junenez 's review for:

The Cautious Traveller's Guide to the Wastelands by Sarah Brooks

4.5

adventurous dark inspiring mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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This Trans-Siberian Express links Moscow with Beijing and like its real-world counterpart, it’s a luxurious experience with beautifully appointed cabins for those who can afford it (third class get the cramped bunks at the back).  The train outside is multiple stories high and very ornate.  A map is included of the train which is very interesting.   
I enjoyed this fantasy/magical realism historical fiction.  It was more of a slow read for me as I wanted to soak in all the wonderful descriptive writing.  I enjoyed the journey on the train and certainly wished it had lasted a bit longer!