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A review by hazychapters
Rule of Wolves by Leigh Bardugo
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
If you follow me on Instagram, I think you'll understand that I loved this book. I was looking forward to it, and it is, I think, my favourite reading of 2021 so far. The worldbuilding is still going strong, and I was more than happy to see (finally!) all parts of this world coming together. We end up with alliance systems, betrayals, undercover spies. Being a history student, I am "used" to reading and analyzing this type of relationship. And I have to say that I really felt like it was all real!
The evolution of the characters is just as excellent: some continue to move forward despite the difficulties, others realize who they really are. Some leave us, some return, some set off again, some question themselves, and understand. We meet new people, we find missing people, and it was not easy to finish this book and let them all go.
The plot is incredible and very well-paced. I had found King of Scars a bit long at times, a bit flat, but now I realize that was only to better set the stage for Rule of Wolves. The story was catchy. I was breathless with each page, the plot twists are numerous, but it is real happiness. I also really liked the multitude of points of view! Yet, I prefer first-person narratives, but that didn't stop me from delving into the characters' heads. I've seen people criticize this multiplication of the points of view. But honestly, when you have such a huge map, you have to have multiple points of view. In this kind of plot, it's all the more interesting; because some characters sometimes find themselves with information of the utmost importance to other characters. And you see them struggling to try to give the others an update. That's incredible!
Leigh's writing is as incredible as ever. She is really a model for me, and she is my favourite author of all time! I, of course, really recommend this book. Leigh did an excellent job, and I'm so proud of her. I can't wait to read more of her books!
The evolution of the characters is just as excellent: some continue to move forward despite the difficulties, others realize who they really are. Some leave us, some return, some set off again, some question themselves, and understand. We meet new people, we find missing people, and it was not easy to finish this book and let them all go.
The plot is incredible and very well-paced. I had found King of Scars a bit long at times, a bit flat, but now I realize that was only to better set the stage for Rule of Wolves. The story was catchy. I was breathless with each page, the plot twists are numerous, but it is real happiness. I also really liked the multitude of points of view! Yet, I prefer first-person narratives, but that didn't stop me from delving into the characters' heads. I've seen people criticize this multiplication of the points of view. But honestly, when you have such a huge map, you have to have multiple points of view. In this kind of plot, it's all the more interesting; because some characters sometimes find themselves with information of the utmost importance to other characters. And you see them struggling to try to give the others an update. That's incredible!
Leigh's writing is as incredible as ever. She is really a model for me, and she is my favourite author of all time! I, of course, really recommend this book. Leigh did an excellent job, and I'm so proud of her. I can't wait to read more of her books!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Death, Grief, Murder, Racism, Suicide, Violence, and War