Magic vs Religion History vs Myth The Tower of the Tyrant is definitely epic — huge world, deep themes, and tons of complex characters that could very well fill a whole series instead of a standalone. You can tell J.T. Greathouse put a lot of care into the world-building and the way magic, history, and belief all intertwine. Fola was easily my favorite part of the book — she’s such a strong, layered character, and I loved her compassion and the way she interacts with the rest of the group. I especially loved the the found family elements. It gave the story an emotional blanket amidst all the dark themes. That said, I never quite fell into the story. The pacing felt a bit slow in places, and with so many POVs, it took me a while to feel connected. I appreciated what the book was doing, but I didn’t feel as absorbed as I hoped. Still, if you like big, thoughtful fantasy stories with complex characters and a touch of found family, it’s worth checking out. 4/5 stars Thank you @netgalley and @orionbooks for the eARC! #TowerOfTheTyrant #Netgalley #Bookstagram