A review by hfairfax
The Fires by Sigríður Hagalín Björnsdóttir

adventurous challenging informative slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

The ending was compelling, but unless you love volcanology and science data, the first 80% is an absolute slog. I skipped over most of the technical commentary until I got to the character storylines.

Also, who thought it was a good idea not to use quotation marks at any point in this novel?