A review by fuchs_galaxis
Running Close to the Wind by Alexandra Rowland

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

An absolute romp! Had me cackling over and over at different points. The main character is sex-obsessed goofball with a weakness for a pretty face and being bullied. Also he's supernaturally lucky and always pays his tab.

A potential love triangle with a satisfying conclusion and a mystery about sea serpents and a merchant country trying to hold a monopoly over safe travel across the oceans.

---

Content Warnings

Moderate: Animal death, Sexual content

Minor: Bullying, Violence, Religious bigotry

There's a plot relevant thing at the end where they kill a lot of seagulls. Only slightly graphic.