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Dec 21, 2017
Bethany (Beautifully Bookish Bethany)
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it was amazing
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2020 Reread: This was just as incredible the second time around! The writing is lyrical and immersive, it's the perfect cozy read when it's cold outside.
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The Bear and the Nightingale is a beautifully written re-telling of Russian fairytales and folklore that sweeps you away into a dark, mystical world. Despite my skepticism, this book absolutely lived up to the hype I had been hearing. Reading it feels like falling into a fairytale and the writing has those story- ...more
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The Bear and the Nightingale is a beautifully written re-telling of Russian fairytales and folklore that sweeps you away into a dark, mystical world. Despite my skepticism, this book absolutely lived up to the hype I had been hearing. Reading it feels like falling into a fairytale and the writing has those story- ...more
I didn't really like this. If I'd been reading it instead of listening to it on audiobook I would have dnfed. The writing wasn't my style and I found myself bored with the story. I didn't feel that I connected with any of the characters. Didn't seem to care about what happened to them.
I might listen to the second book to see what happens but I'm on the fence about that. ...more
I might listen to the second book to see what happens but I'm on the fence about that. ...more
I really wanted to love this book. But alas, it fell really short. The book has three parts and by the end of Part II, I would have rated this 2stars. Part III did save the book a little bit. I had major issues in the story telling. I only really liked one character (Aloysha). I thought multiple characters were derivative (stepmom, priest) and some characters were just plot devices. I really loved the setting of this novel and the folklore element would have been stronger had it been explained a
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Dec 14, 2017
Candace
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it was amazing
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So beautiful and so much to love! Folklore and Russian winters. Snowdrops and beautiful horses. A brave girl who is as wild as they come. One of my favorites of this year. Can’t wait to continue this series.
This was unlike any book I have ever read. I had to keep reminding myself that it relied heavily on Russian folklore, as there are very dark themes and the battle between good and evil was quite violent, and often disturbing. But, it was the description of the Russian landscape, customs, and folklore that made the book so enjoyable for me. Each chapter left me wanting to know what would happen next and I really loved the heroine. She is quite the balance of strength, bravery, kindness, and love
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An enjoyable red and an interesting story of belief and how they influence or take over our life.
I loved this book!! Great story!! Can't wait to read the next book in the series!!
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An interesting story and one I've never heard of before. It dragged a bit in places and I found myself getting bored and really having to refocus. I will read the next book.
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Beautifully written book. A little slow in the beginning but it was a amazing read: highly recommend
Dec 03, 2016
Kristy
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Dec 30, 2016
Sharon Forbes
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Christian
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Shaun P.
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Feb 18, 2017
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