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A review by i_ashby
The North Wind by Alexandria Warwick
adventurous
dark
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
The North Wind is a beautiful, creative hybrid of the Hades and Persephone myth and the Beauty and the Beast fairytale.
From the first pages, detailed descriptions lay the foundations of solid world building. I love how Wren and Boreas learn lessons from each other simply by letting their guards down accidentally. It's particularly satisfying every time Boreas gets the better of Wren, since she is a very coarse character at first, but becomes more likable as the book progresses as her insecurities are laid bare. The character and relationship development flows naturally. All this set in such a vivid world filled with darkness and danger, but also beauty.
This is an incredibly immersive read if you enjoy romantic fantasy, and I would particularly recommend to those who love fairytale/myth retellings/adaptations. Please note some chapters contain moderate violence and sexual scenes, and there is a theme of (conquering) alcoholism throughout.
eARC provided by Simon & Schuster UK via NetGalley.
From the first pages, detailed descriptions lay the foundations of solid world building. I love how Wren and Boreas learn lessons from each other simply by letting their guards down accidentally. It's particularly satisfying every time Boreas gets the better of Wren, since she is a very coarse character at first, but becomes more likable as the book progresses as her insecurities are laid bare. The character and relationship development flows naturally. All this set in such a vivid world filled with darkness and danger, but also beauty.
This is an incredibly immersive read if you enjoy romantic fantasy, and I would particularly recommend to those who love fairytale/myth retellings/adaptations. Please note some chapters contain moderate violence and sexual scenes, and there is a theme of (conquering) alcoholism throughout.
eARC provided by Simon & Schuster UK via NetGalley.