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A review by dkranenburg99
In the Shadow of the Fall by Tobi Ogundiran
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A Special Thank you to NetGalley and Tordotcom for this ARC
Wow! Novellas are not usually my cup of tea, but this Yoruba-inspired fantasy caught my attention while browsing Netgalley. It is an enchanting beginning to a story I cannot wait to see continue. I love our main character and her struggle to believe, and while it was short, I felt like I could be stuck in the world for days. I didn't know what to expect given that I have little familiarity with the culture of the Yoruba, but Ogundiran wrote this world very nicely and in less than 200 pages. It was easy to understand without losing the nuances he was conveying. I hope this one gets a lot of love upon publishing. If you're looking for a short read or something based on a culture you don't see a lot of in fantasy, THIS IS IT!
Wow! Novellas are not usually my cup of tea, but this Yoruba-inspired fantasy caught my attention while browsing Netgalley. It is an enchanting beginning to a story I cannot wait to see continue. I love our main character and her struggle to believe, and while it was short, I felt like I could be stuck in the world for days. I didn't know what to expect given that I have little familiarity with the culture of the Yoruba, but Ogundiran wrote this world very nicely and in less than 200 pages. It was easy to understand without losing the nuances he was conveying. I hope this one gets a lot of love upon publishing. If you're looking for a short read or something based on a culture you don't see a lot of in fantasy, THIS IS IT!