Helpful Score: 2
Given the impact the Sevenwaters trilogy had on me, I expected to adore this - I wasn't really disappointed, I just didn't get as engrossed as I did with Marillier's previous works. I was slow getting into it at first, but it picked up for me once they reached the Light Isles and Nessa's perspective was introduced. I love the way that nature and the spirits of the earth are given such reverence in the author's works, and how she draws on mythology. Perhaps the reason why I didn't enjoy this as much as I thought I would was because the bleakness of it - but I think that tone was appropriate given that Norse culture was a major part of the story. It was still a stunning, compelling novel.
Helpful Score: 1
What a lovely book. Juliet Marillier tells stories beautifully.
Although I was often frustrated with the main character, Eyvind, I was able to appreciate his role in the story.
The Norse mythology, stark landscape, and generally male-dominated culture only added to the delight I felt when reading.
Overall, I would most definitely recommend.
Although I was often frustrated with the main character, Eyvind, I was able to appreciate his role in the story.
The Norse mythology, stark landscape, and generally male-dominated culture only added to the delight I felt when reading.
Overall, I would most definitely recommend.
