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A review by quirksoflife
The Story Collector by Iris Costello
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The Story Collector takes readers on a captivating journey through time, connecting the lives of three women with threads of mysticism and the tarot. As someone unfamiliar with the tarot myself, I was pleasantly intrigued by the sprinkles throughout and the familiarity that quickly came.
There's a subtle but compelling sense of connection across the different eras, and although the ending may not follow the traditional path to a happy ending, turning the final page still leaves readers with a profound sense of growth.
Each character has a distinct voice and perspective and despite the differences in time and circumstance, the reader is skilfully invited to step into the shoes of these women. This ability, to evoke empathy in foreign situations, makes the book distinctly 'human' feeling. A wonderful book with a beautiful story that I'm sure to pick up again.
Thank you to NetGalley for access in exchange for an honest review.
There's a subtle but compelling sense of connection across the different eras, and although the ending may not follow the traditional path to a happy ending, turning the final page still leaves readers with a profound sense of growth.
Each character has a distinct voice and perspective and despite the differences in time and circumstance, the reader is skilfully invited to step into the shoes of these women. This ability, to evoke empathy in foreign situations, makes the book distinctly 'human' feeling. A wonderful book with a beautiful story that I'm sure to pick up again.
Thank you to NetGalley for access in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual assault, Violence, Pregnancy, and War