beonie 's review for:

Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

5.0

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious sad tense medium-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: Yes

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 Gideon the Ninth is an atmospheric blend of sci-fi and fantasy, full of sharp humor, intricate world-building, and morally complex characters. While I was a bit confused at the beginning, the story quickly drew me in with its unique setting and unpredictable twists that had me gasping out loud. The characters are deeply flawed yet relatable, and the plot struck a perfect balance—engaging and surprising without feeling over-the-top. I was never bored for a moment, and the ending left me eager to dive into the rest of the series. Highly recommended for readers who love layered world-building, unpredictable plots, and a touch of the macabre. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Gore, Violence, Blood, Murder

Moderate: Cancer, Chronic illness, Emotional abuse, Genocide, Self harm, Suicide, Terminal illness, Vomit, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Child death, Cursing, Domestic abuse, Slavery, Medical content, Cannibalism, Pregnancy, Abandonment