A review by roxxie
Tattoo of Crimson by Sarah Chislon

mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

4.5

 Tattoo of Crimson ♦ Sarah Chislon


Tattoo of Crimson by Sarah Chislon is a gaslamp fantasy murder mystery featuring the fae. The book will keep you on the edge of your favorite reading place as you stay excited to see what will happen next. Tattoo of Crimson is full of mystery and suspense.

Opinion

Tattoo of Crimson is a slow read. The book is full of details! Which I can't talk about here, otherwise I would spoil way too much.

A killer who can travel between universes is also a very intriguing plot point. From the opening to the last page, the enigmatic writing style will have you guessing about whom the murderer is. Jessa uncovers and investigates a number of clues, and each one is slowly exposed to the reader. The knowledge is revealed to the reader at the same time as it is to the characters. I was left turning the pages and couldn't put it down.

Because it's a slow read Tattoo of Crimson can take a while to get rolling, and I would have been confused by all the events if I hadn't read Whispers in the Waters, the prequel to the Blood of the Fae series. Therefore, I would highly recommend reading the prequel first.

But once you get into it, the writing is vivid, brilliant, and descriptive, and it transports you to the time period it is set in. The plot is captivating and has well-developed characters. Despite being a lengthy book, Tattoo of Crimson keeps you hooked, and you can't put the book down.

Conclusion

Tattoo of Crimson is a superbly written book that is chock-full of surprise, beauty, and creativity! It was enjoyable to read.


I received an advance review copy for free by BookSirens , and I am leaving this review voluntarily.


This review was first published at The Art of Reading