@adr I know,
I know, adr. I'm an experienced reader and I know that some books leave a person wondering when or if they'll ever take off. However, I never give up on a book. I always finish them, just in case I miss something! lol. I generally read books by authors who've won awards so am seldom disappointed. The author of "A Map of Glass" hasn't yet earned that distinction from all that I have learned about her, although she's well known and highly regarded. I'll be sure to get back to you as to whether this book finally captured my attention. I'm also going to check on line to read up on this author, which I should have done before sounding off on her lack of award winning!
Later.....! Warm regards, Laurie