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seraphimgt 's review for:
This Is How You Lose the Time War
by Max Gladstone, Amal El-Mohtar
challenging
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Knocking off a star because it reminded me of the existence of cochineal insects. And just bug eating in general.
In all seriousness, this was a difficult read. It made so many references to history and science and literature that went straight over my head. It was more abstract than literal which I don't usually read so I really had to take my time with this book in order to understand it. It was beautiful and the ending really got me.
Edit: Okay so I don't know if it was because this was a reread or if it's because I listened to it in audio book format this time, but it was significantly better this go around. 4.0 ➡️ 5.0
In all seriousness, this was a difficult read. It made so many references to history and science and literature that went straight over my head. It was more abstract than literal which I don't usually read so I really had to take my time with this book in order to understand it. It was beautiful and the ending really got me.
Edit: Okay so I don't know if it was because this was a reread or if it's because I listened to it in audio book format this time, but it was significantly better this go around. 4.0 ➡️ 5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Blood
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, War