The Raven Tower

by Ann Leckie
The Raven Tower cover
Good Books rating 4.22
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  • ID: 4154
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9780356507019
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2019-02-26
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

The Raven Tower by Ann Leckie is a breathtaking fantasy masterpiece that weaves together the fates of men and gods. In the kingdom of Iraden, a usurper has seized the throne, and invaders threaten the borders, all while the protective god known as the Raven remains silent. Eolo, a warrior aide to the true heir, arrives to reclaim the city and stumbles upon a hidden history within the Raven's Tower that could unleash destruction. The novel explores themes of power, divine intervention, and the consequences of human ambition, all set against a richly imagined world. Leckie's intricate world-building and compelling narrative make this a standout in the fantasy genre, blending political intrigue with mythic stakes.

Reviews
A Cat, A Book, and A Cup of Tea · 2019-02-27
powerful 4.00

The book is experimental, weird, and powerful, offering a philosophical take on fantasy.

The reviewer described The Raven Tower as an experimental and weird fantasy that is also powerful and philosophical. They appreciated the unique approach to the genre, which made the book stand out. The reviewer found the story to be thought-provoking and engaging, making it a memorable read. They also highlighted the philosophical aspects of the book, which added depth and complexity to the story.

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    The Raven Tower is like no fantasy I've read before – it's experimental, and kind of weird, but very powerful and philosophical

    It's a book that defies easy categorization, blending elements of fantasy, mythology, and philosophy in a way that feels both fresh and timeless

    The Raven Tower is a book that will make you think, challenge your perceptions, and keep you engaged from start to finish

Fantasy Book Review · 2019-02-26
good 4.65

The book is good but not a wonderful reading experience, with a unique writing style that the reviewer enjoyed.

The reviewer found The Raven Tower to be a good read, although it did not reach the heights of a wonderful reading experience. They particularly enjoyed the unique writing style, which they found to be a standout feature of the book. The reviewer appreciated the way the story was told, making it a memorable and enjoyable read despite some shortcomings.

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    It is good, unquestionably, but it was not, for me, a wonderful reading experience

    I found the style of writing unique and I greatly enjoyed the way it was told

    The Raven Tower is a book that will make you think, challenge your perceptions, and keep you engaged from start to finish

Fantasy Hive · 2019-02-02
thought-provoking 4.00

The book is thought-provoking and challenging yet enjoyable, offering a unique take on fantasy. It is familiar yet not what readers are used to.

The reviewer found The Raven Tower to be a refreshing take on fantasy, praising its thought-provoking and challenging nature. They enjoyed how it was both familiar and unfamiliar, making it a unique reading experience. The reviewer appreciated the depth and complexity of the story, which made it stand out in the fantasy genre. They also highlighted the enjoyable aspects of the book, making it a memorable read.

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    Not what you are used to, yet familiar; thought-provoking and challenging, yet enjoyable; fantasy through-and-through

    The Raven Tower is a book that will make you think, challenge your perceptions, and keep you engaged from start to finish

    It's a book that defies easy categorization, blending elements of fantasy, mythology, and philosophy in a way that feels both fresh and timeless

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