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whatyoutolkienabout's review
5.0
This is the first work by Langtree I have read but I doubt it will be my last. I adored each story in this anthology, all of which deal with strong and badass female characters in a fantasy setting. As someone who’s first TV crushes were Lynda Carter’s Wonder Woman and Lucy Lawless’ Xena you can bet I loved every minute of this.
Each story of course stands out on its own and I have to say I don’t have a favourite as such since I loved them all the same. What I did love was Langtree’s writing and characterisation. We have a cross section of women and tales and each one stands out on its own. We have lots of staples for a good fantasy and the world is lavishly developed as well. If you enjoy fantasy and kick ass women this is the collection for you.
Each story of course stands out on its own and I have to say I don’t have a favourite as such since I loved them all the same. What I did love was Langtree’s writing and characterisation. We have a cross section of women and tales and each one stands out on its own. We have lots of staples for a good fantasy and the world is lavishly developed as well. If you enjoy fantasy and kick ass women this is the collection for you.
spookybookylonnie's review
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
A collection of short fantasy stories? Count me in. This sounded great and I'm glad I picked it up.
Each story stood alone in its own right, but I liked the way they all tied together at the end. I would have liked a more in-depth ending, but I did appreciate this.
Charlotte Langtree has a wonderful imagination and paints a truly vivid picture with her words. I find myself wanting more often with short stories, however I enjoyed this on the whole and think it would be a great addition to any short story lover's shelf!
Each story stood alone in its own right, but I liked the way they all tied together at the end. I would have liked a more in-depth ending, but I did appreciate this.
Charlotte Langtree has a wonderful imagination and paints a truly vivid picture with her words. I find myself wanting more often with short stories, however I enjoyed this on the whole and think it would be a great addition to any short story lover's shelf!
neencohen's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
What a collection. Charlotte langtree explores the strength of the female through fantastical worlds and many with myths based on older gods. It’s delicious. The writing is wonderful with an emphasis on happy endings but not without some sacrifices and struggles. My thoughts about each of the stories in the collection.
Drummer girl - brutal and beautiful rhythm of words. Two time periods that jump back and forth
The Falar Path - dripped in to the middle, scrambling to learn more. Gods and promises, trees and torture. A Devine story. One of my favourites. Who is the boy? Are we supposed to assume?
Once a Queen - the ferryman and gods and battles … what a rush and an amazingly well written story
The changeling’s sword - Intense and bloody and full of revenge and anger. Fae and human. Ended a bit quickly. I would love more story in this world.
Cwenhild - tribal warriors, blood, tricksters and dragons. Brilliantly balanced with action, story, and personal risk and reward.
Wind-Dancer - this was an intense and well developed adventure. Of all the stories this one hints at something else to come. And oh how I hope so.
The Sleeping God - an interesting read. Well written and lighter in some ways despite the apocalypse. Hinting at a life remembered of the sleeping god.
Him, Her, and Lavender Lylah - intriguing and intense. The writing gave me Stephen King’s Rose Madder vibes … divine and building, knowing shits only going to get worse.
And then boom just like that Langtree pulls the thread she has sewn through this collection and my mind is blown next level.
Overall brilliant.
Drummer girl - brutal and beautiful rhythm of words. Two time periods that jump back and forth
The Falar Path - dripped in to the middle, scrambling to learn more. Gods and promises, trees and torture. A Devine story. One of my favourites. Who is the boy? Are we supposed to assume?
Once a Queen - the ferryman and gods and battles … what a rush and an amazingly well written story
The changeling’s sword - Intense and bloody and full of revenge and anger. Fae and human. Ended a bit quickly. I would love more story in this world.
Cwenhild - tribal warriors, blood, tricksters and dragons. Brilliantly balanced with action, story, and personal risk and reward.
Wind-Dancer - this was an intense and well developed adventure. Of all the stories this one hints at something else to come. And oh how I hope so.
The Sleeping God - an interesting read. Well written and lighter in some ways despite the apocalypse. Hinting at a life remembered of the sleeping god.
Him, Her, and Lavender Lylah - intriguing and intense. The writing gave me Stephen King’s Rose Madder vibes … divine and building, knowing shits only going to get worse.
And then boom just like that Langtree pulls the thread she has sewn through this collection and my mind is blown next level.
Overall brilliant.
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