A review by thebeesknees79
After the Forest by Kell Woods

adventurous dark medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I received an eARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I genuinely enjoyed this story. I feel like Hansel & Gretel is an often overlooked story for retelling. But it’s always been one of my favorites. This story follow Greta (primarily and Hansel as a secondary character) after burning the witch. This story is lush, atmospheric and beautiful. I genuinely enjoyed this feminist spin on what happens after the end. Powerful witches. Curses. Dirty men who get what they deserve. Baked goods. It deals with guilt, misconceptions, and ever afters so deftly. This is truly a masterpiece in setting and atmosphere.