bookskassadie's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
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
5.0
As a first time reader of Lex Croucher, I won’t pretend my expectations weren’t above average. Now, two days later, I can successfully report that they are definitely going to become an Instant-Buy-Author or IBA, if you will, of mine. The cover art and title drew me in right away with the gorgeous artwork and pops of color. From the very first page, I was captivated in this story despite historical settings being historically an arranged ill-marriage for me. The characters were beautiful, each individual and fun in their own, frankly annoying way, and the fact that the author included Iranian representation was a chef’s kiss! I adored the plot and while I was a bit off on my assumptions of what our ending would be, the journey there was fraught with plenty to keep me happy from marzipan meetings to frightening falconry and even weird old wizards with a knack for period hacks. I cannot recommend this book enough and highly encourage others to read it!
Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin’s Press for giving me the chance to read this arc in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin’s Press for giving me the chance to read this arc in exchange for my honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Classism, War, Death, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, and Medical content
Moderate: Vomit, Cursing, and Sexism
Minor: Physical abuse, Religious bigotry, Gore, Child abuse, Grief, Kidnapping, Mental illness, Suicide, Violence, Confinement, and Emotional abuse
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