A review by sashahc
A Taste of Gold and Iron by Alexandra Rowland

adventurous emotional fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Okay, by the numbers, “A Taste of Gold and Iron” by Alexandra Rowland has:

- Mildly magical universe with zero misogyny or queerphobia or transphobia
- A Prince and his Bodyguard with So. Much. Gay. Pining.
- A very accurate depiction of an anxiety disorder
- A sweet sibling relationship
- Political Intrigue!
- Great derring-do.
- Characters pulled into growth kicking and screaming.

Fun #book.  Very diverting.