A review by shewriteswithknives
Barrow of Winter by H.M. Long

5.0

I received an ARC of Barrow of Winter, but am only just not finishing it due to the fact I cannot read long texts on my phone because of my poor eyesight. (Now I have a kindle and that issue is long gone!)

I didn't think I could love Thray more than Hessa, but I think that I do. Like her aunt, Thray is a total badass. As with Long's previous work she has a cinematic way of writing that captures you from the very first page and keeps you enthralled for the entire journey. Thray was fascinating to me as she tried to navigate her way through trying to understand who she was. This is a story of family and how blood isn't always thicker than water, or ice, in this case. It is a story of battling for those you love and what you believe in. A story of found family. Out of all three novels, I think Barrow of Winter is my new favorite.

There is only a slight hint of romance in this book and it is packed full of action and suspense! It's one of the most captivating novels I've ever read. Long continues to surprise me and I'm looking forward to not only the final installment, but her future works.