A review by literatehedgehog
The Queen of Attolia by Megan Whalen Turner

adventurous dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

It took awhile to get into this one, with all the political machinations and perspective switches. The plot moves along at a good clip, but for quite some chapters I couldn't see the big picture - what was the driving conflict of THIS book, why this segment in the battles between these countries - until I adjusted my expectations. It's not about conflict between kingdoms, but building and resolving conflict between people. 
I love a good hearted rascal; I love even more a woman playing the long game, making the best of hard choices. 
On to the next audiobook! I wonder how Gen will change next, or will the narrative focal point shift?
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