Book Review: The Scholast in the Low Waters Kingdom by Max Gladstone
Four Stars
“I don’t understand.” “Those are the first words of the wise.”
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“Lies are particularly suited to the situation. Like art.”
Well-drawn characters. Threads into other realms, clearly defined enough to make this story a pleasure.
“What’s the good of this friendship of yours if you don’t trust me?”
As a Matter of Fancy 