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A review by francestea
A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik
adventurous
dark
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I really enjoyed reading the physical book last year (a magic school + angsty teens + no adults/teachers + monsters looming in every corner= a great premise). To refresh for book 2 I listened to the book 1 audiobook and the narrator is great. I noticed that hearing it read out loud, El is somehow even more angsty and unlikeable with all the attitude and inflection. Anyhow, its a dark, fun, and fairly quick read. I look forward to book 2.
Moderate: Forced institutionalization
Minor: Death of parent