![]() I’ve been seeing this in many fantasy books, and it can break the suspension of disbelief. I’m quite intrigued how this society developed – they have holograms, but no running water or canalization!īut I have to say it really takes me out of the world when we are in a completely different universe, and names and places from our world creep in, without making any sense there. There are no “as you know” type dialogues or info-dumping. It’s all revealed naturally and bit by bit, by letting characters speak as they normally do. Magic mingling with science, and god-like creatures interacting with humans. Different societies (one partly modeled after Ancient Rome!), with their own cultures, languages, values, histories, and politics. Though I did have a couple of issues with the romance itself, in particular with how it started, the book is beautifully written and not easy to predict. This is a story of choices, paths not taken, and unlived lives, that will stay with you long after you reach the last page. ![]() Vivid world-building, intriguing characters, and a compelling m/m romance. ![]() It’s all been good, but I’ve been craving some nice fantasy, and here it is! ![]() Finally! I’ve been reading all Hugo finalist novellas in preparation for my vote, and so far it’s been horror, horror, horror, Lovecraft, some more horror. ![]()
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