A review by acouplereadss
Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher

adventurous dark funny hopeful mysterious fast-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

It’s not often I come across an author and need to consume everything they’ve ever written. And as I’m consuming said content I realize that they’re across multiple genres. How many people can even do that? Write so well that no matter the genre you’re engrossed. T Kingfisher is a rarity if you ask me.

Nettle & Bone follows Mara, a princess that’s been raised in a convent. A princess that is not quite a nun nor royalty. When Mara visits her sister she discovers there is no happily ever after for her sister, a victim of abuse at the hands of her husband. Mara decides to take matters into her own hands - to kill the prince and save her sister. But Mara is given three impossible tasks. Only be completing her quest can Mara save her sister. Alongside her is a gravewitch, a fairy godmother, a former knight, a chicken possessed by a demon and a bone dog. Can they save Mara’s sister and the kingdom?

The best thing about Kingfisher is how deep they pull you into their worlds. You’re completely immersed and attached to the characters. I loved everything about this book and its characters and rich plot. I can’t wait to read more by this author.

Thank you @torbooks for sending a copy my way in exchange for a review, absolutely loved it 5✨!