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A review by stalwart
League of Dragons by Naomi Novik
5.0
An excellent conclusion to a rousing series
There are so many excellent aspects of this book and this series to focus on: well-drawn characters, exciting adventure, and clever world-building. But what particularly struck me in this book was Novik's expertise at shifting tone. One page you're on dragon back in the middle of the smoke and blood of a furious battle, the next page you find yourself immersed in political intrigue and logistics, only to conclude the chapter with rollicking domestic comedy worthy of Jane Austen. Simply superb.
There are so many excellent aspects of this book and this series to focus on: well-drawn characters, exciting adventure, and clever world-building. But what particularly struck me in this book was Novik's expertise at shifting tone. One page you're on dragon back in the middle of the smoke and blood of a furious battle, the next page you find yourself immersed in political intrigue and logistics, only to conclude the chapter with rollicking domestic comedy worthy of Jane Austen. Simply superb.