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Heavenly Tyrant by Xiran Jay Zhao
7.5/10 ⭐
19 January 2025 to 26 January 2025 (Took 8 days)
I enjoyed Iron Widow for how fresh and raw it felt as a narrative, though the first book was paced at breakneck speed.
It feels like this book is a response to that first one in so many ways. I enjoyed the slower political machinations and plot twists in this one. I liked all the new characters that are introduced and the increased scope of the world-building. Thoroughly enjoyed this one, and I’ll be eagerly awaiting the next book!