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The Dark Tower: Song of Susannah (2004)

Before reading: The penultimate book. This is not a drill. Pretty sure I know where this one is going based off how the last one ended but I guess there's only one way to find out. Luckily, this is one of the shorter books so it shouldn't take me too long to get through it. I know this one tends to show up on the bottom of DT ranking lists but I, as always, am going in with an open mind and ready for a good time. Let's go!

After reading: Ugh. So good. Honestly I was a little wary toward the beginning. This is quite a short book, the gang was split up, and as I said, this one isn't usually amongst people's favorites. I understood that and got those vibes for a while but...once it picked up. This book was so much fun. Part of me is curious if people don't love this one because it is heavy on Susannah. I hope that's not the case but I wouldn't be surprised. I, however, found myself really enjoying this one. 

I really found this to be the perfect little in-between book. We have been character building, world building, getting everyone together, going into battle...all leading up to the end. This really took everything we already had and tied it all up in a nice little bow to hand over to the final leg of the journey. It felt very much like the season finale before the final season. A lot happened but at the same time we didn't go too far. Everything will get fleshed out in the end. I'm equal parts excited and terrified for the end so this was a nice appetizer. 

In a way this book was safe and we mostly got out unscathed. I know we aren't going to stay that way for long so I'm going to appreciate it while I can. 

We also learn so much in this book! It's a lot of fun. I really enjoyed how everything started to come together and connections were made so obvious and straightforward. As someone who is a fan of multiverses and all that comes with it, this book caters so much to that. Also, being a constant reader this book is also up that alley. I just loved everything about it. Maybe it isn't as action-packed or "gunslinger-y" as the others but honestly, that is fine by me. 

Alright. Here I go, to the clearing at the end of the path. The Dark Tower is next. 





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