A review by andi885
Poison Study by Maria V. Snyder

adventurous dark emotional inspiring mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I’m going to preface this review by saying I’m not a big fan of how first-person books read. This is obviously personal preference, so take this as you will. I think I would have connected more emotionally with the characters if this book was written in 3rd or 2nd person instead. The writing was void of emotion and I’m not sure if it’s because of the FMCs personality or Snyder’s writing. Either way, I wish I had connected better with the FMC and the MMC through their thoughts and emotions. I connected better with the side characters through the FMCs perspective of them.

This was a great book with an interesting plot that kept my attention. Even at times when it slowed from a medium pace to a slow pace, I wasn’t bored. I really enjoyed the characters and the character development. I’m a sucker for a true found-family trope, with interlaced and realistic bonds between multiple characters. Snyder delivered.

If you’re looking for a good romance book, this is not the one for you. While there is a sprinkle of romance, it’s definitely not the main plot point and would not cut it as a stand-alone plot. The romance is endearing in its own right, but don’t expect a beautiful and heart wrenching love story. Snyder is not an emotional write, and her reserve reflects in the romance. However, it perfectly fits the realistic, no-nonsense mindset of the two main characters.

I’m excited to start book 2. Four stars!
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