Book Log 47/2017 Gavin Smith: The Bastard Legion #1 (Was The Hangman's Daughter)

[jacey]

I read this as an e-book with its original title, The Hangman's Daughter.

I tried, oh how I tried to read this book. It seemed to tick all my boxes when I read the blurb, but I kept having to take a 'rest' from it. I stopped after the first chapter, then thought I'd been a little hasty and forced myself to read on, but now I'm 28% into it and not enjoying spending time with sociopathic Miska. (I'm not generally against sociopathic characters in principle, but Miska was maybe too cold and self-serving.)

I keep feeling that something is about to unfold, but if it hasn't unfolded yet then ... sorry, I'm done. The writing flows smoothly and the worldbuilding is good, but I'm reminded that not all books are for all people and this one is simply not for me. Don't let me put you off reading it. There are loads of four and five star reviews on Goodreads, so it's obviously well liked by others. It would be unfair of me to give it a star rating.

Comments

[cmcmck]

'The hangman's beautiful daughter'

Ah, memories! :o)

[watervole]

I'd say always give a star rating. Ratings are personal and your personal feeling is as valid as anyone elses - though it's always best to back up that rating saying why you don't like it. From what you've said, I don't think I'd like it either.