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After the last, I kinda expected a continuation of the hints of magic invading technology drawn from our world into theirs, but I was NOT expecting a full-on witch novel that not only gives nods to Pratchett, with a direct reference to Weatherwax, but a full-on novel doing the crankiness and utter individuality of each memorable member of a coven coming to seek sanctuary with the quirky blind emperor.

Hell, they don't even get to meet the emperor for most of the book, instead aiding and hindering and causing varied ruckuses across River Hill while a certain wind runner tags along, trying to learn everything she can.

It was an utter delight to read. And the general/witch, having it all out with the greatest witch of them all? It was everything you'd want in a spat between a mother and a daughter, but deeper. Even the truly evil can love their daughters. So, yeah, THIS one hit really hard.

Especially the full climax to this tale. It hit HARD. Every step of the way, we hope. We see signs. The story was so gripping. And then it... ripped my heart out.

Just wow. It's going to live rent-free in my head for quite some time. And while I've got you here listening to me, I should mention--this series is GREAT!

Damn.


My synesthesia smells smoke on the wind and a hot breeze at my back. Run... run... run...

Personal note:
If anyone reading my reviews might be interested in reading my own SF, I'm going to be open to requests. Just direct message me in goodreads or email me on my site. I'd love to get some eyes on my novels.

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