Brightly original, especially given the source material has been shaped by countless storytellers over hundreds of years.

Series Info/Source: This is a stand alone book set in the same world as “The Boneless Mercies”. I got an eGalley from NetGalley to review.

Story (4/5): I really loved this retelling of the King Arthur tale. It had a heavy Norse/Viking feel to it and takes place in the same world as the Boneless Mercies. It does start out a bit wandering and slow, but then picks up pace. The classic fantasy questing structure of the story really drew me in.

Characters (5/5): I loved Torvi and her traveling companions. There is just something so honest and visceral about all of these characters. They all fall into their quests whole heartedly and are engaging and endearing.

Setting (5/5): I also loved the magical setting of the Endless Forests, it’s such a mystical and amazing setting. You just never who or what you are going to stumble into next.

Writing Style (5/5): This has a very classic fantasy questing feel to it which I really enjoyed. The writing style is very beautiful and descriptive making the sensations the characters feel and your surroundings really come alive. Tucholke has a very distinctive writing style that is a bit dreamy and this book was similar to her previous books.

Summary (4.5/5): Overall, despite the slow start, I really enjoyed this. There is just such a magical and mysterious feel to the story and the characters are so raw and heartfelt they just draw you in. If you enjoyed “The Boneless Mercies” you will enjoy this as well. If you hated the style of “The Boneless Mercies” I would steer clear of this book because it’s very similar in style. I loved this magical fantasy adventure and will definitely be picking up future books by Tucholke.

If you love dark and beautifully written novels with lush descriptions then Seven Endless Forests is a 5 star winner! I have read April Genevieve Tucholke before, but this book is my favorite of all the ones I have read. It was so hard to close up at the end. Please do not pass by this one!
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