I thoroughly enjoyed reading Four Dead Queens by Astrid Scholte! It promised me a "fast-paced murder mystery" on the back blurb and I feel like it really delivered.
The book is set in the nation of Quadara which is divided into four quadrants and ruled by four queens. The queens rule "together, yet apart" and work to preserve the culture of their individual quadrants. It's interesting how different the quadrants are and the contrast in important values and levels of technology between them.
The story is told from its main character Keralie's first person perspective interspersed with third person perspectives for each queen (Iris, Corra, Stessa and Marguerite). Keralie, a professional thief (or "dipper"), is an interesting character and I enjoyed learning more about her and her bigger role in the murder plot.
Honestly, this book kept me on my toes far more than I was really expecting. It kept me guessing with all its twists and turns right up to the end, and kept my nose glued to the page!
The book is set in the nation of Quadara which is divided into four quadrants and ruled by four queens. The queens rule "together, yet apart" and work to preserve the culture of their individual quadrants. It's interesting how different the quadrants are and the contrast in important values and levels of technology between them.
The story is told from its main character Keralie's first person perspective interspersed with third person perspectives for each queen (Iris, Corra, Stessa and Marguerite). Keralie, a professional thief (or "dipper"), is an interesting character and I enjoyed learning more about her and her bigger role in the murder plot.
Honestly, this book kept me on my toes far more than I was really expecting. It kept me guessing with all its twists and turns right up to the end, and kept my nose glued to the page!