A review by dannilmp
The Wolf and the Woodsman by Ava Reid

adventurous dark emotional sad tense medium-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

4.0

A perfect read for those interested in fantasical adventures with high stakes! The Wolf and the Woodsman follows Evike as she journeys far from home and into a kingdom which wants nothing more than the eradication of her kind. Parterner with Gaspar, they both learn more about the other and continue to develop their own views and opinions of the people and of the world around them.

What makes this book stand out to me is the culture building of the difference races in this world. The way mythology is weaved into and throughout this book is really well done and it has sparked an interest in me wanting to go and learn more about Hungarian history and Jewsish mythology. 

While this book was brilliant, it really left me wanting for more. I wanted to know more of Evike's father's history, culture and religious beliefs and stories, I wanted to understand more about the workings of the other places within the world. An excellent debut and I look forward to reading more books written by Ava Reid. 
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