50 pages 1 hour read

Leigh Bardugo

The Familiar

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2024

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Reviews & Readership

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Leigh Bardugo's The Familiar is celebrated for its compelling characters and intricate world-building, drawing readers into its richly imagined setting. Many praise its clever plot twists and emotional depth. However, some find the pacing uneven, with sluggish moments detracting from the story's flow. Overall, it's a strong addition to Bardugo's repertoire.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Familiar?

Fans of Leigh Bardugo's The Familiar will likely enjoy richly woven fantasies filled with complex characters and dark, immersive settings. Readers who appreciate the moral ambiguities and intricate world-building in Bardugo's Six of Crows series and Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses will find similar appeal here.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Fantasy
Historical Fiction
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Emotions/Behavior: Love