Okay, so if you have not read Juliet Marillier previously, here is why you should. She combines fantasy with historical fiction, folklore and mythology. Her characters are real people with real emotions, who have to deal with real every day issues like alcoholism and rape. Her magic is not of the fa...
Juliet Marillier has been one of my go-to favorites for epic fantasy for years, but this is my first experience with her YA marketed writing. Unsurprisingly, Shadowfell is just as strong as her adult fantasy titles; setting a high bar for other YA fantasy titles. There are only a small number of YA ...
Juliet Marillier has been one of my go-to favorites for epic fantasy for years, but this is my first experience with her YA marketed writing. Unsurprisingly, Shadowfell is just as strong as her adult fantasy titles; setting a high bar for other YA fantasy titles. There are only a small number of YA ...
Beautifully written and amazing worldbuilding. I loved how Neryn and Flint's relationship developed, but the novel was slow-paced and even a little boring at times, plus Neryn was not a very interesting protagonist. Despite that, I will definitely pick up the sequel.
I'm a bit ashamed to admit I'd never read anything by Juliet Marillier before and pretty much EVERY fantasy fan I've met has been singing her praises, so there's really no excuse. I think I even own one or two of her earlier books.But now I have and consider me converted!Shadowfell is the beginning ...
Fantasy is one of my absolute most favorite genres, and Shadowfell reminded me why. It had everything: a great heroine, fantastic (but conflicted) hero, the Fae, a journey, and action. This is my first foray into Juliet Marillier's work, and I've been told that it's not her best. I'm on hold for Dau...
Okay, once again: I wanted to read a book because of its fantabulous cover. I'm kind of stuck between the choices of 4 stars or 5 stars. Um. I'll just go with 5 just because.Anyways.The main character, Neryn, is kind of annoying and rude and everything. Even if I can understand her difficulties, I t...
Marillier’s novel introduces readers to 15-year-old Neryn, a teen-aged girl from Alban who has seen her home destroyed, her family killed, and her own separation from her father (the last of her family) in a stunning act of betrayal.Shadowfell has one of the most harrowing opening scenes I’ve read t...
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