It was a bit boring in between the first act twist (Penric and Desdemona meeting) and the third act conflict (Penric almost being murdered). Overall, I give the story’s Characterization a rating of: (A) Penric absorbed all the narrative attention, and he needed it. This was a novella, and Penric was the focus character and NEEDED TONS OF FOCUS, so I find this lacking to be acceptable. Her snarky attitude and neurotic voice was just a delight. Desdemona is the fusion of a dozen different souls, smashed together after many lifetimes. I liked the concept and execution of Desdemona. The dynamic of Penric having the peanut gallery of Desdemona constantly advising him was at moments hilarious. That said, he still comes off as being massively inexperienced and naive. I like how Penric is a surprisingly smart character despite being raised on a farm, able to go verbally toe-to-toe with much older and smarter characters. Here is my previous review: Penric’s Demon I decided to read this book in particular because I plan on writing a character like Penric/Desdemona in my next book, so I wanted to brush up on what’s possible.
I’ve read this novella twice (now three times), and it was pleasant each time.
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