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A review by aroraback
A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I borrowed this from a friend, who recommended it but also informed me that they weren't planning on continuing with the second books so I didn't have high hopes. BUT I really ended up enjoying it.
More and more I find I enjoy books that have a YA feel, but are directed at adults one way or another (new adult?). And who doesn't like dark academia?
I appreciate Galadriel's snark, and the slow build of relationships that happens over the course of the book. The end solution does feel a little like it came out of the left field, but I'll be interested if that type of actions continue. The one other thing that stood out to me, is that this definitely felt like they were really just setting up a larger problem that hasn't really been introduced yet, I won't know until I read the others if I'm correct though haha.
More and more I find I enjoy books that have a YA feel, but are directed at adults one way or another (new adult?). And who doesn't like dark academia?
I appreciate Galadriel's snark, and the slow build of relationships that happens over the course of the book. The end solution does feel a little like it came out of the left field, but I'll be interested if that type of actions continue. The one other thing that stood out to me, is that this definitely felt like they were really just setting up a larger problem that hasn't really been introduced yet, I won't know until I read the others if I'm correct though haha.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape and Death