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Although parts of this book dragged a bit, I'm still completely committed to this series. Samantha Shannon has talked about this in interviews, but each of her books has a different structure; it's not just the same plot with different pieces. While I think this concept is cool, it does result in me not liking some books as much as the others. I LOVED the two settings of The Bone Season and The Mime Order, but the setting in this book was a little less solid, and consequently, I was less gripped by the narrative.
My feelings about the romance also changed. I used to be excited for scenes between Warden and Paige in The Bone Season, but I found myself less interested in their interactions in both The Mime Order and The Song Rising. Their romance began to feel predictable and a little flat, because the reader can easily see both of their inner feelings for one another. I like to be kept guessing.
The writing was still great - solid and immersive. And Jaxon remains my favorite character, despite his villainous ways. I just find him so interesting, and I sense a lot of depth in his character. I love characters who no one seems able to touch or fully understand. His wall of charisma fascinates me.
Overall, a solid installment, but probably my least favorite of the books so far.
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- 14 December, 2016: Reviewed