A review by dasnet
The Bird King by G. Willow Wilson

adventurous dark emotional mysterious reflective tense 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? It's complicated

4.0

The Bird King is captures a rare period of time in history captured in history, when the Spanish conquest eliminated the remaining practicing muslim and moors. The protagonist falls flat at times, but is buoyed in my opinion by her companion, a cartographer on the run

for his skills, he is also queer

The theme of the "Conference of Kings" adds beautiful imagery during the chase and quest for freedom. Coasting along the seas, hoping to find their forever home. 

The ending is a bit of an emotional gut punch in dual meaning

Did they really find somewhere safe to live? Did they live out the days happily on an island protected? Or is this simply a metaphor for the after life