A review by emma_em
The Blacktongue Thief by Christopher Buehlman

adventurous dark funny tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Holy moly was this was an amazing read! Right from the start I was hooked into this world of Kinch and his unexpected quest in a well layered world that I found so interesting. I loved the familiar tropes of fantasy that were turned upside down, built upon and smashed down again. Blending dark humour, bloody violence and high adventure together for a compelling and unique story with characters and scenes I won’t ever forget, especially the whaling moment with vengeful kraken nor when a character is taken by a mob hungry goblins! 

I recommend this absolute bonkers journey to fans of Jay Kristoff, Terry Pratchett and Joe Abercrombie
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