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A review by despinareviews
Northern Lights, Southern Stars by C.S. Johnson
2.0
This book is a Christian retelling of Snow White with hints of Cinderella thrown in for good measure. Princess Ebony (daughter of King Maru) and Prince Rion (son of Queen Varyes) are young and in love [despite the fact they are technically stepsiblings, they are seen as having been more akin to childhood friends who were at a distance] They pursue their love despite society (and particularly the Queen!) telling and showing them that their interracial romance should have no place, remaining defiant in their love.
A refreshing take on the fairytale, this book delves into the world of politics surrounding the nations, experiences of racism and slave trade, but also contrasts that to concepts of light, song and love. The main characters are so in love that they become blinded by the bad intentions of those around them, and it becomes quickly apparent that they should not have underestimated the Queen ...
I found the dynamic between the two main characters lovely and their love and dedication to one another was a really good read. Prince Rion in particular came across as a bit clueless when it came to the torment Princess Ebony had endured and the power dynamics there (basically racism and THEN some!), and they both seemed a bit naive when it came to the Queen, but it was a very quick read which was well paced (though slightly repetitive at parts).
NOTE: This story is told from three perspectives - Ebony, Rion and Queen Varyes.
Thank you to Voracious Readers Only for the complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review
A refreshing take on the fairytale, this book delves into the world of politics surrounding the nations, experiences of racism and slave trade, but also contrasts that to concepts of light, song and love. The main characters are so in love that they become blinded by the bad intentions of those around them, and it becomes quickly apparent that they should not have underestimated the Queen ...
I found the dynamic between the two main characters lovely and their love and dedication to one another was a really good read. Prince Rion in particular came across as a bit clueless when it came to the torment Princess Ebony had endured and the power dynamics there (basically racism and THEN some!), and they both seemed a bit naive when it came to the Queen, but it was a very quick read which was well paced (though slightly repetitive at parts).
NOTE: This story is told from three perspectives - Ebony, Rion and Queen Varyes.
Thank you to Voracious Readers Only for the complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review