So many twists and turns. A super gripping read. Laurence showing his principles with the slave trade playing a big part in the story this time. And of course the way he and Temeraire tried to make amends for the cowardly actions of the British government at the very end… But I think the part I was most impressed by was his sudden realisation that Jane was taking on the full burden of contraception and his shame at his inaction/obliviousness.
Iskierka living up to my expectations. What a fun feisty girl she is 🤣 It’s kinda funny how she has more sway over the ferals than Temeraire haha. Sad that Granby (and Iskierka) didn’t have much page time this book, but Ferris is a great replacement for Granby and I also liked the new dragon doctor. Also, I barely remember Chenery from the previous books, but he’s a fun guy too. And Harcourt has grown up a lot, I vaguely remember her being a fairly timid girl and now she really is the leader of their formation.
Also sad to see Thurkay leave, but I’m sure we’ll be seeing him again. And I was intrigued by Laurence enlisting the two African boys they accidentally left the Cape with, I was looking forward to seeing him gain their trust and help them build up a reputation (hopefully) amongst the British, but now I’m not so sure… I was also starting to wonder how Laurence would deal with the lawsuit against him by the slave traders but I guess that’s not even an issue anymore??? 😅
Lien was kind of entertaining this time. The juxtaposition of Lien and Temeraire really makes him seem a child haha. She has all the finesse required for politics and such an elegant manner of speech.
I kind of spoiled myself on the outcome of the next book because I accidentally read the first sentence of the blurb of the next next book, but I have no idea on the events that will unfurl so I’m still excited to continue reading the series. I just have to start exiting the book once I’ve finished it so I don’t accidentally see previews for future books…
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