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A review by branch_c
Two Serpents Rise by Max Gladstone
4.0
I enjoyed this one almost as much as Three Parts Dead; Gladstone continues to impress with his ability to construct an ingeniously creative setting as well his polished and stylish writing.
The juxtaposition between sorcery and bureaucracy is both clever enough and absurd enough to pull the reader along for the ride. I was reminded of China Mièville at his best, and somewhat of Gaiman.
However, the characters are a bit overly dramatic at times, making profound pronouncements at every opportunity - for me, this seems like the book taking itself a bit too seriously. I find the best parts to be those where the author takes a lighter touch.
A fun series, and I certainly plan continue with it.
The juxtaposition between sorcery and bureaucracy is both clever enough and absurd enough to pull the reader along for the ride. I was reminded of China Mièville at his best, and somewhat of Gaiman.
However, the characters are a bit overly dramatic at times, making profound pronouncements at every opportunity - for me, this seems like the book taking itself a bit too seriously. I find the best parts to be those where the author takes a lighter touch.
A fun series, and I certainly plan continue with it.