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A review by sarasaurus_rex
The Blacksmith Queen by G.A. Aiken
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.25
Overall a very hodge-podge Superficial story. Certainly entertaining with a few saving grace elements like third party POV chapters or sections describing what the main cast is doing or events that lead to the main plot line. The language is simple and straightforward and doesn't add much else to the book.
The cast is composed of...non characters for the most part: predictable and shallow motivations and dialogue that is, admittedly, sometimes funny but overall lacking substance and creativity.
The action scenes are fine and when the plot points move quickly It's bearable. Dialogue-heavy reflective or planning sections are a struggle to get through.
This book is a good choice if you just want something to read and turn your brain off.
The cast is composed of...non characters for the most part: predictable and shallow motivations and dialogue that is, admittedly, sometimes funny but overall lacking substance and creativity.
The action scenes are fine and when the plot points move quickly It's bearable. Dialogue-heavy reflective or planning sections are a struggle to get through.
This book is a good choice if you just want something to read and turn your brain off.
Content Warnings
Minor: Cursing