Ryan Skinner’s Reviews > The Strength of the Few > Status Update

Well, I've spent a bit more time in Obiteum, and the plot continues to thicken! This book is definitely more disjointed than The Will of the Many, but still well-written, and I suspect it'll all make sense in time. The Gleaners are super cool, unique enemies, and I feel bad for Djedef's fate. I also appreciate that we seem to be pulling back the veil a bit - seemingly, Ka, a Synchronous man seen as a God, must die.

Whew, ok, there's a lot to keep track of in this book! Three separate worlds, three completely unique scenarios tied together only by the main character. In one, we're to kill a God in a desolate wasteland. In another, we're captives of a seafaring people in a remote village, needing to escape before others arrive. Finally, we're home - with all sorts of political landscapes to navigate. I'm ready to tackle it all!

This is the third time I've attempted to listen to this Audiobook! Loved the first book in the series, my favorite book I read last year - but due to the nature of the twist, this one starts out all sorts of confusing! I don't have a firm handle on the world and threat itself - but Obiteum is a scary place, and I question where Vis's journey through it will lead. Same with Luceum (what's different?) and Res.