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Spice Bringer
A deadly disease. A vanishing remedy. A breathless journey.
All her life, Niya's known she will die young from the fatal rasp. She survives only with the aid of vitrisar spice and a magical, curmudgeonly fire salamander named Alk. Then an ambitious princess burns down the vitrisar grove in an effort to steal Alk so she can claim her rightful throne. Joined by Jayesh, a disgraced monk, Niya and Alk must flee to the faraway Hidden Temple with the last vitrisar plant, or all who suffer from the rasp will perish.
But even as Niya’s frustration and banter with Jayesh deepen to affection, the rasp is stealing away her breath and life.
For a girl with limited time and a crippling quest, love may be more painful than death.
All her life, Niya's known she will die young from the fatal rasp. She survives only with the aid of vitrisar spice and a magical, curmudgeonly fire salamander named Alk. Then an ambitious princess burns down the vitrisar grove in an effort to steal Alk so she can claim her rightful throne. Joined by Jayesh, a disgraced monk, Niya and Alk must flee to the faraway Hidden Temple with the last vitrisar plant, or all who suffer from the rasp will perish.
But even as Niya’s frustration and banter with Jayesh deepen to affection, the rasp is stealing away her breath and life.
For a girl with limited time and a crippling quest, love may be more painful than death.
327 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 28, 2018
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H.L. Burke
96 books566 followersBorn in a small town in north central Oregon, H. L. Burke spent most of her childhood around trees and farm animals and was always accompanied by a book. Growing up with epic heroes from Middle Earth and Narnia keeping her company, she also became an incurable romantic.
An addictive personality, she jumped from one fandom to another, being at times completely obsessed with various books, movies, or television series (Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and Star Trek all took their turns), but she has grown to be what she considers a well-rounded connoisseur of geek culture.
Married to her high school crush who is now a US Marine, she has moved multiple times in her adult life but believes that home is wherever her husband, two daughters, and pets are.
She is the author of a four part fantasy/romance series entitled "The Dragon and the Scholar," the Award Winning (2016 Realm Award for Young Adult Fiction) Nyssa Glass Steampunk series, and MG/Fantasy "Cora and the Nurse Dragon," among others .
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An addictive personality, she jumped from one fandom to another, being at times completely obsessed with various books, movies, or television series (Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and Star Trek all took their turns), but she has grown to be what she considers a well-rounded connoisseur of geek culture.
Married to her high school crush who is now a US Marine, she has moved multiple times in her adult life but believes that home is wherever her husband, two daughters, and pets are.
She is the author of a four part fantasy/romance series entitled "The Dragon and the Scholar," the Award Winning (2016 Realm Award for Young Adult Fiction) Nyssa Glass Steampunk series, and MG/Fantasy "Cora and the Nurse Dragon," among others .
Sign up for her monthly newsletter at www.hlburkeauthor.com
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January 30, 2019
H. L. Burke has long been one of my favorite authors in the indie publishing sphere, thanks to her delightful characters, brilliant magic systems, and superlative world building. Spice Bringer is no exception to her usual high standard of quality—and incidentally, it’s also an example of diversity done right in fiction (in more ways than one).
Niya lives in a world ravaged by an incurable plague known as “the rasp,” which begins with a persistent, painful cough and ends in death. The story revolves around her quest to protect the last specimen of a rare spice that can prolong the lives of rasp victims and ease their suffering, even if it can’t cure them completely. In addition, she needs to guard Alk, an entertainingly-pompous talking fire salamander pursued by a princess who is desperate to kill him as part of a scheme to secure her throne and avoid an arranged marriage. If Niya is to succeed, however, she’ll have to team up with Jayesh, a banished monk with whom she doesn’t exactly hit it off.
If you’re thinking that all this sounds like a terrific setup for a unique fantasy story, you’re absolutely right. But one of the things that makes this book so great is that nothing turns out quite the way you’d have expected it to.
The usual elements of an H. L. Burke story that I mentioned before are all present and accounted for in Spice Bringer. The characters are distinctive and engaging, and their conflicting motivations make for some very interesting twists in the tale. The book’s intriguing magical elements stem from Alk’s connection to Niya, which grants her the power to create and control fire.
What really sets this book apart, though, is its story-world, as well as the interesting set of religions which permeate it. There is clearly an Indian motif at play, which manifests not only in the aesthetic and the character names but also in the polytheism of the world’s culture. This might seem like an unusual creative choice, given that Burke is known for weaving Christian themes into her books in subtle yet effective ways. This is no less the case in Spice Bringer, but the way in which the Christian themes manifest is surprising and extremely effective.
Throughout the story, various gods are mentioned: the Kind God, the Just God, the All-Knowing God, and so on. It doesn’t take a Christian reader long to see what Burke is doing. Each God is actually a different attribute of the one true God, and each of the religions in the book has attached itself to a different aspect of His character. Because the descriptions of the different gods so strongly evoke the Bible, the reader is naturally drawn to Christian conclusions rather than pluralistic ones. Spice Bringer, therefore, succeeds in communicating the Christian message without including an obvious Christian character who shatters subtlety by explaining the mistakes of the polytheists in detail. At the same time, however, the Christian message is not diluted by any pluralistic sermonizing. I don’t normally look for witnessing tools in Christian fantasy, since books written with this intent are often tiresome. And it’s clear that Spice Bringer is meant to be a great story rather than an evangelistic device. However, I would still eagerly recommend this book to someone I was trying to reach with the gospel, since I believe it could lead to some very fruitful discussions.
Spice Bringer is one of the best indie books I read in 2018. It made me laugh and tear up in equal measure (and it will probably do the same to you, so be forewarned). I won’t spoil the ending, but I will say that it left me both deeply moved and completely satisfied. Normally, once I finish a book I’ve really enjoyed, I’m hopeful for a sequel–but while I would love to read more from this unique world Burke has created, I actually feel that all the characters got the perfect conclusion. I wouldn’t change anything in the book’s plot. This title is well worth your time, so be sure to add it to your reading list. 5/5 snarky salamanders.
Niya lives in a world ravaged by an incurable plague known as “the rasp,” which begins with a persistent, painful cough and ends in death. The story revolves around her quest to protect the last specimen of a rare spice that can prolong the lives of rasp victims and ease their suffering, even if it can’t cure them completely. In addition, she needs to guard Alk, an entertainingly-pompous talking fire salamander pursued by a princess who is desperate to kill him as part of a scheme to secure her throne and avoid an arranged marriage. If Niya is to succeed, however, she’ll have to team up with Jayesh, a banished monk with whom she doesn’t exactly hit it off.
If you’re thinking that all this sounds like a terrific setup for a unique fantasy story, you’re absolutely right. But one of the things that makes this book so great is that nothing turns out quite the way you’d have expected it to.
The usual elements of an H. L. Burke story that I mentioned before are all present and accounted for in Spice Bringer. The characters are distinctive and engaging, and their conflicting motivations make for some very interesting twists in the tale. The book’s intriguing magical elements stem from Alk’s connection to Niya, which grants her the power to create and control fire.
What really sets this book apart, though, is its story-world, as well as the interesting set of religions which permeate it. There is clearly an Indian motif at play, which manifests not only in the aesthetic and the character names but also in the polytheism of the world’s culture. This might seem like an unusual creative choice, given that Burke is known for weaving Christian themes into her books in subtle yet effective ways. This is no less the case in Spice Bringer, but the way in which the Christian themes manifest is surprising and extremely effective.
Throughout the story, various gods are mentioned: the Kind God, the Just God, the All-Knowing God, and so on. It doesn’t take a Christian reader long to see what Burke is doing. Each God is actually a different attribute of the one true God, and each of the religions in the book has attached itself to a different aspect of His character. Because the descriptions of the different gods so strongly evoke the Bible, the reader is naturally drawn to Christian conclusions rather than pluralistic ones. Spice Bringer, therefore, succeeds in communicating the Christian message without including an obvious Christian character who shatters subtlety by explaining the mistakes of the polytheists in detail. At the same time, however, the Christian message is not diluted by any pluralistic sermonizing. I don’t normally look for witnessing tools in Christian fantasy, since books written with this intent are often tiresome. And it’s clear that Spice Bringer is meant to be a great story rather than an evangelistic device. However, I would still eagerly recommend this book to someone I was trying to reach with the gospel, since I believe it could lead to some very fruitful discussions.
Spice Bringer is one of the best indie books I read in 2018. It made me laugh and tear up in equal measure (and it will probably do the same to you, so be forewarned). I won’t spoil the ending, but I will say that it left me both deeply moved and completely satisfied. Normally, once I finish a book I’ve really enjoyed, I’m hopeful for a sequel–but while I would love to read more from this unique world Burke has created, I actually feel that all the characters got the perfect conclusion. I wouldn’t change anything in the book’s plot. This title is well worth your time, so be sure to add it to your reading list. 5/5 snarky salamanders.
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July 12, 2018don't mind me ... just adding books I wrote to my "read" list to pad out my Goodreads challenge again ...
August 18, 2018
4.5 stars
*stares at keyboard trying to decide what to say*
This book was unexpected. I admit that I didn't love the beginning and wasn't engaged as much as I thought I would be. (That might have something to do with a certain "lizard." Haha!) However as things progress and Niya experiences life in a whole new way, the story wouldn't let go.
There aren't really words to explain the things she learns and experiences. It's just something that sticks in your mind and leaves you on edge as well as sometimes wishing things were different. Yet, it was in those moments she learned so much!
Quite a few moments I was surprised by turn of events and will totally admit that I cried (like to almost the point of sobbing). The last turn of events was deeply moving and just felt a whole range of emotions.
I want to mention that this is probably my third or fourth book by this author and I totally admire how she can write such a strong clean romance that is realistic. I was especially touched by this one and the struggles both of these young people have to handle and go through. Was extremely well done!
This story takes readers on quite the adventure, and one that requires patience and a box of tissues. Highly recommend to fantasy readers!
*(Many thanks to the publisher and author for providing me an ARC. I was not required to write a review or positive one. All thoughts expressed are my own.)*
*stares at keyboard trying to decide what to say*
This book was unexpected. I admit that I didn't love the beginning and wasn't engaged as much as I thought I would be. (That might have something to do with a certain "lizard." Haha!) However as things progress and Niya experiences life in a whole new way, the story wouldn't let go.
There aren't really words to explain the things she learns and experiences. It's just something that sticks in your mind and leaves you on edge as well as sometimes wishing things were different. Yet, it was in those moments she learned so much!
Quite a few moments I was surprised by turn of events and will totally admit that I cried (like to almost the point of sobbing). The last turn of events was deeply moving and just felt a whole range of emotions.
I want to mention that this is probably my third or fourth book by this author and I totally admire how she can write such a strong clean romance that is realistic. I was especially touched by this one and the struggles both of these young people have to handle and go through. Was extremely well done!
This story takes readers on quite the adventure, and one that requires patience and a box of tissues. Highly recommend to fantasy readers!
*(Many thanks to the publisher and author for providing me an ARC. I was not required to write a review or positive one. All thoughts expressed are my own.)*
September 16, 2025
Started out really strong only to fall flat when I couldn’t connect with the characters, things dragged on and ON in the middle, and the bittersweet ending made me feel nothing.
I LOVE the India setting and cultural elements and while not a good thing to “like” (even though I did) was the well crafted fictional rasp disease. Also found it very interesting how the author “split” our real God’s personality into three different fantasy gods and therefore showed different aspects of Him in a more detailed light. Very different choice that she pulled off really well despite its sometimes oddness. I honestly thought there was going to be a reveal at the end like, “they were all actually one god all along, not three!” but that didn’t happen and I don’t know how I feel about it, haha.
The characters were fine though Niya and Alk annoyed me more then I care to admit which did make it super hard to like them for a good chunk of the book. The princess irritated me and Jayeish was just there, so pretty underwhelming character wise for me. The romance was okay though I don’t like how the first kiss was handled, as it was due to heightened emotions of a death (I’m being vague to avoid spoilers) and it just felt…wrong. Like this isn’t romantic, it’s weird, but aside from that it was fine.
The worldbuilding was definitely the highlight for me (which is weird, lol) but other then that I didn’t really care about what was happening with these characters, which is super disappointing as I really wanted to like this story more then I did.
‼️Content‼️
TRIGGER WARNING: a character has a terminal illness
Language: ass
Violence: a man is stabbed in the side (not detailed); injuries and blood (not detailed); fighting with weapons and magic (not detailed); evil spirits can take over a body and kill the soul of said body after a blood sacrifice (not shown in a positive light)
Sexual: kissing (not detailed); mild suggestive hints/comments; mentions of wedding nights and creating a baby
Alcohol/Drugs: a character is poisoned
Other: magic; magical abilities/creatures; fantasy gods in a fantasy world; death and grief; a character has a terminal illness; evil spirits and gateways to the spirit realm
I LOVE the India setting and cultural elements and while not a good thing to “like” (even though I did) was the well crafted fictional rasp disease. Also found it very interesting how the author “split” our real God’s personality into three different fantasy gods and therefore showed different aspects of Him in a more detailed light. Very different choice that she pulled off really well despite its sometimes oddness. I honestly thought there was going to be a reveal at the end like, “they were all actually one god all along, not three!” but that didn’t happen and I don’t know how I feel about it, haha.
The characters were fine though Niya and Alk annoyed me more then I care to admit which did make it super hard to like them for a good chunk of the book. The princess irritated me and Jayeish was just there, so pretty underwhelming character wise for me. The romance was okay though I don’t like how the first kiss was handled, as it was due to heightened emotions of a death (I’m being vague to avoid spoilers) and it just felt…wrong. Like this isn’t romantic, it’s weird, but aside from that it was fine.
The worldbuilding was definitely the highlight for me (which is weird, lol) but other then that I didn’t really care about what was happening with these characters, which is super disappointing as I really wanted to like this story more then I did.
‼️Content‼️
TRIGGER WARNING: a character has a terminal illness
Language: ass
Violence: a man is stabbed in the side (not detailed); injuries and blood (not detailed); fighting with weapons and magic (not detailed); evil spirits can take over a body and kill the soul of said body after a blood sacrifice (not shown in a positive light)
Sexual: kissing (not detailed); mild suggestive hints/comments; mentions of wedding nights and creating a baby
Alcohol/Drugs: a character is poisoned
Other: magic; magical abilities/creatures; fantasy gods in a fantasy world; death and grief; a character has a terminal illness; evil spirits and gateways to the spirit realm
July 28, 2018
You want to read this book. Definitely the best YA fantasy title I've read in some time. Five plus stars!
These three characters are realistic and relatable. You want to despise the princess because of the heartache she causes for Niya, but since Burke gives you scenes from the princess’s point of view, you know what’s motivating her. And it’s a reasonable and justifiable motivation.
Niya’s death sentence makes her live every moment to the full. But it also makes her leery of emotional attachments. After all, she’s going to die, and whoever loves her will be brokenhearted.
Jayesh has his own baggage. His tendency to over-think every decision and wait to act puts him in conflict with Niya’s immediacy. Since he rescues her at their first meeting, we cheer him on to the end. He’s a good guy, and he deserves to find the redemption he seeks.
The magical elements are neatly interwoven into the setting and characters. It was easy to believe each one. Burke does a great job of explaining what could be unbelievable in a way that doesn’t rob it of it’s mysticism (The Force was way more interesting before it was explained).
I laughed at the character dialog and interaction. I cried at the heartaches and losses. Even though I predicted who would make the first and greatest sacrifice, I still couldn't stop the tears. A book that makes me laugh and cry deserves the highest form of praise.
I received an ARC from the publisher. This review is my own independent and fair evaluation.
These three characters are realistic and relatable. You want to despise the princess because of the heartache she causes for Niya, but since Burke gives you scenes from the princess’s point of view, you know what’s motivating her. And it’s a reasonable and justifiable motivation.
Niya’s death sentence makes her live every moment to the full. But it also makes her leery of emotional attachments. After all, she’s going to die, and whoever loves her will be brokenhearted.
Jayesh has his own baggage. His tendency to over-think every decision and wait to act puts him in conflict with Niya’s immediacy. Since he rescues her at their first meeting, we cheer him on to the end. He’s a good guy, and he deserves to find the redemption he seeks.
The magical elements are neatly interwoven into the setting and characters. It was easy to believe each one. Burke does a great job of explaining what could be unbelievable in a way that doesn’t rob it of it’s mysticism (The Force was way more interesting before it was explained).
I laughed at the character dialog and interaction. I cried at the heartaches and losses. Even though I predicted who would make the first and greatest sacrifice, I still couldn't stop the tears. A book that makes me laugh and cry deserves the highest form of praise.
I received an ARC from the publisher. This review is my own independent and fair evaluation.
July 31, 2018
AHHHHH. Probably my favorite of H. L. Burke's books that I've read yet (yes that's only three BUT).
Niya is such a beautifully complex AND RELATABLE character oh my word. Jayesh...is basically significant other goals--smart and generous and compassionate and not above a little philosophizing now and then AND the man can sew. Alk is Mushu but if Mushu were a crusty though soft-hearted great-uncle. And Advika is probably my favorite character after Alk when it comes to character portrayal. I LOVED how she was set up as an antagonist--but also such a sympathetic character! Beautifully done.
The world was lush, rather Eastern/Indian in its flavors, and the plot well-paced and well-written. I cried more than once reading this book. Ahhhhh so good.
The only reason I regret reading this in advance is that I don't get to have that beautiful cover sitting on a shelf.
I was kindly provided with an ARC for review purposes; all opinions, gushing, tears etc. in this review are entirely my own.
Niya is such a beautifully complex AND RELATABLE character oh my word. Jayesh...is basically significant other goals--smart and generous and compassionate and not above a little philosophizing now and then AND the man can sew. Alk is Mushu but if Mushu were a crusty though soft-hearted great-uncle. And Advika is probably my favorite character after Alk when it comes to character portrayal. I LOVED how she was set up as an antagonist--but also such a sympathetic character! Beautifully done.
The world was lush, rather Eastern/Indian in its flavors, and the plot well-paced and well-written. I cried more than once reading this book. Ahhhhh so good.
The only reason I regret reading this in advance is that I don't get to have that beautiful cover sitting on a shelf.
I was kindly provided with an ARC for review purposes; all opinions, gushing, tears etc. in this review are entirely my own.
July 20, 2019
Wow, that was an adventure and a half! This book gets the unique distinction as being the second book that has made me cry, and I cried actual tears three times while reading it. The intense journey had me mentally leaning forward hoping to propel the characters forward just a little faster. The unique worldbuilding (especially the religions), the fact that the characters grew through adversity, and the bittersweet end makes this a new favorite of mine.
August 15, 2018
Wow. This book. I laughed, I cried, I pondered life. Great stuff! Niya was such a strong character, and it was sad but eye opening to explore her mindset as someone with a fatal illness. Jayesh made me grin so much, he was so sweet and came so far in his journey of healing from his past mistakes. Their relationship definitely made me swoon on more than one occasion :) And Alk! I'll admit I really hated him at first, so I was surprised by how much he meant to me by the end. The worldbuilding was interesting, especially the way it all came together at the end. I SO want to say more, but...spoilers. So you just have to read it!
*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.*
*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.*
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July 29, 2018My computer will not let me rate this book on goodreads, but I plan to give it a five-star rating on amazon. Spice Bringer was amazing!
In a world of vast jungles, seas, spirit valleys and Hidden Temples, a young woman suffers from a deadly disease. She lives at a Hospice with Ovar, her adopted father, and a snarky salamander named Alk. Ovar tends the only vitrisar grove, a place that contains life-giving medicine for those suffering from the deadly rasp. But a princess's desperation to claim her rightful throne places the vitrisar grove and its keepers in danger. Can a rasp-afflicted girl, a fire salamander and a guilt-wracked monk be the only ones who can save the one surviving vitrisar seedling? Can they transport it to the only place where it may thrive and save many lives?
The detail in this story is rich and vivid. I loved the many different settings, and each location in the author's world sprang vividly to life. The novel is fast-paced, and I could not put it down. What truly endeared this novel to me, however, were the characters. Niya is a strong heroine without being know-it-all or overbearing. In fact, her illness made me appreciate her strength even more. Jayesh was such a wonderful sidekick. It was so refreshing to find a YA novel that portrayed a young man who is not conceited and who respects those around him. Princess Advika was multi-layered as well, and while her pursuit of Niya and Jayesh was frustrating, her motivations were understandable. I enjoyed her sister as well and would have loved to learn more about her. I loved the element of surprise in Advika's plot thread, that things were not what they seemed. And, Alk! My! I loathed him at first, but by the end of the novel, he had won my heart completely. His character reminded me a bit of one of my favorite characters in literature, the Marsh-Wiggle Puddleglum from C.S. Lewis' The Silver Chair.
The secondary characters were just as vivid and dynamic. My favorite was a young girl named Susu.
Favorite chapter: Chapter 18.
Spice Bringer is a riveting tale of life's uncertainty and our places within it. An adventure story, it is also a tale of the weak finding strength to accomplish marvelous things, of the guilty finding redemption and of unexpected gifts. Please give this riveting story a chance. Thoroughly recommended! God bless you all.
I received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for a review, but all opinions are my own.
In a world of vast jungles, seas, spirit valleys and Hidden Temples, a young woman suffers from a deadly disease. She lives at a Hospice with Ovar, her adopted father, and a snarky salamander named Alk. Ovar tends the only vitrisar grove, a place that contains life-giving medicine for those suffering from the deadly rasp. But a princess's desperation to claim her rightful throne places the vitrisar grove and its keepers in danger. Can a rasp-afflicted girl, a fire salamander and a guilt-wracked monk be the only ones who can save the one surviving vitrisar seedling? Can they transport it to the only place where it may thrive and save many lives?
The detail in this story is rich and vivid. I loved the many different settings, and each location in the author's world sprang vividly to life. The novel is fast-paced, and I could not put it down. What truly endeared this novel to me, however, were the characters. Niya is a strong heroine without being know-it-all or overbearing. In fact, her illness made me appreciate her strength even more. Jayesh was such a wonderful sidekick. It was so refreshing to find a YA novel that portrayed a young man who is not conceited and who respects those around him. Princess Advika was multi-layered as well, and while her pursuit of Niya and Jayesh was frustrating, her motivations were understandable. I enjoyed her sister as well and would have loved to learn more about her. I loved the element of surprise in Advika's plot thread, that things were not what they seemed. And, Alk! My! I loathed him at first, but by the end of the novel, he had won my heart completely. His character reminded me a bit of one of my favorite characters in literature, the Marsh-Wiggle Puddleglum from C.S. Lewis' The Silver Chair.
The secondary characters were just as vivid and dynamic. My favorite was a young girl named Susu.
Favorite chapter: Chapter 18.
Spice Bringer is a riveting tale of life's uncertainty and our places within it. An adventure story, it is also a tale of the weak finding strength to accomplish marvelous things, of the guilty finding redemption and of unexpected gifts. Please give this riveting story a chance. Thoroughly recommended! God bless you all.
I received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for a review, but all opinions are my own.
July 13, 2018
This book coveres all the bases for me. Great characters, believable world building, plot twists, high stakes, sweet romance, and one really snarky salamander. I love when a book sticks with you long after you read it and that's exactly what this book does. It brings up interesting topics about life, death, purpose, and responsibility. It does this without bogging down the story in any way. The entire book is a bit of a race against time, so I never wanted to put it down. I easily connected with the characters. Through their struggles and joys, I would find myself in tears one moment and smiling the next. Fantastic book! I highly recommend it!
January 3, 2020
This is such an interesting and unique book, I'm not sure what to rate it or say about it in a review. The worldbuilding is very unique with a setting in the jungle and caravan roads and a culture influenced by India. The main character is suffering a disease that will kill her sooner rather than later, adding an aditional urgency to the book as her own life is ticking away. The fire salamanders were cool, though it took me a while to warm to Alk because he was kind of mean in the beginning. But that was part of his character growth.
The religion aspect was unique as well. It is polytheistic with monks following various orders. But it was also heavily influenced by a Christian worldview and used the polytheism to examine deep discussions from different angles. It will not be everyone's favorite approach but it is challenging and makes the reader think.
I listened to the audiobook version, and the narrator does a good job.
The religion aspect was unique as well. It is polytheistic with monks following various orders. But it was also heavily influenced by a Christian worldview and used the polytheism to examine deep discussions from different angles. It will not be everyone's favorite approach but it is challenging and makes the reader think.
I listened to the audiobook version, and the narrator does a good job.
March 11, 2022
[Audio ARC]
This was lovely
Spice Bringer is a clean, YA, romantic/epic fantasy story with multiple third person POV's. There were some voices the narrator did that didn't work so well for me, but overall it was done well and I really actually found myself looking forward to my moments of listening to this audiobook the further i got along.
Favourites:
- Romance: the first third of the book didn't suggest any romantic fantasy so the importance of the romance plot came as a bit of a surprise later on, but it's done in such a sweet way between these sort of enemies-to friends-to lovers that I actually really enjoyed it.
- Conflict between characters: I loved this! I loved the way we see these characters and how their 'main goals' were in such conflict with eachother, even though they all had good intentions. That really ramped up the tension!
- World building: so good! It's not the first time I've said how impressed I am with Burke's world building. We've got beautifully crafted people of various races and cultures, exotic fantasy animals, foods and scenery. This world came alive around me as I listened to the story.
What I missed:
- Repetition & voice: a few small things were repeated unnecessarily. As a reader, I like to know the author trusts me to follow along without that. And as mentioned above, here and there the audio narrator grated on me a little though I enjoyed her overall.
Sexual content: none really, except for a sweet, completely non-steamy, non-graphic moment that suggests a couple if about to have their wedding night
Coarse language: none
Violence and gore: mild to moderate violence, mild gore
Other: terminal illness and discrimination, religion is an important theme
Conclusion
If you like a clean YA romantic story of epic proportions with travel in a diverse world, pretty badass heroines, monks dealing with a faith crisis, and a spreading terminal illness that needs a cure requiring lots of self sacrifice, this is the story for you!
This was lovely
Spice Bringer is a clean, YA, romantic/epic fantasy story with multiple third person POV's. There were some voices the narrator did that didn't work so well for me, but overall it was done well and I really actually found myself looking forward to my moments of listening to this audiobook the further i got along.
Favourites:
- Romance: the first third of the book didn't suggest any romantic fantasy so the importance of the romance plot came as a bit of a surprise later on, but it's done in such a sweet way between these sort of enemies-to friends-to lovers that I actually really enjoyed it.
- Conflict between characters: I loved this! I loved the way we see these characters and how their 'main goals' were in such conflict with eachother, even though they all had good intentions. That really ramped up the tension!
- World building: so good! It's not the first time I've said how impressed I am with Burke's world building. We've got beautifully crafted people of various races and cultures, exotic fantasy animals, foods and scenery. This world came alive around me as I listened to the story.
What I missed:
- Repetition & voice: a few small things were repeated unnecessarily. As a reader, I like to know the author trusts me to follow along without that. And as mentioned above, here and there the audio narrator grated on me a little though I enjoyed her overall.
Sexual content: none really, except for a sweet, completely non-steamy, non-graphic moment that suggests a couple if about to have their wedding night
Coarse language: none
Violence and gore: mild to moderate violence, mild gore
Other: terminal illness and discrimination, religion is an important theme
Conclusion
If you like a clean YA romantic story of epic proportions with travel in a diverse world, pretty badass heroines, monks dealing with a faith crisis, and a spreading terminal illness that needs a cure requiring lots of self sacrifice, this is the story for you!
September 11, 2018
I'm not crying, you're crying. Review to come!
August 28, 2018
Ever since I read Coiled, I think I've been a little bit of a Burke fan. So I was quite excited for Spice Bringer!
The story is set in a lush, beautiful, fantasy world--full of colour and spice--with slightly Indian undertones. I was initially slightly wary of this--after all the publishing kerfuffle and fuss, you tend to look askance at stuff like this... but whilst Burke uses the real world for inspiration, this fantasy world is all her own.
Alk, the ornery fire salamander, is one of my favourite characters in this book. He's sarcastic and prickly, hiding a caring heart that has a soft spot for the girl he watched grow up. The interplay between Niya and Alk made me chuckle with amusement many times. And the ending! <3 It made me cry.
Spice Bringer is all about Sacrifice for the Greater Good and Putting Others Above Yourself, which are good things to read about in this increasingly selfish society. It's also very much a story about Personal Responsibility and Keeping Your Promises. (And I don't really know why I'm capitalising those things.) I guess what I'm trying to say is that it's a story that believes in the good of people.
Spice Bringer is also a love story, of course. What YA fantasy isn't? But Niya knows she will never live a long life, so she vows not to fall in love... and Jayesh is supposed to be a monk, so he's not supposed to fall in love... Can you see that perfectly mushily stupid setup there? There it is... all that diabetes-inducing sweetly forbidden love. It made me cry.
You'll notice I mentioned crying twice already. Which is strange because I rarely ever cry while reading. The one short story that made me cry (a lot) was Orson Scott Card's Gert Fram. Another book I cried (a little) at was J.M. Frey's The Silenced Tale BUT I CRIED THREE TIMES IN THIS BOOK. It's either it's really good or I'm really PMS-ing, or both.
Note: I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher. I was given the book with no expectation of a positive review and the review is my own.
The story is set in a lush, beautiful, fantasy world--full of colour and spice--with slightly Indian undertones. I was initially slightly wary of this--after all the publishing kerfuffle and fuss, you tend to look askance at stuff like this... but whilst Burke uses the real world for inspiration, this fantasy world is all her own.
Alk, the ornery fire salamander, is one of my favourite characters in this book. He's sarcastic and prickly, hiding a caring heart that has a soft spot for the girl he watched grow up. The interplay between Niya and Alk made me chuckle with amusement many times. And the ending! <3 It made me cry.
Spice Bringer is all about Sacrifice for the Greater Good and Putting Others Above Yourself, which are good things to read about in this increasingly selfish society. It's also very much a story about Personal Responsibility and Keeping Your Promises. (And I don't really know why I'm capitalising those things.) I guess what I'm trying to say is that it's a story that believes in the good of people.
Spice Bringer is also a love story, of course. What YA fantasy isn't? But Niya knows she will never live a long life, so she vows not to fall in love... and Jayesh is supposed to be a monk, so he's not supposed to fall in love... Can you see that perfectly mushily stupid setup there? There it is... all that diabetes-inducing sweetly forbidden love. It made me cry.
You'll notice I mentioned crying twice already. Which is strange because I rarely ever cry while reading. The one short story that made me cry (a lot) was Orson Scott Card's Gert Fram. Another book I cried (a little) at was J.M. Frey's The Silenced Tale BUT I CRIED THREE TIMES IN THIS BOOK. It's either it's really good or I'm really PMS-ing, or both.
Note: I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher. I was given the book with no expectation of a positive review and the review is my own.
September 13, 2018
This was one of those stories that pulls you in and digs deep into your soul. It will make you laugh; it will bring you to tears; it will linger long after you finish the last page. It isn't a story for the faint of heart. After all, it's about a young girl dying from an incurable disease so how can it be a happy story, right? But it is. Somehow, it is.
A few things I loved about this story:
1. The characters. They were so well developed and so multi-faceted. Even the "villain" of the tale, the future empress, wasn't just a mindless face of evil, but a young woman with a heart and story of her own. Niya was the perfect balance of fragility and strength that every heroine needs. Jayesh was swoon-worthy, beyond words, in all the ways: flawed and yet so romantic. I'm not sure I can tell you the one thing I loved most about him because it contains spoilers. Alk--oh, horrible, sweet, awful, wonderful Alk! His story arc, to my surprise, touched me almost as deeply as Niya's: not something most sidekicks can boast of.
2. The setting. This fantasy world is so vivid and colorful. Set in an ancient realm reminiscent of our own far eastern cultures, Spice Bringer is a delicious blend of jungles, waterways, and spices. The people are just as diverse, some wonderful and others horrid.
3. The religion. This surprised me most of all. I went into this book knowing the religion wouldn't be a strict representation of Christianity, but since I've always been fascinated with other cultures and their beliefs, I wasn't worried. However, I wasn't prepared for how deeply I would like this culture and the gods they worshiped. Instead of One God with Three Persons, Ms. Burke created a three god culture that each represented a characteristic of the One God (Kind, Just, and All-Knowing). And the religion wasn't just a vague backdrop in the story, but it actually played a huge role in the characters' development and worked its way into their discussions so naturally. It was thought-provoking and fascinating.
I could go on and on. I tried hard to think of something I didn't like about this story--because I do like to be honest and open with other readers--but this story truly earned its Five Star status in my eyes. My one regret was that it was such a sad book...but this ended up being one of the things I also loved most about it. So if you love books that make you smile and sniffle in turn, if you love being swept away to foreign worlds and strange cultures, if love going on quests with consequences that reach farther than most of us could ever truly imagine, you are sure to adore Spice Bringer.
I purchased a copy of this book.
A few things I loved about this story:
1. The characters. They were so well developed and so multi-faceted. Even the "villain" of the tale, the future empress, wasn't just a mindless face of evil, but a young woman with a heart and story of her own. Niya was the perfect balance of fragility and strength that every heroine needs. Jayesh was swoon-worthy, beyond words, in all the ways: flawed and yet so romantic. I'm not sure I can tell you the one thing I loved most about him because it contains spoilers. Alk--oh, horrible, sweet, awful, wonderful Alk! His story arc, to my surprise, touched me almost as deeply as Niya's: not something most sidekicks can boast of.
2. The setting. This fantasy world is so vivid and colorful. Set in an ancient realm reminiscent of our own far eastern cultures, Spice Bringer is a delicious blend of jungles, waterways, and spices. The people are just as diverse, some wonderful and others horrid.
3. The religion. This surprised me most of all. I went into this book knowing the religion wouldn't be a strict representation of Christianity, but since I've always been fascinated with other cultures and their beliefs, I wasn't worried. However, I wasn't prepared for how deeply I would like this culture and the gods they worshiped. Instead of One God with Three Persons, Ms. Burke created a three god culture that each represented a characteristic of the One God (Kind, Just, and All-Knowing). And the religion wasn't just a vague backdrop in the story, but it actually played a huge role in the characters' development and worked its way into their discussions so naturally. It was thought-provoking and fascinating.
I could go on and on. I tried hard to think of something I didn't like about this story--because I do like to be honest and open with other readers--but this story truly earned its Five Star status in my eyes. My one regret was that it was such a sad book...but this ended up being one of the things I also loved most about it. So if you love books that make you smile and sniffle in turn, if you love being swept away to foreign worlds and strange cultures, if love going on quests with consequences that reach farther than most of us could ever truly imagine, you are sure to adore Spice Bringer.
I purchased a copy of this book.
September 12, 2018
Once in a blue moon you read a book that affects you so profoundly it's difficult to tell whether the book is just that good or you read it at just the right time. In this case, I think it's both. I've read most of Burke's writings, and she's a fantastic storyteller, but Spice Bringer is more than a great story. It's profound on many levels, has stellar characters, superb world-building, and a twisty plot full of so many unexpected things, I was left in a puddle of emotions. I just finally read The Fault in Our Stars but this book is a thousand times better showing the reality of a young girl living with a terminal disease because it's full of love and hope. Niya is an inspiration, such a strong heroine! Jayesh is so vibrantly real, and Alk the fire salamander is one of the most memorable characters ever! I know I'm gushing, and I don't care. This is the best book I've read in a long, long time (even better than The Curse of Chalion, and I didn't think a fantasy could be better than that one), and it deserves to be made into a movie. Highly recommended for lovers of fantasy with more than a dash of romance....
July 13, 2018
I've been a fan of H. L. Burke's work for a while now, but this is her best yet. Great characters, lush world, and ALL THE FEELS!
September 28, 2018
Beautiful story with such difficult themes. Wonderfully written and bittersweet all the way through, but such a good and thought-provoking tale. Highly recommend!
September 16, 2018
This is a unique, complex story with great world-building, and fun, likable characters experiencing adventure and heartbreak. It tackles some difficult themes and doesn't shy away from the hard stuff. Prepare to laugh and cry in equal measure.
* I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are entirely my own. *
* I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are entirely my own. *
August 19, 2019
"Spice Bringer" was a unique fantasy tale in many ways. I absolutely loved the setting. As the title will suggest, the fantasy world had heavy Indian/spice road influence. Not only was this beautiful and cool in its own right, but I also appreciated a less-common fantasy setting.
The premise of the story was intriguing. I appreciated that the main character struggled with a terminal illness, and I enjoyed Niya's journey of preserving something that she might never benefit from but that would help others. The fire salamander was very cat-like in personality, and I liked seeing his real affections show more and more as the story went on.
The pacing was good and upbeat, and the story never lagged.
In the end, there were a couple things that hindered my enjoyment of the story. I hadn't realized that romance would play such a large role in the narrative; about half-way through, it slips heavily into the fantasy romance genre. I'm not much of a fan of romance at all, but I know others will enjoy the story more because of that relationship. There were also several inconsistencies that bothered me, and I was a bit disappointed in the treatment of the antagonist who started off seeming reasonable with relatable motivations but then for a large part of the story became more of a standard power-crazed villain.
If you like vibrant fantasy with heavy (but clean) romance, unique characters, an interesting setting, and a fast-paced journey on a desperate quest, you will love Spice Bringer.
The premise of the story was intriguing. I appreciated that the main character struggled with a terminal illness, and I enjoyed Niya's journey of preserving something that she might never benefit from but that would help others. The fire salamander was very cat-like in personality, and I liked seeing his real affections show more and more as the story went on.
The pacing was good and upbeat, and the story never lagged.
In the end, there were a couple things that hindered my enjoyment of the story. I hadn't realized that romance would play such a large role in the narrative; about half-way through, it slips heavily into the fantasy romance genre. I'm not much of a fan of romance at all, but I know others will enjoy the story more because of that relationship. There were also several inconsistencies that bothered me, and I was a bit disappointed in the treatment of the antagonist who started off seeming reasonable with relatable motivations but then for a large part of the story became more of a standard power-crazed villain.
If you like vibrant fantasy with heavy (but clean) romance, unique characters, an interesting setting, and a fast-paced journey on a desperate quest, you will love Spice Bringer.
August 29, 2018
While Spicebringer is pretty light, there's some surprising depth there. Niya has fantasy tuberculosis, and there's no cure, except this magic spice that's not supposed to be used for medicine at all. When the bad guys burn down her the little temple farm where she's been living, she escapes with a fire salamander (he makes the seeds grow), and a seedling of a new strain of the spice that might give sick people an actual lifetime to survive. She's trying to get to this other secret temple where the priests can grow the seedling in safety, as well as protect Alk, the bratty fire salamander.
Then there's Jayesh, the love interest. His story is almost more interesting than Niya's. He's a priest of the Just God, which means that his entire life is ruled by dice rolls. The priests of his order do nothing without consulting their god via the dice, which is kind of cool and over-powered. They're also wicked martial artists. But Jayesh made a decision without consulting the dice, leading to a series of deaths. The dice no longer speak to him, and now he's on a pilgrimage to try to atone for the deaths he caused.
Oh, and priests of his order aren't allowed to marry. You can see where this is going.
So Niya and Jayesh wind up having this lovely doomed romance. He's not allowed to marry and he's been excommunicated from his god. She's slowly dying of her disease. With conflict like that, the sparks start flying early on.
And there's bad guys chasing them who want to kill the fire salamander and steal its heart for plot reasons.
The setting is kind of Fantasy India, which is fun and refreshing. Monkeys in the jungles, river rides, girls wearing robes and colored wraps over their hair, temples and foggy mountain passes.
Anyway, the book made me cry in the middle and at the end, even though it has a nominally happy ending. So if you're the stoic type who doesn't cry at books, this one might make you get a little bit of a lump in your throat. If you cry at books, expect to cry ugly tears at this one. But it's such a good story. Especially if you like doomed romance stories.
Then there's Jayesh, the love interest. His story is almost more interesting than Niya's. He's a priest of the Just God, which means that his entire life is ruled by dice rolls. The priests of his order do nothing without consulting their god via the dice, which is kind of cool and over-powered. They're also wicked martial artists. But Jayesh made a decision without consulting the dice, leading to a series of deaths. The dice no longer speak to him, and now he's on a pilgrimage to try to atone for the deaths he caused.
Oh, and priests of his order aren't allowed to marry. You can see where this is going.
So Niya and Jayesh wind up having this lovely doomed romance. He's not allowed to marry and he's been excommunicated from his god. She's slowly dying of her disease. With conflict like that, the sparks start flying early on.
And there's bad guys chasing them who want to kill the fire salamander and steal its heart for plot reasons.
The setting is kind of Fantasy India, which is fun and refreshing. Monkeys in the jungles, river rides, girls wearing robes and colored wraps over their hair, temples and foggy mountain passes.
Anyway, the book made me cry in the middle and at the end, even though it has a nominally happy ending. So if you're the stoic type who doesn't cry at books, this one might make you get a little bit of a lump in your throat. If you cry at books, expect to cry ugly tears at this one. But it's such a good story. Especially if you like doomed romance stories.
August 9, 2018
Ah! So many feels! What a great book. Burke always provides a great story with well-thought out magic, characters with real depth, and of course a bit *or more* of snark. But I think this is my favorite so far. It actually reminded me of Avatar the Last Airbender..!
Niya and Alk flee the ruined vitrisar grove with the last plant that can pretty much keep Niya and others like her alive through the disease of the rasp. Let me just say Alk is one of my new favorite characters! The interactions between the two are priceless. Niya meets up with disgraced monk Jayesh to get the plant to safety..but they're pursued by princess Advika. Advika was such a great character. We know why she is pursing them, and we want to hate her for it...but you kind of can't!
The world of the empire was also really cool. It had so much character, it was so naturally easy to imagine all the different places, and people.
I could barely put it down because the stakes are so high, and I was so invested in what happened to the characters in their race against time.
I received an ARC from the publisher. This review is my own independent and fair evaluation.
Niya and Alk flee the ruined vitrisar grove with the last plant that can pretty much keep Niya and others like her alive through the disease of the rasp. Let me just say Alk is one of my new favorite characters! The interactions between the two are priceless. Niya meets up with disgraced monk Jayesh to get the plant to safety..but they're pursued by princess Advika. Advika was such a great character. We know why she is pursing them, and we want to hate her for it...but you kind of can't!
The world of the empire was also really cool. It had so much character, it was so naturally easy to imagine all the different places, and people.
I could barely put it down because the stakes are so high, and I was so invested in what happened to the characters in their race against time.
I received an ARC from the publisher. This review is my own independent and fair evaluation.
August 10, 2018
Niya's lived her whole life with a deadly disease--a life that's lasted much longer than most thanks to the vitrisar spice that her keeper grows. But Niya knows her time is short. Which is why when the grove burns to the ground, she sets out to preserve the plant that could give hope to the entire country. Aided by a mouthy fire salamander and a disgraced monk, she must get the plant to the hidden grove before the princess--and the rasp--catch up with her and ruin all chances of saving those who suffer as she does.
You can't help but love Niya, who knows the entire time that she's just a stone's throw from death, and lives the best she knows how in the moments she has. The salamander was a bit irksome at the beginning, but he grows on you. A lot. And Jayesh, the disgraced monk, is adorable, and perfectly opposite Niya, with his careful dissection of every situation.
This is a beautifully crafted story of love, struggle, and culture. Seriously, grab the tissues, and find someplace comfortable to sit, because you're going to want to devour this book.
You can't help but love Niya, who knows the entire time that she's just a stone's throw from death, and lives the best she knows how in the moments she has. The salamander was a bit irksome at the beginning, but he grows on you. A lot. And Jayesh, the disgraced monk, is adorable, and perfectly opposite Niya, with his careful dissection of every situation.
This is a beautifully crafted story of love, struggle, and culture. Seriously, grab the tissues, and find someplace comfortable to sit, because you're going to want to devour this book.
September 13, 2018
The book centers around two young women. The first, Niya, a young girl fighting a chronic disease which can only be kept at bay by one particular plant. Unfortunately, in one fell swoop, she loses her mentor, her home, and a plentiful supply of medicine. On Niya's side is a sassy-tongued fire salamander named Alk and they must make a journey to save the last remaining plant and escape their pursuit.
The second woman is Advika, a former peasant who is to be the empress. She has her own political battles to fight. Advika is determined to claim the throne and will do whatever she needs to prevent her enemies from succeeding.
There are other forces at work, including the followers of Just, Kind, and All-Knowing God. Who to trust? Love, life, death woven together.
The second woman is Advika, a former peasant who is to be the empress. She has her own political battles to fight. Advika is determined to claim the throne and will do whatever she needs to prevent her enemies from succeeding.
There are other forces at work, including the followers of Just, Kind, and All-Knowing God. Who to trust? Love, life, death woven together.
August 10, 2018
I received an ARC from the publisher. This review is my own independent and fair evaluation.
I truly loved this book. I fell in love with the characters, including Alk, the Fire Salamander. Niya and Jayesh are unforgettable. This story spans a lot of events and situations that flow with the characters. H.L. Burke has done a great job of building a plot, locations, and side characters to sweep the reader along in this epic journey. I have already recommended this book to a book club as great reading material. Heartbreak, intrigue, strife, the chase, and of course a great love. A wonderful tale of one girl's impossible life.
I truly loved this book. I fell in love with the characters, including Alk, the Fire Salamander. Niya and Jayesh are unforgettable. This story spans a lot of events and situations that flow with the characters. H.L. Burke has done a great job of building a plot, locations, and side characters to sweep the reader along in this epic journey. I have already recommended this book to a book club as great reading material. Heartbreak, intrigue, strife, the chase, and of course a great love. A wonderful tale of one girl's impossible life.
September 19, 2018
So many things I loved about this book. The lush, jungle setting, which is pretty exotic in the fantasy world. The doomed MC, the main characters, the religious system, but what I liked most was Alk. Seriously, Alk is the best. The whole book is worth reading for Alk alone. He made me laugh out loud more than once.
I don't want to say too much and give away spoilers, but I thought the author handled the end of the book and Niya's illness very delicately.
This book certainly provokes lots of emotions, and is an engaging fantasy read all the way around. I'd definitely recommend it!
I don't want to say too much and give away spoilers, but I thought the author handled the end of the book and Niya's illness very delicately.
This book certainly provokes lots of emotions, and is an engaging fantasy read all the way around. I'd definitely recommend it!
May 26, 2019
Alk is a fire salamander – a sentient creature whose existence improves the chances that the vitrisar plant will continue to be available for people suffering a terminal respiratory ailment. Alk takes his job very seriously, but he can also be snide and impatient with the people who take care of him.
One of the people in Alk’s life is Niya, an orphan whose life has been extended by the use of the vitrisar seeds. Ovar, Alk’s owner/partner, took Niya in as a child and treated her with the vitrisar; now she assists Ovar with his important research and caretaking work. Then one day, tragedy strikes. Niya is thrust into a role she never wanted as she embarks on a quest with Alk to save what’s left of the special strain of vitrisar that Ovar developed, hopefully before she reaches the final stage of her illness.
Niya’s quest is aided by a monk who has fallen from favor with his order, but it’s hindered by a woman who desires to be queen. It gets complicated! As more and more of the various characters’ motives are revealed, we begin to realize just how much danger Niya is in - even as we begin to sympathize with some of the villains. Plot twists abound!
I found this to be a great bedtime story over several days. I tend to start reading too late in the evening, and only stop when I nod off into the pages. It was easy to pick up where I left off without too much backtracking. The characters are memorable and relatable. I’d like to read it again!
One of the people in Alk’s life is Niya, an orphan whose life has been extended by the use of the vitrisar seeds. Ovar, Alk’s owner/partner, took Niya in as a child and treated her with the vitrisar; now she assists Ovar with his important research and caretaking work. Then one day, tragedy strikes. Niya is thrust into a role she never wanted as she embarks on a quest with Alk to save what’s left of the special strain of vitrisar that Ovar developed, hopefully before she reaches the final stage of her illness.
Niya’s quest is aided by a monk who has fallen from favor with his order, but it’s hindered by a woman who desires to be queen. It gets complicated! As more and more of the various characters’ motives are revealed, we begin to realize just how much danger Niya is in - even as we begin to sympathize with some of the villains. Plot twists abound!
I found this to be a great bedtime story over several days. I tend to start reading too late in the evening, and only stop when I nod off into the pages. It was easy to pick up where I left off without too much backtracking. The characters are memorable and relatable. I’d like to read it again!
September 1, 2018
The beginning was not as descriptive as I was hoping. I had a hard time getting into the story at first, but once I was there I stayed up late and finished the book on the second go. It is a light-hearted and also gripping story that will make you cry and laugh in turn. I bought this book as a digital download and I'm fully intending to buy a paperback to add to my library.
September 29, 2018
This was a beautiful read. The best book I've read by this author, and that's saying a lot, because so far I've liked her other works quite a bit! More comprehensive review to come later.
December 25, 2025
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