castalia 's review for:

A Lesson in Thorns by Sierra Simone

5.0

dark emotional mysterious slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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 This was not at all what I expected but to be fair I am not even sure what I expected other than for it to be amazing, which IT IS. 

 

It was so beautifully strange and dark and filled with otherworldly magic and mystery but also sweet and endearing and sensual all at once. I think that Sierra is magic herself because these stories she weaves are nothing short of brilliant. 

 

12 summer’s ago the parents of 6 children came together at Thornchapel and something happened. The children dream about it vividly and the parents refuse to speak about it. However, this summer the children find themselves once again at Thornchapel surrounded by secrets of the past. 

 

The writing is beautiful and poetic. It invites you to become immersed in the story where even historic English country side manors are like characters themselves. Where ancient Celtic rituals were once observed and still call to those on the grounds. It’s a world filled with angst, wanting, and mystery. 

 

It was a fantastic read and I am so excited for book 2. If you enjoy mysterious intricate plots with some kink and polyamory - then I absolutely recommend this book.