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This is a standalone fantasy novel which has won the Locus award. And my first time reading a book by this author. Even though I've rated this book, I am still unsure exactly how I feel about this novel. It is a mishmash of fairy tale re-telling(faithful to the original stories, I.e. Dark) mixed with time travel , philosophy and treatise on religion. The story also speaks on beauty and motherhood in very realistic tones. There is the expected feminist perspective. I liked the adaptation of the fairytale more than the treatment of religion to some extent as they are linked. And this was also the major con for me as well. Ms. Tepper placed all religions on an equal footing which is antithesis to my worldview. There were some themes which became preachy especially that related to nature.
This is definitely the work of a more mature woman reflecting on themes that matter to her. And whilst I don't agree or fully understand all that is written, I can understand why it won an award. It resonates with themes that matter to women and men - nature vs. nurture, love, motherhood, religion, beauty, aging -which will stay with you long after you have read the novel. And for that reason I give a rating of 3. This is a book for more mature person, not for everyone.
This is definitely the work of a more mature woman reflecting on themes that matter to her. And whilst I don't agree or fully understand all that is written, I can understand why it won an award. It resonates with themes that matter to women and men - nature vs. nurture, love, motherhood, religion, beauty, aging -which will stay with you long after you have read the novel. And for that reason I give a rating of 3. This is a book for more mature person, not for everyone.