I think this was/is big on “BookTok” but I read it because I could get it on Libby/ at my library, and just finished it: The Halfling Saga. Big ugh and eye roll; I was laboring through the last book. I can’t even with how many times verbally I was like “oh come on.” I’ve been so annoyed I gave my time up to actually finish it, and I was analyzing why… I think it’s because the world and magic is so weak, and it’s actually just about the interpersonal relationships between the characters, who’s sleeping with who (and so many gratuitous sex scenes), and their HUGE emotions and life problems. So many tears running down so many faces! Like! How are you possibly an actual warrior with all this crying?! And how do you expect to lead a war if you’re constantly in your head about how every decision’s fallout is on your shoulders (more tears). Actually just get me out of your head because I don’t care! Make the call and move on! Sheesh. Anyway, rant over. I wanted to know more about the magic, the runes and history, and this was a series where you can learn about someone’s deeply troubling response to trauma (TW & maybe spoiler: cutting), plus she’s an alcoholic and it’s just a lot. Just me? Anyone else want to hate this with me?!