I'm disappointed. This could have been 5 stars, but instead it's 2.5 (rounded down) entirely because of the rampant, unchallenged ableism.

The Bone Ships has so much potential. Pirates AND dragons? It's a dream come true for my twelve-year old self (and my present-day self too.) The worldbuilding is vivid and immersive. Unfortunately, the world RKB chose to create is a society where disabled people are second-class citizens. And while this worldview isn't endorsed, per se, it's barely questioned at all. The most frustrating part is it didn't have to be this way. It's not essential to the story. There are plenty of other ways to build a ruthless, unforgiving civilization.

While this story has many strengths, I can't recommend it. And as much as it pains me to have just one book from the trilogy on my shelf, I think I'll be leaving this series unfinished.