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A review by 0ivy0
Bitterthorn by Kat Dunn
dark
emotional
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Bitterthorn was the first dark fairytale retelling I have read - and what a fantastic introduction.
Bitterthorn contains witches, curses and sapphic love with an exploration of loss, feeling unwanted, unloved and lonely while finding love whithin yourself and with someone else.
This is a slow-paced book that feels more character-based than plot-based which is one of the reasons I enjoyed it so much.
The plot starts in autumn and contains perfect autumnal vibes throughout- full of nature, finding 'home' and a place to belong.
'Love doesn't just sit there like a stone, it has to be made, like bread; remade all the time, made new'
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it's definitely one I will re-read, especially during the autumn and winter months.
Bitterthorn contains witches, curses and sapphic love with an exploration of loss, feeling unwanted, unloved and lonely while finding love whithin yourself and with someone else.
This is a slow-paced book that feels more character-based than plot-based which is one of the reasons I enjoyed it so much.
The plot starts in autumn and contains perfect autumnal vibes throughout- full of nature, finding 'home' and a place to belong.
'Love doesn't just sit there like a stone, it has to be made, like bread; remade all the time, made new'
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it's definitely one I will re-read, especially during the autumn and winter months.
Content Warnings
Minor: Self harm