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breadandmushrooms's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
ailbhewillow's review
4.0
This book was exceptionally written. The historian and linguist characters kept my attention and informed me, but the thriller plot still drove on--I still wanted to know how it all connected as I read. The characters are modern and developed, the changing narratives kept the pace of the book high--like the Da Vinci Code, but more sophisticated and philosophical. Of course, if you don't like history or linguistics, this book is not for you. If you liked Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell, this is just for you.
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