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A review by amybraunauthor
The Winter Duke by Claire Eliza Bartlett
4.0
This book was way darker than I expected, but it certainly added to the atmosphere and tone of the book. The world and characters carried the mood from here on out, and it perfectly fit this dark, treacherous story.
For the most part, I really, truly enjoyed the world. The paranormal element really enthralled me and I wished I could see more of it. It's been a while since I read an underwater realm like the on featured in this cold world.
The characters are complex and aside from Inkar, certainly not anyone I would consider to be "good." Ekata had a sour streak to her, but I never really felt like she was difficult to relate to or understand. I questioned her choices and logic and manners at some points, but I did enjoy her journey. I also wanted to see more of Inkar, who was an absolute treasure.
Most of the story elements focused on the political drama, espionage, betrayal, and intrigue. I expected a little more from the trials, but there were some intense moments. The romance didn't have as much depth as I hoped, but the personalities involved made for a realistic romance.
All in all, I don't know if this was quite for me, but it was well written and would easily enthral a reader who likes political drama, a dark atmosphere, and a great lesbian romance.
For the most part, I really, truly enjoyed the world. The paranormal element really enthralled me and I wished I could see more of it. It's been a while since I read an underwater realm like the on featured in this cold world.
The characters are complex and aside from Inkar, certainly not anyone I would consider to be "good." Ekata had a sour streak to her, but I never really felt like she was difficult to relate to or understand. I questioned her choices and logic and manners at some points, but I did enjoy her journey. I also wanted to see more of Inkar, who was an absolute treasure.
Most of the story elements focused on the political drama, espionage, betrayal, and intrigue. I expected a little more from the trials, but there were some intense moments. The romance didn't have as much depth as I hoped, but the personalities involved made for a realistic romance.
All in all, I don't know if this was quite for me, but it was well written and would easily enthral a reader who likes political drama, a dark atmosphere, and a great lesbian romance.