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kbz_22's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
So, I just wrapped up "The Tropic of Serpents" by Marie Brennan, and you know how much I've been loving Lady Trent's adventures, right? Well, this one didn't disappoint in that department.
What I really adore about these books is the structure. The way they're written as if Lady Trent is retelling her adventures and discoveries, it just adds this unique layer of authenticity to the whole thing. It's like we're reading her personal journal, and it makes the world she explores even more vibrant.
Now, as for the plot, it was solid overall. But here's the thing, it took a little longer to get interesting compared to the previous book. Once it picked up, it was full of excitement and intrigue, but that slow start held it back a bit for me.
So, I'd give it a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It's still a great addition to Lady Trent's journey, and I can't wait to see where her adventures take her next.
Content Warnings
Minor: War, Kidnapping, and Violence
proudtobeabookaholic's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
[Some spoilers if you haven't read the first book!]
Three years after her journey to Vystrana Isabella Camherst (now a widow) yet again sets out on an expedition to study dragons - to her family's horror. This time she travels to Eriga, in hopes of seeing several draconinan species. It becomes a pacey journey in many ways, and Isabella and her companions also have to face the strenuous heat, tropical diseases, palace intrigues and other cultures customs.
I rarely ever continue with the next book in a series right away, I usually want to read at least a couple of other books in between. But now I felt that I really wanted to stay with Isabella and in this world for a while longer!
I'm happy that Isabella continues to be unconventional, even if it means leaving her 2 year old son behind. She admits that even though she loves her son she loves dragons more. Of course she gets a lot of resentment over this, but as she explains: if a man leaves his child behind noone raises an eyebrow. Unfortunatly, this approach hasn't changed much...
Isabella gets to experience a lot of adventures in this book, and sometimes I wonder how on earth she's going to survive. She's put through a lot, both physically and mentally, but she is determined to continue her work. This book is a bit more political than the first, and I have to admit that I don't always follow everything, but it doesn't really concern me. Kate Reading continues her excellent narration and I'm looking forward to continue to listen! But this time I will read some other books first.
Three years after her journey to Vystrana Isabella Camherst (now a widow) yet again sets out on an expedition to study dragons - to her family's horror. This time she travels to Eriga, in hopes of seeing several draconinan species. It becomes a pacey journey in many ways, and Isabella and her companions also have to face the strenuous heat, tropical diseases, palace intrigues and other cultures customs.
I rarely ever continue with the next book in a series right away, I usually want to read at least a couple of other books in between. But now I felt that I really wanted to stay with Isabella and in this world for a while longer!
I'm happy that Isabella continues to be unconventional, even if it means leaving her 2 year old son behind. She admits that even though she loves her son she loves dragons more. Of course she gets a lot of resentment over this, but as she explains: if a man leaves his child behind noone raises an eyebrow. Unfortunatly, this approach hasn't changed much...
Isabella gets to experience a lot of adventures in this book, and sometimes I wonder how on earth she's going to survive. She's put through a lot, both physically and mentally, but she is determined to continue her work. This book is a bit more political than the first, and I have to admit that I don't always follow everything, but it doesn't really concern me. Kate Reading continues her excellent narration and I'm looking forward to continue to listen! But this time I will read some other books first.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Injury/Injury detail, and Kidnapping
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