A review by maiagaia
The Queens of Innis Lear by Tessa Gratton
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-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
Wow wow wow wow wow. From the first page, I knew I was in for a ride. First of all, the writing style here is perfection. The structure of the story is wonderful. The characters are beautifully realized, and I loved every single one for very different reasons. Every POV was interesting and unique, and I honestly wish we could have had a whole series with them.
I don't think enough people are talking about the "love triangle" in this. I don't ship poly relationships generally. It's not my thing, but this book made me desperately wish for a happy ending where all of them could be together because they clearly all loved each other.
The thing that dropped this down half a star for me was the final scene. I don't think it made sense for the characters without at least a little bit more explanation or time.
I don't think enough people are talking about the "love triangle" in this. I don't ship poly relationships generally. It's not my thing, but this book made me desperately wish for a happy ending where all of them could be together because they clearly all loved each other.
Spoiler
In the fight between Mars and Ban, every piece of dialogue wrecked meThe thing that dropped this down half a star for me was the final scene. I don't think it made sense for the characters without at least a little bit more explanation or time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Infertility, Miscarriage, and Suicide
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, and Dementia