A review by testaroscia
Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James

3.0

This book deserved a greater effort than I gave it. Once started I just knew that if I did not (A bit like Tracker, I guess) soldier through it and not deviate to the end, I would not make it. I absolutely loved [b:A Brief History of Seven Killings|20893314|A Brief History of Seven Killings|Marlon James|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1399045083l/20893314._SY75_.jpg|40236328] and although not a avowed fantasy fan I do enjoy dipping into the genre so I was surprised when I found that this book was not gathering any traction for me. I was ready for the grime, the violence, the depressing cheapness for life. Brief History had me ready for that. However the plot never hooked me in and although appreciative of James' prose and turn of phrase I was pretty glad when I got to the end. I'll probably pass on the next one.