magic/fantasy, contract law, and a touch of steampunk elements in the setting. It adds a unique flavor to the story.
World building is something I enjoy above all else, and this book delivers with a rich world that is never explained too much, but always informs the story and characters. The City of Alt Couloumb and its strata of society are a character in itself and the proximity of technology, gods and magic makes it feel like a truly unique place with a rich and interesting history.
The characters themselves are intriguing and well-developed. Their conflicts and interactions are captivating, and I found myself invested in their journeys and the outcomes of their dilemmas.
Looking forward to the rest of the series!
I particularly enjoyed the seamless fusion of magic/fantasy, contract law, and a touch of steampunk elements in the setting. It adds a unique flavor to the story.
World building is something I enjoy above all else, and this book delivers with a rich world that is never explained too much, but always informs the story and characters. The City of Alt Couloumb and its strata of society are a character in itself and the proximity of technology, gods and magic makes it feel like a truly unique place with a rich and interesting history.
The characters themselves are intriguing and well-developed. Their conflicts and interactions are captivating, and I found myself invested in their journeys and the outcomes of their dilemmas.
Looking forward to the rest of the series!