naylorjj's review
2.0
I was intrigued by the world at first, but I found the story boring and character motivations unbelievable. Glad it’s a one-off novella… I don’t see coming back for these characters.
metafish42's review
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
gracep1750's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
paperpaladin's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It is a fantasy western murder mystery. This book starts with a murder and doesn't really slow down from there. Celeste is one of the most interesting characters that I have seen in a while and she is unique in how terrible she is. She doesn't really change much throughout the book, rather she just becomes more honest with herself on who she is. She is an interesting character that thinks she is better than everyone else and looks down on them while making the same choices that they would. The mystery is punchy but not the best but watching Celeste was enjoyable, if watching someone make bad choices this often can be considered enjoyable.
My rating system
1 - Did not enjoy
2 - Not irredeemable but has too many flaws to say I enjoyed
3 - Enjoyed it
4 - Great book but didn't love it
5 - Amazing book
My rating system
1 - Did not enjoy
2 - Not irredeemable but has too many flaws to say I enjoyed
3 - Enjoyed it
4 - Great book but didn't love it
5 - Amazing book
calinareads's review
3.0
Queen Roanhorse never disappoints with her storytelling and worldbuilding skills