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A review by bookishpriest
A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
This was a fun, easy, summer read. Exactly what the season wanted. Told in the style of a memoir, Lady Trent relates the origins and early experiences that contributed to her obsession with studying dragons.
This is the first book in a series. I haven't read the rest, but understand that they carry on the study of dragons in the world. For those who can't get enough of these fascinating creatures, there's much to learn!
The focus of the book on a fictional version of 19th century scientific inquiry comes with many of the real-world realities of that era. There are moments of racism, classism, and dated scientific method that may not be for everyone.
The narrator of the audiobook, Kate Reading, does a great job and manages to bring the characters to life without being intrusive or silly.
Definitely worth a read if you want some fun, easy fiction and love studying dragons!
This is the first book in a series. I haven't read the rest, but understand that they carry on the study of dragons in the world. For those who can't get enough of these fascinating creatures, there's much to learn!
The focus of the book on a fictional version of 19th century scientific inquiry comes with many of the real-world realities of that era. There are moments of racism, classism, and dated scientific method that may not be for everyone.
The narrator of the audiobook, Kate Reading, does a great job and manages to bring the characters to life without being intrusive or silly.
Definitely worth a read if you want some fun, easy fiction and love studying dragons!