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katsbookishfinds 's review for:
The Stone Witch of Florence
by Anna Rasche
First and foremost, thank you to Anna Rasche for writing this story. Honestly, this is the first ARC in a while that I thoroughly enjoyed! Coming from more of a Romantasy background, I didn’t know what to expect with this one but was pleasantly surprised with how fast I was sucked in to the story and Anna’s writing.
I felt like Ginevra was a close friend and was honestly so comforted by her essence and character. She felt nostalgic to me in a way that I can’t properly explain. I truly love what she symbolized in her quest to defy the odds and challenge beliefs. The story itself kept me thoroughly engaged as I felt as though I never knew what to expect next. There were a ton of twists and turns and I never knew what was around the next corner.
I really loved how Anna used her knowledge of gemology and her extensive research to inform this novel. The time and care she took with her research and preparation shown brightly through this novel and was a huge factor in why I was so engaged - there was a hint of truth amidst the fantasy. You could really read the passion for her work in each of Anna’s words and this unique perspective is truly what made this story stand out - I’ve never read anything like it!
This book alone has inspired me to explore historical fiction as a new favorite genre.
Thank you to NetGalley and Park Row Books/Harper Collins for providing me this copy in exchange for an honest review! <3
I felt like Ginevra was a close friend and was honestly so comforted by her essence and character. She felt nostalgic to me in a way that I can’t properly explain. I truly love what she symbolized in her quest to defy the odds and challenge beliefs. The story itself kept me thoroughly engaged as I felt as though I never knew what to expect next. There were a ton of twists and turns and I never knew what was around the next corner.
I really loved how Anna used her knowledge of gemology and her extensive research to inform this novel. The time and care she took with her research and preparation shown brightly through this novel and was a huge factor in why I was so engaged - there was a hint of truth amidst the fantasy. You could really read the passion for her work in each of Anna’s words and this unique perspective is truly what made this story stand out - I’ve never read anything like it!
This book alone has inspired me to explore historical fiction as a new favorite genre.
Thank you to NetGalley and Park Row Books/Harper Collins for providing me this copy in exchange for an honest review! <3