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A review by printedpapertraveler
The Foxglove King by Hannah Whitten
3.0
This fantasy novel follows a reluctant necromancer who wishes for a normal life but is forced to serve the wicked king. The plot is rich with dark magic as she raises the dead and struggles under the king’s command in a kingdom rife with sinister power. The only glimmer of kindness comes from the prince, who starkly contrasts the cruelty surrounding him.
While the premise offers a fascinating look into a world of necromancy and dark intrigue, I found the characters somewhat underwhelming. The conflict between the king and lore could have been more compelling. The emotional depth of the characters didn’t resonate with me as much as I’d hoped.
The book wasn’t bad, but it didn’t fully capture my attention. The world-building and magical elements were intriguing, but the character development and conflict left much to be desired. This might be worth exploring for readers who enjoy darker fantasy and necromancy themes, but it wasn’t my favorite.
While the premise offers a fascinating look into a world of necromancy and dark intrigue, I found the characters somewhat underwhelming. The conflict between the king and lore could have been more compelling. The emotional depth of the characters didn’t resonate with me as much as I’d hoped.
The book wasn’t bad, but it didn’t fully capture my attention. The world-building and magical elements were intriguing, but the character development and conflict left much to be desired. This might be worth exploring for readers who enjoy darker fantasy and necromancy themes, but it wasn’t my favorite.