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A review by phoenix2
The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
'The Familiar' is a fantasy story taking place in Spain during the Golden Era.
Though I, academically, love that period, and the author did create the right atmosphere, transporting the reader to that time, I didn't really enjoy this book. I think my main problem was with the narration style, which deprived me of carrying for any of the characters. Also, the pace of the story was too fast, thus, it was hard to get into it and engage with the romance.
The finale of the book was interesting though.
Though I, academically, love that period, and the author did create the right atmosphere, transporting the reader to that time, I didn't really enjoy this book. I think my main problem was with the narration style, which deprived me of carrying for any of the characters. Also, the pace of the story was too fast, thus, it was hard to get into it and engage with the romance.
The finale of the book was interesting though.