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M**N
Quite different
A tale that keeps you turning the pages.You'll want to know more about the places and the characters.An enjoyable and very different read.
K**H
Enjoyable
Nicely written, interesting world concept and the main characters are well-drawn. Felt light on secondary characters and world detail, which is always an important anchor in fantasy novels where there's such a range of possibilities, and left some loose ends (part of an unannounced series, perhaps?) but enjoyable overall. The original skills - the windsinger and Nya's own discovered talent - are intriguing.
L**S
Mysterious, magical and heart warming!
A fascinating and exciting story, like nothing I've read before, I really want to know what happens next! Definitely one to read again. Love the way the plot and characters draw the reader in until they feel almost part of the tale. Looking forward to the next book by this author.
S**A
Gripping read - loved it ❤
Loved the story line, it had me gripped ...couldn't put up down until I finished it! So nothing but relaxing on the sofa day for me. Is there more? I hope so, love the idea of the stones for our loved ones passed - beautiful idea x
A**4
Pleasantly Surprised
I couldn’t put this down once I started. The narration was brilliant. Definitely looking forward to reading/listening to more by WK Greyling.
D**H
Inventive and charming dual-world fantasy
A nicely written tale, with unique characters and environments and an engaging storyline. My only criticism is that some details of the plot are perhaps a little light, but that's more than compensated for by the easy flow and rich descriptions, not to mention Nenad's somewhat self-centred humour.It's just begging for a sequel...
J**T
Captivating!
Epic. Imaginitive. Captivating.Another book is just loved and enjoyed so much. Rooting all the way for this unlikely heroin! How WK Greyling comes up with these stories and the ability tto much pur imaginations are amazing. The narration was brilliant and added to this story so well.If you are looking for a story to take you on a wild ride this one is it!
J**Y
Brilliant fantasy mystery adventure
Loved this first book full of fantasy little plant like creatures rise up and fight back when they get attacked and poisoned by some of the townsfolk, but a little goblin Nya and the towns windings Yaro try to help and cure them but they fall into another realm, getting to know the characters, who is good and who is bad has set you in for the next book, I already don't like the sherif for arresting Nya, narration is very good and helps to set the scene, a must read/listen
B**R
Unique, mesmerizing fantasy
I've read a LOT of fantasy but this was unlike anything else. I meant to read a chapter or two over dinner, but the night is gone. Even though it uses many elements of myth, faery tales and fantasy that will be somewhat familiar to regular readers of fantasy, this author casts an unusual spell on her readers. If you like fantasy, I cannot imagine that you will not enjoy this book. If you've grown bored and weary of the formulaic, the cynical, the repetitive things that are so often found in the genre in both books and other media- then you probably *need* to read this. An excellent book, either way, not to be missed.
S**N
A Haunting Allegory
Co-existent human and fairy dimensions descend into peril when human gold miners attack a powerful alien plant species whose sentience and intrinsic value they cannot even fathom. Two outcasts must overcome their own tragic flaws in order to save each other, their worlds and, ultimately, themselves. Original world-building and an insecure heroine who must find her own intrinsic value mark this fresh allegory of humanity’s relationship with nature. Once I started, I couldn’t stop reading.
S**E
A well crafted wonder world.
The overall tone made reading easy, and the well-timed surprises fit in neatly. I enjoyed the 'what? there's more?' feeling when it looked wrapped up but important matters popped up to be resolved firmly.
V**V
Very engaging read
I was drawn into this rich world in a few pages and didn’t want to leave. With a compelling storyline and parallels to the hazards of forgetting the importance of the environment of our on world, I couldn’t put it down and just wanted more. I'll definitely be reading more of this author!
B**E
It's authentically fantasy and that's all I want from a fantasy book
It feels like one of those authentic fantasies, a feel you would expect from Lord of the Rings in its flow. I enjoyed every chapter! It's definitely worth reading