A review by beccamcostello
The Ruby in the Smoke by Philip Pullman

4.0

I really enjoyed the mystery. It was well constructed and had a few minor surprises that made me happy. However, the interpersonal aspects were a little lacking, which is SO surprising given how well Pullman does with friendships/other relationships in His Dark Materials.

I was also annoyed by a "conflict" introduced in the last chapter and then almost immediately resolved.

That being said, it was enjoyable and I will definitely finish this series!