Quirky Cat
Book Summary:
Monsters roam the streets, and only one carefully crafted pact keeps the peace. Enter Kierse. She’s a talented thief who may be poised to break the treaty - if she’s not careful accidentally.
What started as an ordinary heist quickly transformed into something more dangerous. However, it could be exactly what Kierse needs, as this revelation may just change her life forever.
My Review:
The Wren in the Holly Library is a compelling and intriguing start to a new series, The Oak and Holly Cycle. I went into this book/series completely blind, and I'm so glad I did! There is no way I could have predicted what I found within these pages.
In truth, there's a little bit of something for everyone here. We've got the romantic plot, legends, lore, books, magic, artifacts, friends, secrets, and I could go on and on. Given the title, I was hoping that the library theme would be a stronger element, but it felt small in comparison to everything else.
However, if that's my biggest complaint, I need to shut up! But seriously, The Wren in the Holly Library is a fun read. Kierse's journey to understand who/what she is proves to be more drastic than anticipated, and the repercussions will probably be the foundation for the next novel (expected in June 2025).
I wish we had more time to explore the world's political situation. I know we saw the basics - monsters, humans, the obvious tension. There's got to be more, as evidenced by the nuanced relationship Graves had with his contemporaries. I hope future installations will reveal even more.
Highlights:
Romantasy
Legends & Lore
Books, Magic, Artifacts
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