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A review by zoeelizabethk
Seasons of Albadone by Élan Marché, Christopher Warman
dark
mysterious
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Seasons of Albadone was not at all what I was expecting but I really ended up liking it. This is a series of interconnected short stories themed around seasons in this world. Despite the constraints of short stories and collections, Marche and Warman did a good job with making the world feel vibrant and got the right amount of worldbuilding in to support the story they were telling. I would have enjoyed more worldbuilding, but the space constraints just make that impossible. I also enjoyed the prose and enjoyed the folklore elements woven into it. It didn't have quite enough impact or emotional connection for me for it to become a favorite, but I'll definitely be continuing on with the related collection soon.
I listened to the audio narrated by Elan marche and Michael Highman, who did an excellent job!
I listened to the audio narrated by Elan marche and Michael Highman, who did an excellent job!