A review by onthesamepage
How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories by Holly Black

lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This would probably have hit a bit different if I'd read it soon after finishing the trilogy. I do think fans of Cardan will really like this. It's a collection of short stories from his perspective, but there's a connection between them so it reads as a cohesive whole. I did enjoy the stories and the writing, but the best part of this is definitely the gorgeous artwork. It's absolutely stunning, and really enhanced my enjoyment of the book. 

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