Bitterthorn by Kat Dunn

Bitterthorn

Kat Dunn

353 pages first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ romance young adult dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

Description

Blumwald is a town overshadowed by an ancient curse: in a sinister castle in the depths of the wild wood lives a monstrous Witch. Once a generation, she comes to claim a companion to return with her – never to be seen again. Now that time is drawi...

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Community Reviews Summary of 22 reviews

Moods

emotional 92%
dark 78%
mysterious 64%
sad 42%
adventurous 35%
tense 35%
hopeful 21%
reflective 21%
challenging 14%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 38%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 9% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 45% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

4.23

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