![]() ![]() ![]() This is definitely the kind of series for people who want a little fantasy but mostly history in their historical fantasy. Shenanigans ensue, of course, and eventually they find themselves stuck in Prussia while Napoleon and his forces beat the Prussian troops soundly at every turn. ![]() In this book, Laurence and Temeraire are preparing to return to England but must divert through Istanbul to pick up a couple of eggs the government has purchased from the Ottoman Empire. Throne of Jade relocates Laurence and Temeraire to China, where we learn a great deal about Temeraire’s origins and nature as a Celestial. Naomi Novik continues to deliver exciting new settings and adventures in each book. It is another good instalment in Temeraire and Laurence’s adventures, but it is not an impressive book by itself. Whatever the reason, this time around, I’m not ready to give Black Powder War four stars. ![]() Maybe I was just caught up in enthusiasm for dragons the first time I read this book. As with the previous book, Throne of Jade, I have reduced my rating for Black Powder War. It’s interesting to see how my opinions have changed since my first reading. I’m enjoying my re-read of the Temeraire series, as I work to get caught up to the most recent volumes. ![]()
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