A review by literarypenguin
The Raven and the Reindeer by T. Kingfisher

adventurous 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? Yes

5.0

This is my first introduction to T.Kingfisher's work and it has only made me want to read more from this amazing fantasy writer! The Raven and the Reindeer retells the myth of the Snow Queen with some additions like the inclusion of an F/F relationship and the 'I am not like other girls' trope, these additions were very welcome and fit right into the story as they have been there. The story follows Gerta, a young village girl who witnesses her childhood best friend/crush Kai getting lured by the Snow Queen to her icy kingdom. Refusing to let him be taken she goes on a journey to bring back Kai while encountering a hilarious raven to help her along the way. The relationship that forms between Janna and Gerta is so heartwarming and Janna was a much better person for Gerta. Gerta even began to realize that her friend wasn't the right person for her and was kind of a jerk to her, to be honest. Gerta's journey was refreshing to read, watching her find herself and discover who she wants to be as a person and a woman. This truly did read like a modern fairytale and I can't wait to read more of T.Kingfisher's works.
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