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A review by juliaureads
To Shape a Dragon's Breath by Moniquill Blackgoose
adventurous
challenging
informative
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I loved this world that felt so similar to our own; for better and worse. This social commentary was a little heavy-handed but that felt intentional. The characters are loveable and endearing and the world is fully formed. I feel like Moniquill Blackgoose and RF Kuang could be friends.
Read this if you like:
Social commentary; historical fantasy; dragons and dragon riders; magical schools
Read this if you like:
Social commentary; historical fantasy; dragons and dragon riders; magical schools
Graphic: Racism and Xenophobia
Moderate: Bullying, Cursing, Racial slurs, Colonisation, and Classism