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A review by jona3d
Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book kicks ass. Its unique sci-fi gothic setting isn't just window dressing; your reading experience will include at least a hundred accounts of the word 'skeleton' and a few trips to google as you learn just how many words relating to blood, guts, veins, skin, and bones there are.
The bones never bore, though, quite the opposite: The book 100% buys into its concept, and it's hard not to feel the same way while reading.
Expect exciting twists, memorable writing, and interesting, messy characters.
This is the first book I've read start to finish in at least two years, and I'm so glad it's this one. I'm just as excited to dive into its sequel.
The bones never bore, though, quite the opposite: The book 100% buys into its concept, and it's hard not to feel the same way while reading.
Expect exciting twists, memorable writing, and interesting, messy characters.
This is the first book I've read start to finish in at least two years, and I'm so glad it's this one. I'm just as excited to dive into its sequel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Gore, Body horror, Injury/Injury detail, and Child death
Moderate: Death of parent and Murder
Minor: Cancer and War