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Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest
It's not easy to move the stones of tradition built of centuries, particularly when that tradition, chaotic and blood churning, is embedded in the religion and mythology of the city--the very sustenance and fortification of the community.
Somewhere in a dank, damned prison cell, a magician-prisoner pleads to the spirit realm for vengeance against the despots of this community of Blithe Haven. Against the odds, the spirit realm appears to hear him. A sign augers the extension of certain curious powers into the land of the living.
“It may not be what you planned for your life, but you were chosen for a reason,” the prisoner tells Sayra Beech, host to this dormant power.
Little does Sayra know what horrors await her and her unlikely companions. Bolstered with this mysterious power, she will be tested to see if she is capable enough to wield it. Meanwhile, not everything is what it seems in Blithe Haven and beyond in the continent of New Ur.
Somewhere in a dank, damned prison cell, a magician-prisoner pleads to the spirit realm for vengeance against the despots of this community of Blithe Haven. Against the odds, the spirit realm appears to hear him. A sign augers the extension of certain curious powers into the land of the living.
“It may not be what you planned for your life, but you were chosen for a reason,” the prisoner tells Sayra Beech, host to this dormant power.
Little does Sayra know what horrors await her and her unlikely companions. Bolstered with this mysterious power, she will be tested to see if she is capable enough to wield it. Meanwhile, not everything is what it seems in Blithe Haven and beyond in the continent of New Ur.
- GenresFantasy
355 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 20, 2024
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B.R. Doughtry
3 books4 followersB.R Doughtry is constantly looking for new ways to push the envelope on creativity. From an early age, he read avidly and wrote a variety of novels in fantasy and classical fiction genres. Classic fiction particularly exerts a heavy influence on his writing styles and themes. When writing fantasy, he tries to challenge the traditional genre tropes and explore different varieties of story telling. Some story themes can be controversial at times. Areas of interest stem from philosophy, art, and traveling. As well, topics can range from neurosis, personality disorder poverty, free will, responsibility, relationships, subjectivity, individual vs society, class, and the subtle gray areas of morality.
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March 31, 2025
This was such an interesting read! I loved how much thought and effort the author put into the world-building and telling the reader about the history involved in the story. The magical elements were interesting, and I enjoyed how there was a comparison between the sun and the moon. This story reminds me a lot of the classical book The Giver by Lois Lowry, which deals with the suppressed society and how people are assigned their lifelong jobs on their eighteenth birthday.
The human sacrifices in this book were both jarring and fascinating. These sacrifices served many reasons in this book that both kept the society suppressed while their ashes worked as fertilizer for the sacred fruit that is cherished. Sayra was a witty FMC with drive and determination. She is chosen by the gods to make a change and embarks on an adventure to save her friend. Overall, a good read for those who enjoy fantasy!
The human sacrifices in this book were both jarring and fascinating. These sacrifices served many reasons in this book that both kept the society suppressed while their ashes worked as fertilizer for the sacred fruit that is cherished. Sayra was a witty FMC with drive and determination. She is chosen by the gods to make a change and embarks on an adventure to save her friend. Overall, a good read for those who enjoy fantasy!
January 6, 2025
This book was an epic YA, dystopian-fantasy mash up.
Blithe Haven is a terrible place. One where the common man is forced to a life of labour, only to end up burning on a pyre to fertilise the sacred Blithe fruit. There is dissent in the commons and a growing desire to overthrow the tyrannical ruling class, but how can they achieve such a thing?
This book follows two main stories. 1) Sayra, who is the daughter of the ruler of Blithe Haven, and Finch, who is a turncoat spy, working for the resistance effort. Both are likeable characters that you root for, and neither have things easy in the book.
The book’s world building was second to none. It is very rich and detailed with extensive history, but it is written in such a way that I never felt bored reading it. It didn’t come in huge info dumps, but was steadily fed to the reader where necessary.
This is a YA fantasy, but it gives a nice spin to the chosen one trope, with thorough explanations and reasoning for Sayra to become so special.
This book had me from the prologue, and kept my attention right though the the ending. The ending wasn’t predictable, but it was perfect for the characters.
Blithe Haven is a terrible place. One where the common man is forced to a life of labour, only to end up burning on a pyre to fertilise the sacred Blithe fruit. There is dissent in the commons and a growing desire to overthrow the tyrannical ruling class, but how can they achieve such a thing?
This book follows two main stories. 1) Sayra, who is the daughter of the ruler of Blithe Haven, and Finch, who is a turncoat spy, working for the resistance effort. Both are likeable characters that you root for, and neither have things easy in the book.
The book’s world building was second to none. It is very rich and detailed with extensive history, but it is written in such a way that I never felt bored reading it. It didn’t come in huge info dumps, but was steadily fed to the reader where necessary.
This is a YA fantasy, but it gives a nice spin to the chosen one trope, with thorough explanations and reasoning for Sayra to become so special.
This book had me from the prologue, and kept my attention right though the the ending. The ending wasn’t predictable, but it was perfect for the characters.
October 10, 2025
I want to start by saying I don't enjoy giving books below three stars. I know how much work goes into crafting over three hundred pages of story, and the effort put into this narrative is commendable. That said, while Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest has potential, it struggles with execution issues that repeatedly pulled me out of the story. Basic editing oversights, like the inconsistent spelling of the main character's name (Sarya/Sarah), made the reading experience feel rushed. More significantly, the tone felt unstable throughout. The dialogue suggests a medieval fantasy setting, yet modern terminology kept creeping in, making it difficult to ground myself in the world. This tonal inconsistency became a persistent distraction that undermined my investment in the plot.
The character development, unfortunately, is where the book falters most. The protagonist, Sarya, is meant to be conflicted about her role in changing the lives of the common folk who are thrown into bonfires every year, but her characterization swings so wildly that it reads less as complexity and more as inconsistency. One moment she's determined to take action, the next she's completely disengaged, wanting only to self-medicate and sketch. While I understand that eighteen-year-olds can be indecisive and lack confidence, Sarya's motivations never cohere into a believable arc. I couldn't track her emotional journey because her reactions felt arbitrary rather than earned. The same issue plagues the villain, whose atrocities are depicted in gratuitous detail but given little psychological depth. The grotesque imagery certainly made me dislike him, but it felt like mindless shock value rather than meaningful character work.
The pacing suffers from frequent info-dumps that interrupt the narrative flow just as scenes begin to gain momentum. Every other chapter seemed to pause for lengthy exposition that disconnected me from both the characters and the stakes. For sensitive readers, please note that the book contains explicit depictions of sexual assault, blood sacrifice, and abuse, much of which feels included primarily for shock value rather than narrative purpose. With another round of editing to tighten the prose, develop more consistent characterization, and integrate worldbuilding more naturally, this story could be quite compelling. As it stands, The Red Harvest reads like a promising draft that needed more time to ripen.
The character development, unfortunately, is where the book falters most. The protagonist, Sarya, is meant to be conflicted about her role in changing the lives of the common folk who are thrown into bonfires every year, but her characterization swings so wildly that it reads less as complexity and more as inconsistency. One moment she's determined to take action, the next she's completely disengaged, wanting only to self-medicate and sketch. While I understand that eighteen-year-olds can be indecisive and lack confidence, Sarya's motivations never cohere into a believable arc. I couldn't track her emotional journey because her reactions felt arbitrary rather than earned. The same issue plagues the villain, whose atrocities are depicted in gratuitous detail but given little psychological depth. The grotesque imagery certainly made me dislike him, but it felt like mindless shock value rather than meaningful character work.
The pacing suffers from frequent info-dumps that interrupt the narrative flow just as scenes begin to gain momentum. Every other chapter seemed to pause for lengthy exposition that disconnected me from both the characters and the stakes. For sensitive readers, please note that the book contains explicit depictions of sexual assault, blood sacrifice, and abuse, much of which feels included primarily for shock value rather than narrative purpose. With another round of editing to tighten the prose, develop more consistent characterization, and integrate worldbuilding more naturally, this story could be quite compelling. As it stands, The Red Harvest reads like a promising draft that needed more time to ripen.
December 19, 2024
"Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest" by B.R. Doughtry is an intriguing dive into a world where magic and vengeance intertwine. The novel's premise, centered around a magician's desperate plea for supernatural aid against the ruling class, sets up a narrative rich with potential.
The story follows Sayra Beech, the daughter of a powerful magistrate, who becomes a vessel for ancient magic. This setup promises a thrilling exploration of power dynamics and moral dilemmas, which the book delivers to a commendable degree. Sayra's internal conflict, particularly her struggle with the expectations placed upon her and the guilt from the Harvest Festival's grim traditions, provides a nuanced character arc that is engaging to follow.
However, the execution isn't without its flaws. The lack of dialogue tags often led to confusion, making it challenging at times to keep track of who was speaking. This stylistic choice might be intended to immerse the reader more deeply into the narrative, but it occasionally hampers the flow and clarity of the conversations.
Despite this, "Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest" remains an enjoyable read. The world-building is vivid, painting a picture of a society steeped in both beauty and darkness. The resistance movement's quest for liberation adds layers to the plot, though the pacing could have been tighter to keep the momentum going.
Overall, while the book didn't entirely align with my personal taste, it offers a unique blend of fantasy and drama. It's not a masterpiece, but it's certainly a compelling addition to the genre, providing enough intrigue and character development to make it worth the read for fans of dark fantasy with a twist of social commentary.
The story follows Sayra Beech, the daughter of a powerful magistrate, who becomes a vessel for ancient magic. This setup promises a thrilling exploration of power dynamics and moral dilemmas, which the book delivers to a commendable degree. Sayra's internal conflict, particularly her struggle with the expectations placed upon her and the guilt from the Harvest Festival's grim traditions, provides a nuanced character arc that is engaging to follow.
However, the execution isn't without its flaws. The lack of dialogue tags often led to confusion, making it challenging at times to keep track of who was speaking. This stylistic choice might be intended to immerse the reader more deeply into the narrative, but it occasionally hampers the flow and clarity of the conversations.
Despite this, "Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest" remains an enjoyable read. The world-building is vivid, painting a picture of a society steeped in both beauty and darkness. The resistance movement's quest for liberation adds layers to the plot, though the pacing could have been tighter to keep the momentum going.
Overall, while the book didn't entirely align with my personal taste, it offers a unique blend of fantasy and drama. It's not a masterpiece, but it's certainly a compelling addition to the genre, providing enough intrigue and character development to make it worth the read for fans of dark fantasy with a twist of social commentary.
October 11, 2025
Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest is a brutal book. The world is punishing, it is scarred by a distant apocalypse and broken into warring city-states ruled by the cults to savage gods. It is a potent and evocative setting, with plenty of neat moments of world-building and more of a low-fantasy feel. Low-fantasy usually isn't my preferred setting, but it works and compliments the world here, giving many of the fantastical elements an air of uncertainty, especially concerning the gods which are nebulous as to whether they actually exist or not.
The characters were a bit of mixed bag for me; on one hand, they're enjoyably complex, with conflicting motivations and personalities and touches of psychology; on the other, none are particularly likable. It is not that I found them particularly unlikable, their personalities are generally fine, but my engagement in the narrative derived more from how utterly barbaric the antagonists were, because, as stated above, the world is brutal. Our villains torture, murder wantonly, abuse, burn literal hundreds to their gods in blood sacrifice, and more besides, and many of these are characters the author lets you know first.
The weakness of the book is that it felt a bit rough in execution. There was no particular element contributing to this for me, but just several cropping up inconsistently. There's occasionally awkward prose, random descriptions that felt thrown in and didn't seem to fit the event being described, a fairly significant character dying abruptly without seeming to fulfill any narrative purpose despite have a loud narrative conflict and presence, etc. None of it was egregious, but all together it just prevented the story from 'working' for me.
The characters were a bit of mixed bag for me; on one hand, they're enjoyably complex, with conflicting motivations and personalities and touches of psychology; on the other, none are particularly likable. It is not that I found them particularly unlikable, their personalities are generally fine, but my engagement in the narrative derived more from how utterly barbaric the antagonists were, because, as stated above, the world is brutal. Our villains torture, murder wantonly, abuse, burn literal hundreds to their gods in blood sacrifice, and more besides, and many of these are characters the author lets you know first.
The weakness of the book is that it felt a bit rough in execution. There was no particular element contributing to this for me, but just several cropping up inconsistently. There's occasionally awkward prose, random descriptions that felt thrown in and didn't seem to fit the event being described, a fairly significant character dying abruptly without seeming to fulfill any narrative purpose despite have a loud narrative conflict and presence, etc. None of it was egregious, but all together it just prevented the story from 'working' for me.
November 30, 2024
A Gripping Dystopian Saga You Won't Forge
Okay, so if you're into dark dystopian stories with a lot of twists, Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest by B.R. Doughtry is one you definitely need to check out. It's set in this messed-up city called Blithe Haven, where the nobles basically control everything—and I mean everything, including forcing people to participate in these horrific rituals. The main character, Sayra Beech, is the daughter of the city's most powerful noble, and she's stuck in this life where she has to go along with the sacrifices. But here's the thing: her best friend, Stratus, is the son of a magician who's been imprisoned for years. And the stakes? Stratus is at constant risk of becoming one of those sacrifices.
Things get wild when Sayra finds out she's got this mysterious power from the spirit realm—yeah, magic is back—and she might be able to use it to fight her father and the whole corrupt system. But, like with all these kinds of stories, her newfound abilities come with a heavy price.
It's such a compelling mix of personal and political struggle, with magic, rebellion, and intense themes of guilt and sacrifice. If you're someone who loves high-stakes action and strong character development in a world full of dark secrets, this is definitely one you'll want to dive into.
Highly recommend it if you’re into complex characters and a world that’s as dangerous as it is intriguing!
Okay, so if you're into dark dystopian stories with a lot of twists, Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest by B.R. Doughtry is one you definitely need to check out. It's set in this messed-up city called Blithe Haven, where the nobles basically control everything—and I mean everything, including forcing people to participate in these horrific rituals. The main character, Sayra Beech, is the daughter of the city's most powerful noble, and she's stuck in this life where she has to go along with the sacrifices. But here's the thing: her best friend, Stratus, is the son of a magician who's been imprisoned for years. And the stakes? Stratus is at constant risk of becoming one of those sacrifices.
Things get wild when Sayra finds out she's got this mysterious power from the spirit realm—yeah, magic is back—and she might be able to use it to fight her father and the whole corrupt system. But, like with all these kinds of stories, her newfound abilities come with a heavy price.
It's such a compelling mix of personal and political struggle, with magic, rebellion, and intense themes of guilt and sacrifice. If you're someone who loves high-stakes action and strong character development in a world full of dark secrets, this is definitely one you'll want to dive into.
Highly recommend it if you’re into complex characters and a world that’s as dangerous as it is intriguing!
May 22, 2025
Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest is a gripping YA dystopian-fantasy that blends dark world-building with deep emotional stakes. Set in a bleak society where human sacrifices fuel both fear and fertility, the novel follows Sayra Beech, daughter of a powerful magistrate, and Finch, a spy for the resistance. Sayra’s journey—from loyal daughter to reluctant revolutionary—is made even more compelling when she becomes the vessel for an ancient magic tied to the spirit realm.
Doughtry’s world-building is immersive and detailed, revealing the city’s history and magic through natural storytelling rather than exposition. The parallels between sun and moon, power and oppression, and tradition and rebellion lend the novel a mythic tone, while the moral dilemmas feel raw and timely.
The novel’s emotional weight is carried by its characters, particularly Sayra, whose internal struggle is as intense as the external conflict. Her loyalty to her family clashes with her growing horror at the society’s brutality, and her connection to her best friend Stratus adds urgency to her choices. Finch, too, is a strong counterpart, driven by quiet resilience and moral clarity. Together, their paths intertwine in a way that highlights both the costs and courage of resistance. This is a story that lingers—unsettling, powerful, and ultimately hopeful in its call for change.
Doughtry’s world-building is immersive and detailed, revealing the city’s history and magic through natural storytelling rather than exposition. The parallels between sun and moon, power and oppression, and tradition and rebellion lend the novel a mythic tone, while the moral dilemmas feel raw and timely.
The novel’s emotional weight is carried by its characters, particularly Sayra, whose internal struggle is as intense as the external conflict. Her loyalty to her family clashes with her growing horror at the society’s brutality, and her connection to her best friend Stratus adds urgency to her choices. Finch, too, is a strong counterpart, driven by quiet resilience and moral clarity. Together, their paths intertwine in a way that highlights both the costs and courage of resistance. This is a story that lingers—unsettling, powerful, and ultimately hopeful in its call for change.
September 10, 2025
Engaging and Creative
I picked up Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest not knowing what to expect, and I was pulled in almost immediately. The story is dark and intense, set in a city where brutal rituals are passed off as sacred tradition. As I read about Sayra Beech, the daughter of the Head Magistrate, I could feel the weight of her struggle. Watching her forced into participating in horrifying practices while slowly discovering her own power kept me turning the pages.
What really worked for me was the mix of dystopian tension and magical elements. The scenes of sacrifice were disturbing, but they gave the world a raw edge that made the stakes feel real. I also connected with Sayra’s friendship with Stratus. Knowing his father was imprisoned for being a magician added another layer of danger that made their relationship feel fragile and urgent.
The pacing sometimes slowed when introducing lore and background, but the payoffs in action and character revelations were worth it. I liked how Sayra’s powers were revealed gradually, and how her choices never felt easy. The author built a world filled with corruption, rebellion, and complicated relationships that felt believable.
By the end, I was invested and curious about what comes next in the saga. This book left an impression. A great candiodate for TV adaption with minor tweaks.
I picked up Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest not knowing what to expect, and I was pulled in almost immediately. The story is dark and intense, set in a city where brutal rituals are passed off as sacred tradition. As I read about Sayra Beech, the daughter of the Head Magistrate, I could feel the weight of her struggle. Watching her forced into participating in horrifying practices while slowly discovering her own power kept me turning the pages.
What really worked for me was the mix of dystopian tension and magical elements. The scenes of sacrifice were disturbing, but they gave the world a raw edge that made the stakes feel real. I also connected with Sayra’s friendship with Stratus. Knowing his father was imprisoned for being a magician added another layer of danger that made their relationship feel fragile and urgent.
The pacing sometimes slowed when introducing lore and background, but the payoffs in action and character revelations were worth it. I liked how Sayra’s powers were revealed gradually, and how her choices never felt easy. The author built a world filled with corruption, rebellion, and complicated relationships that felt believable.
By the end, I was invested and curious about what comes next in the saga. This book left an impression. A great candiodate for TV adaption with minor tweaks.
April 7, 2025
Blithe Haven isn’t the kind of fantasy that whisks you away to a world of wonder, it drags you, deliberately and unflinchingly, into a place where beauty and brutality coexist. B.R. Doughtry has crafted a haunting setting in Blithe Haven, a city steeped in tradition so violent it has become sacred, and characters who have no choice but to reckon with the power those traditions hold over their lives.
At the heart of the story is Sayra Beech, a character I found myself rooting for not because she is fearless or flawless, but because she is deeply human. Her slow awakening to the horrors around her, and her complicated position as both daughter of the oppressor and reluctant bearer of ancient power, makes for a compelling internal journey. The weight of expectation, loyalty, and guilt is tangible on every page.
The worldbuilding is meticulous but never overbearing. Instead of info-dumping, Doughtry feeds history and myth through dialogue, memory, and quiet revelation. The city feels lived-in, worn down by time and tyranny. The magic system, tied to a mysterious spirit realm, is more eerie than dazzling, which I appreciated. It suits the tone of the book.
Not for the faint of heart, but worth it if you’re drawn to dark, thoughtful fantasy that doesn’t look away.
At the heart of the story is Sayra Beech, a character I found myself rooting for not because she is fearless or flawless, but because she is deeply human. Her slow awakening to the horrors around her, and her complicated position as both daughter of the oppressor and reluctant bearer of ancient power, makes for a compelling internal journey. The weight of expectation, loyalty, and guilt is tangible on every page.
The worldbuilding is meticulous but never overbearing. Instead of info-dumping, Doughtry feeds history and myth through dialogue, memory, and quiet revelation. The city feels lived-in, worn down by time and tyranny. The magic system, tied to a mysterious spirit realm, is more eerie than dazzling, which I appreciated. It suits the tone of the book.
Not for the faint of heart, but worth it if you’re drawn to dark, thoughtful fantasy that doesn’t look away.
July 4, 2025
Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest by B.R. Doughtry follows the story of Sayra Beech, a resident of Blithe Haven who is forced to partake in some brutal religious ceremonies in order to appease the ancient gods of her town, and Finch, someone trying to resist the oppressive leaders. It is a cruel book set in a dystopian world filled of darkness.
The world building by the author is particularly notable, with some really deeply embedded customs and lore that is well explained and dropped in organically. As the plot progresses, we discover more about the world and what makes the people engage in some really evil things. This book isn’t for the faint hearted as the author really pushes the characters to the edge, testing their morals as much as anything else.
The story is straightforward and engaging, with the twists adding varying layers of complexity. The author does a good job of explaining these events and weaving them around the characters and the impact it has on them. The prologue sets up the story well, and by the end I was fully engaged with the characters and their stories.
The world building by the author is particularly notable, with some really deeply embedded customs and lore that is well explained and dropped in organically. As the plot progresses, we discover more about the world and what makes the people engage in some really evil things. This book isn’t for the faint hearted as the author really pushes the characters to the edge, testing their morals as much as anything else.
The story is straightforward and engaging, with the twists adding varying layers of complexity. The author does a good job of explaining these events and weaving them around the characters and the impact it has on them. The prologue sets up the story well, and by the end I was fully engaged with the characters and their stories.
July 29, 2025
“Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest,” by B.R. Doughtry, is dark dystopian story set in the small town of Blithe Haven with echoes of District 13 of Hunger Games. Sayra Beech is the daughter of the Head Magistrate who forces Sayra to participate in the annual event of burning the "selected" townsfolk to use the ashes to fertilize the magical Blithe fruit crops. Sayra’s only friend, Stratus, is a commoner whose own father is imprisoned for being a powerful magician but won't use it to benefit the Realm. Since turning 18, Stratus is in danger of becoming one of the many who are sacrificed. Sayra who is also turning 18, starts to realise that she has spiritual powers. She embarks on an adventure of discovery with three other outcasts to hone her skills and learn how to control this newfound power. Is she the prophecised, all powerful, goddess who will deliver her people from the corrupt system lead by her own father? Will she be able to pay the ultimate price for such gifts and how will it end? Read this action packed, high stakes dark fairy tale to find out. Great world building and characters you'll love to hate!
November 16, 2024
“Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest,” by B.R. Doughtry, is a compelling dystopian story set in a post-cataclysmic city called Blithe Haven, where people worship ancient gods and have taken on brutal practices (If you have any triggers, I would avoid this book). The protagonist is Sayra Beech, the daughter of Blithe Haven’s formidable and heartless noble, who forces Sayra to participate in the murderous rituals he mandates. Sayra’s best friend, Stratus, is a commoner; even worse, he is the son of a notorious and gifted magician, Castor, who has been imprisoned for the past 18 years, so Stratus is in constant danger of becoming one of the many who are sacrificed. Can Sayra keep him safe, or will her friendship with him lead to his death? Sayra learns from Castor that she is gifted can may be able to defeat her father and his evil followers. She is bestowed a gift from the spirit realm that provides great power…but may come with a weighty price. This book is a great choice for readers of dark, dystopian tales.
February 6, 2025
Blithe Haven is a city where large-scale sacrifices take place every year as part of the harvest festival. The book has a dark fantasy feel with magic and sword fighting, but the events take place 500 years after a great cataclysm giving it that dystopian aspect.
The main character is Sarya Beech, the daughter of the evil Magistrate who rules the city. She is unlike the other callous nobles and finds the sacrifices cruel and unnecessary. After her friend is attacked and left in a coma, she goes on a journey and along the way, discovers she has more power than she thinks. A secondary storyline featuring a resistance member and spy adds to the intrigue and worldbuilding.
The story is dark with much murder, rape, and torture, but if that doesn't bother you, it is a unique world, and although it's the first in a series, book 1 is a complete story that leads to a satisfying conclusion.
The main character is Sarya Beech, the daughter of the evil Magistrate who rules the city. She is unlike the other callous nobles and finds the sacrifices cruel and unnecessary. After her friend is attacked and left in a coma, she goes on a journey and along the way, discovers she has more power than she thinks. A secondary storyline featuring a resistance member and spy adds to the intrigue and worldbuilding.
The story is dark with much murder, rape, and torture, but if that doesn't bother you, it is a unique world, and although it's the first in a series, book 1 is a complete story that leads to a satisfying conclusion.
December 29, 2024
I just finished reading the book "Blithe Haven: The Red Harvest" that is a story written by B.R. Doughtry is a poignant exploration of the delicate interplay between nature and human existence, wrapped in a narrative that blends elements of fantasy and reality. The story unfolds in the picturesque village of Blithe Haven, a place seemingly untouched by time. The evil rulers offer human sacrifices each year which the people want to stop. The author’s portrayal of the characters invites readers to empathize with their circumstances, fostering a deeper understanding of the choices they make. As the villagers strive for a successful harvest, they must confront the impact of their agricultural practices on the land. Through its exploration of themes such as the cycle of life, the interconnectedness of community, and the impact of human actions on nature, the story invites readers to reflect on their choices and their consequences. I think there will be some people who enjoy reading this story.
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