The Fifth Season

If I had to summarize my experience with this book, it would be: Came for the polyamory, stayed for the worldbuilding and the characters. I really only prioritized this because I knew there was polyamory rep, and because I knew it was such a beloved series. The world-building is heavy and I found myself taking copious notes for the first half or so just to help piece everything together. Once I settled into the story, though, the plot and the characters swept me away.

I waited too long to finish this review, so my thoughts aren't fresh any more, but this was devastatingly good and I'm excited to continue the series but afraid of what Jemisin has in store for me.