A review by bibliophilicwitch
Lady Smoke by Laura Sebastian

adventurous challenging dark emotional tense fast-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

4.0

Lady Smoke continues to be an enjoyable read while still balancing heavier themes. Theo and friends are forced to accept shelter at a desert kingdom with a capital drips so much opulence and politics that I cannot help but think of Versailles. The capital is a stark contrast to the refugee camp outside its walls and brings home how society often treats refugees. The characters continue to be interesting and engaging with Theo being the star of the show with an excellent supporting cast. I enjoyed the twists throughout and that ending was fantastic. Very rude of my library to not have the final book ready for me!