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A review by katreadswaytoomuch
A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I think this is one of the few books I’ve read that is written to address the reader. I’m not a huge fan of the style, but I do like how informal it it; it really helps you form a relationship with the main character.
Now, I thought this was going to be historical fantasy, but it’s actually urban fantasy. It’s a good setting choice imo because it opens the narrator up to modern vernacular.
Overall, it felt a little clunky in places, but I really liked the premise. After finishing it and seeing that there’s a second book lined up, it’s pretty clear that this one is meant to be heavy exposition to set up the next one. I’m really excited for that to be released and build on the first hopefully with a little less explanation for everything.
Now, I thought this was going to be historical fantasy, but it’s actually urban fantasy. It’s a good setting choice imo because it opens the narrator up to modern vernacular.
Overall, it felt a little clunky in places, but I really liked the premise. After finishing it and seeing that there’s a second book lined up, it’s pretty clear that this one is meant to be heavy exposition to set up the next one. I’m really excited for that to be released and build on the first hopefully with a little less explanation for everything.
Content Warnings
Minor: Blood, Death, Murder, Suicide, and Violence