A review by lmy612
The Barren Grounds, by David A. Robertson
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
An absolutely beautiful book about family, friendship, the damage of greed, the power of doing the right thing, the importance of trust, and more than a little magic.
The Barren Grounds is an indigenous story about a fantasy world very much like C. S. Lewis’ Narnia, but also completely different. Very well written and I couldn’t put it down. I cannot wait to start the second book in the series; The Great Bear.
The Barren Grounds is an indigenous story about a fantasy world very much like C. S. Lewis’ Narnia, but also completely different. Very well written and I couldn’t put it down. I cannot wait to start the second book in the series; The Great Bear.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Animal death, and Death
Moderate: Grief, Violence, Blood, and Injury/injury detail