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gr1505's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
ajardine12's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
literarycath's review against another edition
5.0
Wow. This is the first book of the trilogy that I have read, and I am amazed. I've always loved historical fiction. Not only does this novella have that, but Rutkoski also integrated a tale of the goatherd and the snow god. The heart-breaking, bittersweet tale of star-crossed lovers. What more can a girl ask for?
I do wish the novella was longer. I wanted to read in more vivid details the beautiful tale. I heard that this will play a part in Book 2 and Book 3, so I certainly can't wait for that.
I just DNF-ed the Captive series by Erica Stevens because of the insipid, spineless heroine and the monotonous vampire that only exists because of his looks alone, so I have high hopes for this trilogy. I need a good series to cleanse my soul.
On to the first book now. See you on the other side.
I do wish the novella was longer. I wanted to read in more vivid details the beautiful tale. I heard that this will play a part in Book 2 and Book 3, so I certainly can't wait for that.
I just DNF-ed the Captive series by Erica Stevens because of the insipid, spineless heroine and the monotonous vampire that only exists because of his looks alone, so I have high hopes for this trilogy. I need a good series to cleanse my soul.
On to the first book now. See you on the other side.
saraxuherondale's review
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
A very nice addition to Arin's story, a great snack for me.
emiann2023's review against another edition
5.0
I wish we saw more of Arin's family. This was such a haunting taste.
lizzy_22's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful and heartbreaking, the ending made me sniffle as only a mother can.
lucy_qhuay's review against another edition
3.0
This was such a bittersweet short story.
It was nice to see Arin as a more delicate and vulnerable person. But sad as well, because it really shows how life can harden even the ones with a pure heart.
Plus, the tale of the goatherd and the god of snow was sad as well. Nothing comes for free and gods are tricky. *sigh*
Recommended to the fans of The Winner's Curse or those who want to read the book.