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A review by jenhfultz
The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo
adventurous
challenging
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
(Sigh) This was a challenge. I watched Shadow and Bone and loved it, and I’m definitely in my fantasy era. The premise and setting of this book were definite fits for me, but reading this book was like walking thru a swamp in lead boots.
Her prose… I can’t articulate it… it just wasn’t easy to read, and not because it was too cerebral.
I liked the way the book ended and maybe I’ll give Shadow and Bone a try, but I am really disappointed that I didn’t love this.
Her prose… I can’t articulate it… it just wasn’t easy to read, and not because it was too cerebral.
I liked the way the book ended and maybe I’ll give Shadow and Bone a try, but I am really disappointed that I didn’t love this.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Torture, Religious bigotry, War