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winemakerssister's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
The Harwood/Angland world is an interesting combination of Regency and fantasy/magic. This is a matriarchy where the women are the politicians, and the more emotional men are mages. Race and sexuality are not an issue, but it's unheard of to break through the male/female role stereotypes.
The Audiobook came bundled with a short novella that started the world-building and introduced the Harwoods, including Cassandra, the heroine of this book.
I clicked 'Christmas' but this is actually about the winter solstice.
Cover: Gorgeous
Narrator: Nicely done
Hogwarts Sorting Hat: This is a bit puzzling but I think Cassandra might be a Slytherin and her fiancee a Ravenclaw?
Themes: fantasy, magic, winter solstice, elves, gender roles, Regency, family
The Harwood/Angland world is an interesting combination of Regency and fantasy/magic. This is a matriarchy where the women are the politicians, and the more emotional men are mages. Race and sexuality are not an issue, but it's unheard of to break through the male/female role stereotypes.
The Audiobook came bundled with a short novella that started the world-building and introduced the Harwoods, including Cassandra, the heroine of this book.
I clicked 'Christmas' but this is actually about the winter solstice.
Cover: Gorgeous
Narrator: Nicely done
Hogwarts Sorting Hat: This is a bit puzzling but I think Cassandra might be a Slytherin and her fiancee a Ravenclaw?
Themes: fantasy, magic, winter solstice, elves, gender roles, Regency, family
seatosky's review against another edition
4.0
Snowspelled was fun, sweet, and exactly what I needed when I read it. It had rather predictable beats, but didn't suffer for it, and I'll continue the series the next time I need something that meets my own needs for 'cozy' reading.
theplantsalivesed's review
3.0
If you want a short, relaxing, fluffy read--that also hits surprisingly close to home on perfectionism, self-worth, and how to deal with your life plans falling through traumatically--check this out! I enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to the sequel which has quite the tantalizing set-up.
chanelchapters's review
4.0
3.5
Regency fantasy where traditional gender roles are reversed.
This was fine; everything was rather mild. The plot and danger - mild. The romance, also mild.
I’d probably classify it as cosy fantasy.
Regency fantasy where traditional gender roles are reversed.
This was fine; everything was rather mild. The plot and danger - mild. The romance, also mild.
I’d probably classify it as cosy fantasy.
bel017's review against another edition
lighthearted
Super cosy. Just the thing for a miserable winter afternoon.
sylvatica's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
the_perpendicular_pronoun's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-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? Yes
5.0
m560's review against another edition
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This cozy fantasy setting is the background to our MC working through her grief of losing a part of herself. The author does a great job at honing in on the politics of this world while showcasing a wonderful variety of characters. The Regency era feels like a refreshing choice for a fantasy story.
The only gripe I have with this novella is that the writing felt a tad repetitive at times with certain words or phrases, but overall the prose is satisfactory. The characters are very loveable, which makes me feel excited about reading more books in this series. A solid, quick and easy read.
The only gripe I have with this novella is that the writing felt a tad repetitive at times with certain words or phrases, but overall the prose is satisfactory. The characters are very loveable, which makes me feel excited about reading more books in this series. A solid, quick and easy read.
thestarlesscasea's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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? Yes
4.25
purplebookfox's review against another edition
3.0
3.7 stars
This was a short read with a strong message. Don’t let pride blind you. Cassandra had to learn the hard way that pride alone will not bring happiness or success. She had to learn to accept her new status in life and her part in making it. Learn to trust those who love her and find a new path together instead of lingering in the should haves.
This was a short read with a strong message. Don’t let pride blind you. Cassandra had to learn the hard way that pride alone will not bring happiness or success. She had to learn to accept her new status in life and her part in making it. Learn to trust those who love her and find a new path together instead of lingering in the should haves.