K C’s Reviews > The Devils > Status Update

The writing is starting to wear on me again as we speed towards the climax. I've come to enjoy the characters but the jokes really kill it for me. As my first Joe Abercrombie book, it does not fill me with confidence for his others. Some of his chapter cliffhangers or twists feel a little insulting in their simplicity and set up. Tropes are a thing for a reason but at least dress it up or don't repeat the same thing.

I agree with the criticisms that this book is very predictable and the humor is the worst of the MCU quip era, yet strangely, I've grown used to it. I think I powered through my distaste for the style to genuinely enjoying these characters. The humor is very one note and the plot hasn't been particular enthralling but I'm enjoying it. Odd.