On second listen - I don't think I praised this book enough on the first listen. It's really cool and unique and I enjoyed it a lot.
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It was interesting because I felt like I haven't heard this type of book before. My main issue was the transitions or maybe their lack. Several times I felt confused as to what was happening now and how did we come here.

By "this type" I mean completely fantastical (as in empires and secret societies and nobles and the protagonist being op) and down to earth (as in accountancy and invaders bringing advancements in some regards as well as oppression).

If I felt less confused listening to this book it would have been great.