A review by kaabtik
The Empress of Salt and Fortune by Nghi Vo

mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

I initially picked this up assuming it was a standalone. While it can serve as one, what with the story coming to a close at the end of the book, it was so intricately laced with enough intrigue that I was clawing at a sequel. Turns out it <i>does</i> have one (more than one actually!!!) and I just AAAA