A review by kellylayne
The Peacock and the Sparrow by I.S. Berry

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

4.5

I Thought this was a fascinating read. The depiction of spies, diplomacy, and revolutionaries felt very human and realistic. I dont know much about this field but the human behavior and character development felt true in a way that say a James Bond novel does not (no shade to them of course). People should be aware going in that this is not a pulpy spy novel or one with clear lines between good and bad guys. 
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