2.75
adventurous challenging slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Another book I wanted so much more from. 

Historical fantasy sounded great, but there was so much telling and not a whole lot of showing. I wanted more about the booksellers. I wanted more about the magical creatures. Instead, it just seemed to be a whole lot of traveling and planning.