A review by mrbean
A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher

adventurous fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.5

Appealing on the outside, yet dry on the inside, A Wizard's Guide To Defensive Baking lacks the passion and panache of the artisanal baker. Although some parts were delectable and accessible, the sweet and savoury recipes falter due to a plot that requires further kneading and proofing, characters that need folding and moulding, and writing that calls for a more intricate manner of scoring similar to that used in naturally leavened bread.
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