A review by drannieg
Cwen by Alice Albinia

challenging funny hopeful informative inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

I wasn't expecting to enjoy this, necessarily.  But it is brilliant. The tight use of language, the weaving of myth and truth and modern perspective - just outstanding.


(I mean, I did make a small squeak of outrage at the idea of potatoes about 1500 years too early but hey).