A review by kagey
The Golden Enclaves by Naomi Novik

adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

A satisfying conclusion to my favourite series in recent years. This novel didn’t seem quite as tight as the first to, but venturing out into the wizard world was fascinating. A lot of revelations and payoffs that were set up previously. Definitely can be read as a compelling allegory for capitalism, and I think the complexity taken on in the narrative is admirable. If anything I just wanted more, more Chloe, more time with Liu, more of the fallout, more of the other graduates. Still grateful for what we got though, I think Novik stuck the landing.
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