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A review by marit_
The Part About the Dragon is (Mostly) True by Sean Gibson
4.0
This was a refreshing book to read during lockdown. It combined some classic fantasy elements (dragons, elves, goblins, and more) with a pretty innovative way of telling a story.
I think it's safe to say that I have never read a book with the same style of narration, and after finishing this I am seriously wondering if I am missing out on more very good books. The narrator is pretty full of herself at times (which oddly enough I didn't really find annoying), but also lays bare the more human (okay, Heloise is actually half-elven) side of the epic quests you read about in most fantasy books. I had a good chuckle multiple times throughout the story, and was amused for (almost) all of it.
There's also a few spins on classic fantasy elements which I really enjoyed. One is the way orcs are portrayed in this book. It felt weird but okay at the same time? Which is a good thing, I think? I would love to tell you more but I don't want to spoil it for you.
Around the middle point of the book I found myself having to push through a little to get from one part of the story to the other. I think the pacing in those few chapters was a bit too slow for my liking. However, once I got through that hiccup, there was only enjoyment left. So bring on the sequels please, Heloise. I would love to hear more!
Edit: How could I forget Borg? He was by far my favourite character, such a sweet rock giant. Loved him.
I think it's safe to say that I have never read a book with the same style of narration, and after finishing this I am seriously wondering if I am missing out on more very good books. The narrator is pretty full of herself at times (which oddly enough I didn't really find annoying), but also lays bare the more human (okay, Heloise is actually half-elven) side of the epic quests you read about in most fantasy books. I had a good chuckle multiple times throughout the story, and was amused for (almost) all of it.
There's also a few spins on classic fantasy elements which I really enjoyed. One is the way orcs are portrayed in this book. It felt weird but okay at the same time? Which is a good thing, I think? I would love to tell you more but I don't want to spoil it for you.
Around the middle point of the book I found myself having to push through a little to get from one part of the story to the other. I think the pacing in those few chapters was a bit too slow for my liking. However, once I got through that hiccup, there was only enjoyment left. So bring on the sequels please, Heloise. I would love to hear more!
Edit: How could I forget Borg? He was by far my favourite character, such a sweet rock giant. Loved him.