abbielester 's review for:

Warrior of the Wild by Tricia Levenseller

3.0

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Tricia Levenseller's new fantasy is a stand-alone with roots in Viking culture. I liked it ok, but I just wanted something more. It felt a little too plot-driven and episodic for my tastes. Also, I was kind of hoping Rasmira would find a whole community living out in the wild. I wanted more of her mother's backstory and more about the whole "god" situation. No spoilers, but that was a key turning point of the book, and it's a bit of a throwaway. Also, be aware that one village has to supply a girl each year, and there is evidence of abuse in his lair--no details but it's pretty obvious. I can overlook a lot because I love a story with a strong female character, especially one who learns to balance strength and authority with personal relationships. Recommended for 8th grade and up.

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