A review by silene
Thistlefoot by GennaRose Nethercott

challenging dark emotional hopeful informative 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? No

5.0

A phenomenal blend of magical realism with actual history, Thistlefoot shows memories with physical, visible results- like a house growing legs. The book is heavy with descriptions of violence and hatred, but it never crosses into descriptions for shock value. The characters are flawed but lovable, and they grow into themselves. The ending suits it well. Fear and hate leave gaping scars, but hope remains and the stories live on.
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