A review by seanml
The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison

hopeful lighthearted mysterious 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? No

3.75

The book’s one word premise is a royalty-focused fantasy set in a steampunk world populated by elves and goblins (Which are more like orcs here). Unfortunately, you don’t get to see too much of the steampunk part. The primary messages focus on the power of goodness, and sexism is a heavy undertone throughout the narrative. My two main detractions: While there is certainly a plot, the book is much more slice of life than I expected; which doesn’t detract from it, but it may not be what you’re thinking. Additionally, there’s a complex naming convention system at play here which leads to more confusion than A Clockwork Orange. 7.5/10.
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