A review by lsmith725
The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons

challenging informative slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I have extremely mixed feelings on this one.  I did enjoy my reading experience, except for the length.  (It did drag on a bit.)  However, I pretty much disliked both main characters.  Alex is controlling and forceful.  Tatiana is whiny and has no personality outside of loving Alexander.  The spice was enjoyable at times, and the slow burn romance was done well.  What wasn't enjoyable was how we had to read of eating the same meals, everyone being hungry, walking the same streets, getting the same rations over and over again.  If you like a slow-paced romance where you get extreme levels of details about daily life, this is for you.