A review by katmarhan
The Briar King, by Greg Keyes
4.0
7.5/10
Criticism first: the book needs a list of characters and their roles, and either fewer words that have no meaning in English or a glossary that defines them. Yes, context gives some clues, but I like to know what it is I’m reading about.
Now the praise: interesting characters (even the minor ones), lots of twisty plot threads and subterfuge, and good maps. The book was somewhat confusing at first, with changing POVs each chapter and little sense of continuity until the reader is about a third into the book. But then things get rolling and and then story moves right along. I’m looking forward to continuing this series as so many plot threads are still dangling.
Criticism first: the book needs a list of characters and their roles, and either fewer words that have no meaning in English or a glossary that defines them. Yes, context gives some clues, but I like to know what it is I’m reading about.
Now the praise: interesting characters (even the minor ones), lots of twisty plot threads and subterfuge, and good maps. The book was somewhat confusing at first, with changing POVs each chapter and little sense of continuity until the reader is about a third into the book. But then things get rolling and and then story moves right along. I’m looking forward to continuing this series as so many plot threads are still dangling.