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A review by elly29
Tehanu by Ursula K. Le Guin
adventurous
challenging
dark
reflective
slow-paced
3.0
This is definitely a turn away from her other books; it deals with the aftermath of power, and with those who never had power. And somehow, thematically it is the correct next step in the Earthsea Cycle.
A lot of the story seemed wrapped up in women's work and concerns. I think it's less relevant to today's audience, but nevertheless women's work will always be relevant in Earthsea at the setting of Tehanu. There were some really beautiful parts, such as with the fan in the weaver's hut, and everything to do with Kalessin, and how Tenar, Therru, and Ged make a family out of their brokkenness. It's kind of what I wanted ever since "Tombs of Atuan"?
Overall, this felt like a "stepping-stone" book, a way to get to what's next and important.
A lot of the story seemed wrapped up in women's work and concerns. I think it's less relevant to today's audience, but nevertheless women's work will always be relevant in Earthsea at the setting of Tehanu. There were some really beautiful parts, such as with the fan in the weaver's hut, and everything to do with Kalessin, and how Tenar, Therru, and Ged make a family out of their brokkenness. It's kind of what I wanted ever since "Tombs of Atuan"?
Overall, this felt like a "stepping-stone" book, a way to get to what's next and important.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Child abuse, Rape, Murder, and Sexual harassment