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A review by its_justine
The Disappearance of Winter's Daughter by Michael J. Sullivan
5.0
I don’t think I’ll ever grow tired of Royce and Hadrian. For me, diving into a new Riyria story is like returning to your childhood home and chatting with old friends about what they’ve been up to since you’ve seen them last. Although The Disappearance of Winter’s Daughter is the fourth book in Sullivan’s Riyria Chronicles, it can be read as a completely independent standalone - but why in the world wouldn’t you want to read the others?! You can expect a beautifully-realized setting, hilarious banter amongst some of the most outstanding characters ever created, and riddles bursting at the seams with intrigue. As with his other books, the story is straightforward and easy to follow, but don’t get too comfortable and beware of the Sullivan twist that you should see coming, but never do!
MJS is a master at crafting good ol’ classical fantasty adventure novels that tackle difficult societal issues that have and continue to mar our own world, yet still remain somewhat light and airy. It’s always a refreshing experience cracking open one of his stories, and this book is no different. If you’re a fan of Riyria, this is a must-read. If you haven’t yet read any of the author’s work and are curious, I doubt you’ll close the back cover feeling disappointed. I highly recommend!
MJS is a master at crafting good ol’ classical fantasty adventure novels that tackle difficult societal issues that have and continue to mar our own world, yet still remain somewhat light and airy. It’s always a refreshing experience cracking open one of his stories, and this book is no different. If you’re a fan of Riyria, this is a must-read. If you haven’t yet read any of the author’s work and are curious, I doubt you’ll close the back cover feeling disappointed. I highly recommend!