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emtebbe's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
sunlightandstories's review against another edition
4.0
I am always exited when I find a standalone fantasy novel there is something so satisfying about a well done standalone novel. I am very impressed and satisfied by this strong debut. The writing is lovely I was enticed by every page, somehow Adrianne even made doing chores interesting to read about. There wasn't as much fighting as I expected from a book about rival viking clans. But I'm not complaining because I think there's enough and each battle epic, besides the story is really about the relationships.
Each relationship was beautiful, even though the book is only a little over 300 pages, the relationships all developed naturally and slowly. I really liked the main character Eelyn she's tough and compassionate. Throughout the book she questions everything she believes in and the journey she goes on is heart wrenching. I sympathized greatly with her and there was quite a lot of unexpected emotional moments.
I strongly suggest going into this knowing as little as possible. I had forgotten most of the synopsis before starting it and I'm glad I feel like knowing nothing added to my enjoyment. That's why I haven't included a synopsis, all you really need to know is that this is a standalone viking YA novel. In a nutshell it's about fighting for what's right, letting go off prejudice and finding love in unexpected places.
I was given this title from the publisher through Netgally in exchange for a review.
Each relationship was beautiful, even though the book is only a little over 300 pages, the relationships all developed naturally and slowly. I really liked the main character Eelyn she's tough and compassionate. Throughout the book she questions everything she believes in and the journey she goes on is heart wrenching. I sympathized greatly with her and there was quite a lot of unexpected emotional moments.
I strongly suggest going into this knowing as little as possible. I had forgotten most of the synopsis before starting it and I'm glad I feel like knowing nothing added to my enjoyment. That's why I haven't included a synopsis, all you really need to know is that this is a standalone viking YA novel. In a nutshell it's about fighting for what's right, letting go off prejudice and finding love in unexpected places.
I was given this title from the publisher through Netgally in exchange for a review.
claire_blanchard's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
jazzyv's review against another edition
5.0
Most amazing story I've read in forever
I will read this book many times for the rest of my ideas. Beyond beautiful and life changing!!!! My heart is complete ❤
I will read this book many times for the rest of my ideas. Beyond beautiful and life changing!!!! My heart is complete ❤
bgotelaere's review against another edition
4.0
It was a little hard for me to get into at first but then I just sat down to read it and it was AMAZING! Ugh I loved it so much that I was up until 4am reading It! Pick this up!
amyschmelzer's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
Overall a good read. The majority of the story takes place in winter which is perfect for reading on the coldest day of the season.
However, it’s obvious that the author is neither a gardener nor a forager because she has no clue when certain crops are harvested. She has people harvesting yarrow flowers, garlic, and fennel when there’s snow falling and the ground is frozen. Yarrow blooms in the summer and turns a disgusting brown by the time the first frost hits. Garlic is harvested at the beginning of summer and then cured (ie dried) for winter use. Swallowtail caterpillars love the tops of fennel in the summer; any fennel remaining in the ground will turn to mush after a hard freeze.
Overall a good read. The majority of the story takes place in winter which is perfect for reading on the coldest day of the season.
However, it’s obvious that the author is neither a gardener nor a forager because she has no clue when certain crops are harvested. She has people harvesting yarrow flowers, garlic, and fennel when there’s snow falling and the ground is frozen. Yarrow blooms in the summer and turns a disgusting brown by the time the first frost hits. Garlic is harvested at the beginning of summer and then cured (ie dried) for winter use. Swallowtail caterpillars love the tops of fennel in the summer; any fennel remaining in the ground will turn to mush after a hard freeze.
cori_lynn's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book, the only thing I didn’t enjoy was the ending but only because it kind of felt rushed.
chezzreads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
emailloux5's review against another edition
5.0
AAALLLLL THE STARS!!!! It may be early in the year but I’m fairly confident this will be my favourite read of 2019! I often read series instead of stand alones but everyone had been raving about this masterpiece so I decided to finally go for it. WHY DIDN’T I READ IT SOONER!! This story had hooked from the first page as you’re are thrown into a Vikings/GoT style battle with an incredible female warrior at the centre of the story. Eelyn’s journey was one of my all-time favourites and I cant wait to read more from Adrienne Young.