A review by wordswithjustine
Kristin Lavransdatter, I: The Wreath by Sigrid Undset

4.0

This is a reread for me. A few years ago I listened to the entire trilogy on audio and gave it five stars. This time I read just The Wreath on paper. I still loved it. The only reason I am not giving it five stars is that Kristen really doesn't come into her own until later in the trilogy. This first part has its strengths and it's wonderful characters (Lavrans!), but I think it is best taken as a whole trilogy. 

The writing is amazing, the setting is impeccable, the characters feel like real people, and the plot is fascinating. I highly recommend the entire trilogy!