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A review by samantha_randolph
The Navigator's Touch by Julia Ember
4.0
I adored The Seafarer's Kiss (book 1 in the duology) and was so excited to read book 2. With shield-maidens, an f/f romance, and all sorts of mythological sea creatures, this is one of the most unique spins on The Little Mermaid I've read. Book 2 also extends into a little bit of Peter Pan retelling as well.
The Navigator's Touch resumes where book 1 left off but with Ragna as the central character this time. She is out to get revenge on the people who killed her family, and Ersel is there to help. We meet several new characters as Ragna tries to form a crew to help her in her mission. What I enjoyed most was Ragna's drive and dedication. It's a bit of a double edged sword (something Ersel especially learns) but her motivation is clear. She holds so much grief and anger in her, and it will take a lot for her to feel any peace.
Julia Ember is so skilled at crafting queer, fantastical stories, and this duology is the perfect example of that.
The Navigator's Touch resumes where book 1 left off but with Ragna as the central character this time. She is out to get revenge on the people who killed her family, and Ersel is there to help. We meet several new characters as Ragna tries to form a crew to help her in her mission. What I enjoyed most was Ragna's drive and dedication. It's a bit of a double edged sword (something Ersel especially learns) but her motivation is clear. She holds so much grief and anger in her, and it will take a lot for her to feel any peace.
Julia Ember is so skilled at crafting queer, fantastical stories, and this duology is the perfect example of that.