Review:

Black Powder War By Naomi Novik

overall review score: 4.5
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Black Powder War is the third book in Naomi Novik's Temeraire series, following the adventures of Captain William Laurence and his dragon, Temeraire, during an alternate history version of the Napoleonic Wars.

Key Features

  • Historical fantasy
  • Dragons
  • Military conflict
  • Adventure

Pros

  • Engaging storyline blending history and fantasy
  • Well-developed characters
  • Exciting aerial battles

Cons

  • Pacing can be slow at times
  • Some readers may find the alternate history setting difficult to follow

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