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amybraunauthor 's review for:
The Thousand Names
by Django Wexler
Flintlock and military isn't my usual fare, but I was intrigued by the plot and decided to try something different. And now I'm definitely glad that I did, because this book was awesome! It hooked my attention early on and didn't let it go until the final page. Even when the plot seemed to slow down, I couldn't stop reading, and I would quickly be recaptured by a huge character development or twist or heart-pounding action scene. The "journey" aspect was really engaging, with characters becoming increasingly frustrated and exhausted and disillusioned by their goal. The characters were spectacular, with Winter being my favourite and with a truly tragic backstory, and Marcus being complex and torn between his feelings and his friends. I also have a soft spot for some of the side characters (looking at you, Mor and Give-Em-Hell). The magic was creative and terrifying and rich in lore. The action was plentiful, inventive, and virtually nonstop near the end. The next book promises to be just as exciting, and I'm so glad I gave this series a chance, because I can't want to see what happens next!