Fated

I really wanted to like this book more. I've seen it on quite a few of those recommended lists and was excited to finally get a copy of the first one. Unfortunately, it just didn't feel unique enough to me. If you've read The Iron Druid Chronicles and The Dresden Files this feels somewhat similar. (To be clear, I don't think Alex Verus is a rip off. I think his powers are interesting and I liked his sidekick.) There was some decent world building I love Arachne, and her relationship with Alex. I felt pulled into her scenes. It just...didn't grab me? If I had a friend who was fan, I would probably keep reading so we could discuss them. As it is, this world doesn't stand out to me enough to keep going.