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(5) Tree Line
Leviathan gives us a lot to take in: new vocabulary, a world that's similar to—but definitely different—from our own, plus loads of action and dialogue. General knowledge of the causes of World War I might enhance your reading of the book, but it's not necessary for you to enjoy it. The plot moves fast, and there's a lot of information to keep track of, but again, the plot moves fast, so there's something new on every page. The things that make the book challenging are the same things that make it super fun to read.