aggielexi's review against another edition
3.0
Didn't necessarily keep me on my toes but it was still enjoyable. I also like that is was a stand alone book.
We go through the story from Ivan and Mayra's point of view. Ivan was a great character. I love how he was a mixture of straight forward almost childish naivety and cunning.
Mayra, well eh I don't have any strong feelings for her.
We go through the story from Ivan and Mayra's point of view. Ivan was a great character. I love how he was a mixture of straight forward almost childish naivety and cunning.
Mayra, well eh I don't have any strong feelings for her.
fae_emma's review against another edition
5.0
(I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.)
I am a sucker for mythology and fairytale stories, and "Mistress of the Solstice" was just what I had been needing. This book was a refreshing break from the YA fantasy stories I have become used to. From its language to the intricately built world and characters with real dimension, you can feel the great care that went into writing this story. It is relatively short book, but it is a beautifully crafted dark, and magical tale. The characters are interesting and their development is gripping. The story feels alive with the magic inside.
I am a sucker for mythology and fairytale stories, and "Mistress of the Solstice" was just what I had been needing. This book was a refreshing break from the YA fantasy stories I have become used to. From its language to the intricately built world and characters with real dimension, you can feel the great care that went into writing this story. It is relatively short book, but it is a beautifully crafted dark, and magical tale. The characters are interesting and their development is gripping. The story feels alive with the magic inside.
thorfrost's review
4.0
Very good story, it's almost fairytale like with it's various magical creatures, potions and enchantments as well as the quests, brave/cunning warriors and an evil character dominating everyone.
A quick, easy read, it's very easy to get drawn into the story. The book is written from two characters perspectives, Marya the 'Mistress of the Solstice' whose job it is to pick the virginal girl to be sacrificed and Ivan, the dashing prince who wants to prove his worth to his father and captured Marya's heart. The scenery is detailed well, the atmosphere and surroundings of the story are written in loving detail. Perfect book to curl up infront of an open fire and read on a quiet afternoon.
A quick, easy read, it's very easy to get drawn into the story. The book is written from two characters perspectives, Marya the 'Mistress of the Solstice' whose job it is to pick the virginal girl to be sacrificed and Ivan, the dashing prince who wants to prove his worth to his father and captured Marya's heart. The scenery is detailed well, the atmosphere and surroundings of the story are written in loving detail. Perfect book to curl up infront of an open fire and read on a quiet afternoon.
marcella's review
3.0
A fun daydream of a book by a local author. A while ago I was looking for a book of Russian fairy tales and this wraps them all right up in one story. Big fan of the 90s-looking cover, too.
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