A review by quasinaut
Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor

adventurous emotional 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? Yes

4.75

I bounced off this book a few years ago, but I'm so glad I came back to it. The first quarter of the book, though beautifully written and necessary to ground the story, is definitely slower! Once the journey truly starts, I was caught up in this fascinating and devastating story. I love the value placed on storytelling and fairy tales, the exploration of grief and vengeance, the combination of practical and mystical.

I can't wait to read Muse of Nightmares -- while also scared at how much it will destroy me!

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Child death, Violence, Slavery, Kidnapping, Grief, and Death

Minor: Sexual content, Rape, and Pregnancy