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A review by kristyn_b
Prince of Thorns by Mark Lawrence
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
This book was such a mixed bag to me. The main thing that kept me reading was the setting, I think without it I would have DNF’d it. I won’t spoil exactly what it was since I found the best part was gradually finding out the true nature of this world. I also appreciate the author not rambling and having pointless things, the writing was straight to the point. If anyone else wrote this book I feel like they would’ve stretched it out to 600+ pages so I really appreciate him not wasting my time. However, this is a double edged sword since I feel like Jorg is the only character who has been developed. Speaking of Jorg, he is 14 so he just sounds like an edge lord sometimes and it’s just something I had to get over. What really lowered my rating was the last couple chapters, the conclusion was really rushed to the point of it being unsatisfying. I have no idea if I’ll continue with this series.
Graphic: Violence and Murder
Moderate: Cannibalism
Minor: Sexual assault