A review by lizgriffinwords
The Wolf and the Woodsman by Ava Reid

challenging dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Lyrical prose, high-stakes, and compelling characters with all the facets of real people make this dark folklore fantasy unputdownable. If you need a whole book of the enemies-to-lovers dynamic of Nina and Matthias, TWATW has that. If you want gender-norm-defying protagonists and relevant racial dynamics, TWATW has that too. An instant fantasy classic that belongs in collegiate literary discussions and on favorite novel shelves alike.
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