4 stars This book is suspenseful and fun: part adventure, part thriller, and part a collection of stable but messy relationships. The plot carried me through the pages, but the relatable characters kept me engaged. The world building is fresh…

4 stars This book makes you think about the tradeoffs of striving for peace, of “slaying dragons.” The plot is deceptively meandering. Be prepared for both pleasantness and gut wrenching. The main idea was unusual, well considered, and expertly executed.…