I personally happen to like most of N.K Jemisin's books since they are curveballs in this somewhat predictable fantasy world.
This one is no exception. Strong female protagonists, a magic system based on manipulation of plate tectonics and geothermal energy and a post apocalyptic world which is continually subject to extinction-level disasters makes for an interesting read. The lore is also quite well done, and manages to not be too far-fetched.
The characters are quite unique and there are some gay and trans characters as well, but it is very subtly put across unlike RKM where it's practically shoved in your face.
On the cons side, I found this novel to be a little too heavy with the f-words and it's somehow jars the narrative.
Also this book is not a bundle of laughs. It's a post-apocalyptic tale in a post-apocalyptic world and is quite grim.
On the whole, a more or less excellent effort, with plenty left open for future books( I think it will be a series )
8/10
This one is no exception. Strong female protagonists, a magic system based on manipulation of plate tectonics and geothermal energy and a post apocalyptic world which is continually subject to extinction-level disasters makes for an interesting read. The lore is also quite well done, and manages to not be too far-fetched.
The characters are quite unique and there are some gay and trans characters as well, but it is very subtly put across unlike RKM where it's practically shoved in your face.
On the cons side, I found this novel to be a little too heavy with the f-words and it's somehow jars the narrative.
Also this book is not a bundle of laughs. It's a post-apocalyptic tale in a post-apocalyptic world and is quite grim.
On the whole, a more or less excellent effort, with plenty left open for future books( I think it will be a series )
8/10