hearthsidereader 's review for:

The Queen of the Tearling by Erika Johansen
4.0

Really exciting adventure story with poignant (sometimes graphic) detailing of a medieval-like kingdom. The protagonist is a very strong female character who would make a great role model for teenage girls.

I was thrown off by the actual time setting at times, as I think the dystopian aspect didn't fit with the rest of the plot. Excited to read the sequel, so maybe we'll get more Tearling history there.