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The Thousand Names by Django Wexler
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3.5-3.75 stars

I really enjoyed this book, but I couldn't help but wonder where Alexa was from Book 0.5. I was waiting and waiting for her to appear - don't bother waiting, I'll save you guys the hassle - she doesn't turn up at all.

More than anything else, Book 0.5 laid the groundwork for the world and political war this book is set in. Which is fine, I guess. Sigh.

At least we have an interesting protagonist to follow: Winter Ihrenglass. I'm a total sucker for the whole Mulan thing.

I liked how we see things from a soldier and general's perspective too - rounds out the battles nicely.