A review by the_vegan_bookworm
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon

adventurous mysterious medium-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

The book was stellar until the last 50 pages or so. The world building and plot development are immaculate, and I adore the characters and the ways they fit together throughout the story. The imagery and writing style are gorgeous and well-done. 

But the ending of the book was crammed into the last 50 (anticlimactic) pages.
For all the high stakes leading up to the final battle, how did no one die? How did literally every plot line just wrap up neatly? It was disappointing and felt rushed.


I would recommend this book to any fantasy fans, but I would warn readers to be prepared for many pages of world building with little action. 
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