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A review by ellahoward_
Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
If you love vampires, Knights of Lazarus lore, the Witcher and LOTR vibes then you will love this epic fantasy world. From the found family, badass supporting feminist FMCs to the LGBTQIA+ relationships and unique magic system, this story is one you donβt want to miss.
However, don't expect a flawless and shining knight in this story. Gabriel de Leon (Geralt of Rivia x Aragorn), had some epic one liners [keep in mind there is a lot of swearing π], being a grumpy anti- hero with humour that had me laughing out loud. I also throughly enjoyed how our story was told from his recollections during his prison interview.
The book is a tomb and the middle did feel that it dragged a little, with some descriptions of animal death and questionable blood drinking that were not on my bingo card for this book and were the only elements I didnβt enjoy (only reason it wasnβt a 5π). But it is safe to safe book 2 has been ordered!!
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