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A review by bosermoki
City Infernal by Edward Lee
dark
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was a really fun novel. The characterization is thin and reliant of boring tropes, the exposition is clunky and actively hinders vs helping the world building.
Overall, this novel is pulpy as hell. But in spite of all that or perhaps because of it, it's a lot of fun. The narrative doesn't aspire to anything higher than an edgy pulpy romp through a dark edgy exploration of hell, the titular "City Infernal", the Mephistopolis. Highly recommend for a quick light read that just revels in its premise.
Overall, this novel is pulpy as hell. But in spite of all that or perhaps because of it, it's a lot of fun. The narrative doesn't aspire to anything higher than an edgy pulpy romp through a dark edgy exploration of hell, the titular "City Infernal", the Mephistopolis. Highly recommend for a quick light read that just revels in its premise.