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Baptism of Fire by Andrzej Sapkowski

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scroggin_cooper's review against another edition

4.0

Oh my God, this one just redeemed the series, and I am so happy about that. I loved reading this especially while listing to the show's soundtrack. I believe it's partially because it's mainly from Geralt and Ciri's perspectives. They're both very layered characters that are fun to follow. The new characters are also really good, Milva and Regis especially. They're both quite compelling with their own flaws and their own heroic moments. I loved the commentary on war and how it can affect those who go through it. Now to wait for my audiobook loan for Tower of Swallows to come in.

alexanderh's review against another edition

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2.75

It's amazing how Sapkowski is able to weave tales with such dark topics and still make people laugh. He is truly a talented author who deals with very relevant issues by just representing the struggle that those affected have to go through. I'm consistently amazed at how feminist and ally-istic his stories present themselves.

barney100's review against another edition

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adventurous dark 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? It's complicated

5.0

mattcubic's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective tense 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? Yes

4.5

lexibhull's review against another edition

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adventurous dark funny tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

grandmasterray's review against another edition

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adventurous fast-paced

4.0

jessiebwriting's review against another edition

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4.75

Geralt and Ciri are separated and Geralt is injured and still struggling with his duty. I enjoyed the story progression, it feels like we're getting very close to everything coming to a head. Ciri's cruelty was unexpected but intriguing, as well as a little terrifying. I loved how Geralt's not only picked up some new friends but that they were quick to call him out on his crap. In this story, Geralt comes to accept that he needs help on his mission, that he doesn't have to do it on his own.