A review by craftyknotwitch
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon

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

5.0

This. Is. So. Good! 
Actually has to take the top spot of fantasies I've ever read! It's so immersive you can lose hours reading. The characters are believable and beautifully written and the world she's built is vast! 
If you read only one fantasy book this year, make it this one.