A DARKER SHADE OF MAGIC BY V. E. SCHWAB
I didn’t care much for this. Kell was an OK if somewhat dull protagonist, but I found Delilah tediously annoying. Neither the magic system nor the various Londons were particularly interesting, and I found the plot a bit thin. It’s a fair enough fantasy novel, but I’d rather try a different Schwab novel than continue this particular series. ★★★☆☆
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TOOTH AND CLAW BY JO WALTON
A re-read of an old favourite, and I enjoyed it as much now as the first time. The writing is top-notch, the worldbuilding is delightful and so are the various characters. If you’re in need of a Victorian inspired romance featuring drawing-room politics and genteel manoeuvring you probably can’t do better than Tooth and Claw. Oh, and everyone is a Dragon. It’s pretty great! ★★★★☆
DOPPELGÄNGER: A TRIP INTO THE MIRROR WORLD BY NAOMI KLEIN
Not the book I was expecting but a stonking good read nonetheless. Klein is a clear, incisive and insightful writer, and gave me a lot to think about.
Though there is some levity, much of it is absolutely chilling as it takes an unflinching look at the state of the world. Klein is no doomsayer but… it’s not looking good folks.
Decidedly worth reading, and a book I’ll be ruminating on for a long time to come. ★★★★☆
