Rating: 4/5
This book is amazingly creative. A lot of it comes through in the art, which is fantastic. The story is set within a kingdom that consists of a giant spire with each level associated with a different class and/or culture. It is both a melting pot and a hierarchy and the story takes elements from each. There is animosity between the humans and non-humans living within the city. When the king dies, the succession and oath of fealty from the outlying kingdoms threaten to topple the tower.
Spurrier and Stokely created a lovely world. We follow a non-human detective through a series of grisly murders within the city. Sha is an antihero, which works great within this setting. She acts as a bit of a guide for the reader because she is able to travel freely through the city. Some of her key characteristics, such as a forgotten past, can seem overused. The creators do a deft job of making her seem fresh and interesting though.
The non-humans look awesome. They are unique and interesting. Each one seems like more than just a stand-in for a human character, with their specific abilities tied to who they are and what they contribute to the story. I enjoyed this book from start to finish, though it does take some time to get rolling.
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