puddlejumper's reviews
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A political drama set during the Sui dynasty with a slow burn romance featuring espionage, hate flirting, and political machinations.

It is slow to start and there is a lot of information which can be difficult. I read up a bit because I was getting lost with what kingdom was where and why they didn't like or did like the Sui dynasty (this helped a lot).

Romance is not a big element. The focus was on solving a murder, the interplay between the different bureaus and then the political machinations. 

I really liked the two main characters. They were both assholes and I'm glad they found each other so no one else is subjected to them.

I love time travel fix it fics. This series has a lot of the tropes I enjoy, plus the idea of being transported into a series and having a chance to fix the plot holes and learn more about side characters 

It's got a good blend of humour and plot. I like the trope subversion and calling out common tropes in wuxia fiction

This really worked for me but I do like crack fics and unhinged stuff

This is an accessible book that shares other experiences with ADHD, not just the authors. Each section also has information from two professionals. These aren't just ADHD professionals which I find really interesting. 

One thing I really liked was the encouragement to outsource mental load. Nearly every section had recommendations for apps or services to use to help. I've always had a bit of shame around needing that help so it was nice to have that encouragement and recognition that having help is fine.

It also included discussions on economic barriers which I appreciated. A lot of books gloss over the fact that people might not be able to afford medication or therapy or a gym membership. 

I would recommend that everyone reads the section on hormones. It really highlights the lack of knowledge and research into this area. 

This is my first book in this series. There was some stuff I think I missed that can't up on earlier books but not enough to affect my understanding of what was going on. 

I thought the premise was interesting but was a little let down by the execution. It was almost too much for such a short book. 

It was quick and easy with a fluffy winter feeling. Would definitely recommend as a winter/holiday cosy that isn't too serious.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC