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A review by words_and_dreams
The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
slow-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
💞 I absolutely loved this. It had been on my TBR for a while but finally got around to reading it. It was the perfect cosy, dark and whimsical fairytale to read during the frosty cold days.
It is rich in russian folklore and myth and follows our heroine Vasya. She has the 'sight' and sees and respects the magical creatures that surround them. Her new stepmother also has the sight but believes them to be demons and fears them. She plots to be rid of her stepdaughter to be rid of the creatures. Meanwhile the Bear hunts Vasya and his brother the frost King tries to protect her.
Cannot wait to read more.
It is rich in russian folklore and myth and follows our heroine Vasya. She has the 'sight' and sees and respects the magical creatures that surround them. Her new stepmother also has the sight but believes them to be demons and fears them. She plots to be rid of her stepdaughter to be rid of the creatures. Meanwhile the Bear hunts Vasya and his brother the frost King tries to protect her.
Cannot wait to read more.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Child death