![]() ![]() ![]() HOWEVER, execution of a concept matters more than the concept itself 100% of the time. This is an ambitious concept, and I respect ambitious authors. HOWEVER, those soldiers have to deal with murderous regimental politics, racism, sexism and a sultan who uses tigers as his personal executioner.’ This book’s concept is: ‘British soldiers must go under cover as deserters in India, to get in contact with a spy in an enemy kingdom in the lead up to the colonization of that kingdom. Overall, I give the story’s Emotional Resonance: (A+) The author told a gripping story, while also bringing to life a little-known corner of history. The author did an excellent job in brining a colonial-era British military to life, in all it’s stinking glory. This is both a fun book to read, and intellectually stimulating. As you read this critique, be aware that my personal bias of enjoying books of this type will influence my review. I am very much so in this book’s target audience. This book is not fantasy, however it is certainly ‘Flintlock.’ ‘Sharpe’s Tiger’ takes place in Napoleonic-era India, meaning it contains muskets, rockets and discussions of colonialism. ![]() One of my favorite subtypes of fantasy books is the ‘Flintlock’ subgenre. To put this review/study in proper context, you must know my starting point. I found this book by watching this book revi ew here. NOTE: I listened to the audiobook, so I don’t know how to spell the names. I’m writing this review as an author critiquing another author’s book, in an attempt to improve my own writing. ![]()
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