A review by ofclumsywords
The Crimson Crown by Heather Walter

dark tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

One of the most unique origins stories I’ve read. I loved every moment of this book, especially the fact that Ayleth doesn’t show many tell tale signs of the evil queen that she becomes until later. It isn’t until the last 30 pages that you see the beginnings of the evil queen that we are all familiar with. Even though Ayleth ultimately becomes a villain I was rooting for her. Those last 30 pages were powerful as Ayleth learns that she is enough and that she is strong and capable no matter what the others say about her. 

With the way the book ended, I have no idea what to expect for the second book. But I am so excited to see how the story concludes. Heather Walters writing, characters, and world building were amazing and I am going to be reading a lot more of her work as soon as possible.