Mark Lawrence: Book That Wouldn't Burn (2023, HarperCollins Publishers)
English language
Published March 25, 2023 by HarperCollins Publishers.
I loved this!! I really enjoyed reading this book, it kept me engaged the whole time. I thought it had excellent political/social dynamics and its twists and turns never failed to surprise me. The only part I didn’t like is that much of the book’s climax and game changing plot points happen in the last 200 pages. I will definitely read the next book in this series. I can’t stop thinking about this book!
Auf YouTube hochgelobt, hat mich "The Book That Wouldn't Burn" auch thematisch direkt abgeholt. Lawrence erzählt eine vielschichtige Geschichte vor dem Hintergrund einer äußerst spannenden Welt. Mehrere Twists lassen sie Geschehnisse immer wieder in neuem Licht erscheinen. Sie könnten teilweise aber etwas expliziter gemacht werden.
I really enjoyed the story of Livira and Evar, and I especially loved learning more and more about the mysterious library. I found their romance to be emotional and relatable, especially for a straight couple. Unfortunately I feel like the ending didn't quite conclude as much as it just stopped, but I presume it will be picked up again in the next book, for which I await with bated breath. The fact that this book relies heavily on time travel and that I actually LIKED it should be a huge testament to it's strength.
