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words_and_dreams's review
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
As always with this author the book was extremely atmospheric and immersive. You can tell that she really knows this time period. All the small details really add to the authenticity without overpowering the story.
Brunin Fitzwarin at 10years old is sent to live with Joscelin de Dinan to learn knightly ways. There he meets Hawise, his mentors youngest daughter and the two become firm friends. Their friendship changes and complicates as they get older, especially when their parents arrange a marriage between them.
The coming of age story contains lots of politics, battles and romance. All of the characters feel vivid and interesting. My only criticism was there was one too many rape scenes for a particular character. I get its showing what an awful choice she made etc etc but it felt a bit overkill.
Brunin Fitzwarin at 10years old is sent to live with Joscelin de Dinan to learn knightly ways. There he meets Hawise, his mentors youngest daughter and the two become firm friends. Their friendship changes and complicates as they get older, especially when their parents arrange a marriage between them.
The coming of age story contains lots of politics, battles and romance. All of the characters feel vivid and interesting. My only criticism was there was one too many rape scenes for a particular character. I get its showing what an awful choice she made etc etc but it felt a bit overkill.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape, Violence, Sexual assault, and Murder
Minor: Suicide and Blood
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