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A review by neuroqueer
Sanctuary by Ilona Andrews
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Overall: B-
I liked Sanctuary but can admit that it is only a decent story. The few issues I had were:
1. The story relies heavily on Slavic mythos (with some references to other folklore and religions). I feel like reading would have been smoother if I had previously knowledge. The author includes a dictionary(?) at the end of the book to explain all the deities and creatures seen in the book. I feel mixed about this. There was probably a way to work in the mythology so it didn't feel like a lecture. However, that would probably turn the novella into a novel.
2. Apparently the main character Roman is from other Ilona Andrews series. This is the first Ilona Andrews book that I have read. Like the Slavic mythos, I'm wondering if I would have a better experience or appreciation for the character if I read other works with him in it first.
3. I like Roman regardless of my lack of previous Roman history (pun intended!). The reason for how he got to the position that he is in is shoved towards the end of the book and it feels forced.
Do I like it enough that I will read the next book? Maybe. But it wouldn't be high on my priority list. I liked Roman, the settings, and the plot. I think it is creative and promising. At some point I may try other Ilona Andrews works.
I liked Sanctuary but can admit that it is only a decent story. The few issues I had were:
1. The story relies heavily on Slavic mythos (with some references to other folklore and religions). I feel like reading would have been smoother if I had previously knowledge. The author includes a dictionary(?) at the end of the book to explain all the deities and creatures seen in the book. I feel mixed about this. There was probably a way to work in the mythology so it didn't feel like a lecture. However, that would probably turn the novella into a novel.
2. Apparently the main character Roman is from other Ilona Andrews series. This is the first Ilona Andrews book that I have read. Like the Slavic mythos, I'm wondering if I would have a better experience or appreciation for the character if I read other works with him in it first.
3. I like Roman regardless of my lack of previous Roman history (pun intended!). The reason for how he got to the position that he is in is shoved towards the end of the book and it feels forced.
Do I like it enough that I will read the next book? Maybe. But it wouldn't be high on my priority list. I liked Roman, the settings, and the plot. I think it is creative and promising. At some point I may try other Ilona Andrews works.