Reynard the Fox

I would have probably given this 2 stars based on my enjoyment and for the “story” (or lack there of) but given that the story is a translation and re-telling I suppose that wasn't really up to this author. As for the other elements, it was just not my thing at all. I found it much too long for what it was, with a lot of the page count taken up by repetitive character beats and near-identical scenes, the characters weren't compelling or three-dimensional, and overall it was just a very dense, underwhelming reading experience.

I will give props where they are due though: the use of language and world-building was effective, and the blending of real history and fake history was interesting. Also liked the plentiful and specific food descriptions.