A review by grace_ezri
Thornyhold by Mary Stewart

5.0

This book is not for everyone but I really enjoyed it! The best part of the book was the writing style. The way she described nature and settings was beautiful and it transported you to the Thornyhold. The reason to read this book is for the feeling it gives. It's mysterious and magical yet still leaves you with a happy warm feeling when you finish it. I appreciate the way real magic is portrayed. It's described as a more instinctual and based upon feeling. I also liked how it was more of a choice and it's something you can decide how much you want it in your life. It was a real refreshing take on magic and more closely follows my own beliefs of magic(because of course I believe in magic). I really liked the main character she felt like she would be a good friend. Her character arc was very believable and relatable and one many of us has undergone throughout our life. BUT, you have to love reading, be appreciative of flowery writing styles, and patient to read this book. There is no heavy plot. It is more about discovery and being transported to a specific setting. If you need a big plot with drama or action or really anything big happening don't read this. Romance is present but it's not a focus or even focused on. It just happens in her life. But I and probably many out there can go into a book reading it for the feeling it gives us and need nothing more. I will definitely re read this book in a few years and can't wait to get transported back to Thornyhold.