Deathless
Deathless
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • 20th Century
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Deathless by Catherynne M. Valente intricately weaves Russian folklore with Soviet history. The narrative follows Marya Morevna, who encounters Koschei the Deathless. Valente's reimagining intertwines myth with reality, exploring love, power, and transformation against a backdrop of war and revolution.
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Review Roundup
Catherynne M. Valente's Deathless offers a lush reimagining of Russian folklore with poetic prose and rich mythology. Critics applaud its enchanting narrative and creative depth, though some find its dense language and complex structure challenging. Overall, it's celebrated for its imaginative storytelling and compelling characters.
Who Should Read Deathless?
A reader who enjoys Deathless by Catherynne M. Valente likely relishes rich, mythologically infused narratives with a dark, fairy-tale essence. Ideal for fans of Neil Gaiman's Stardust and Erin Morgenstern's The Night Circus, this novel melds Russian folklore with lush, imaginative prose for a unique literary experience.
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • 20th Century
2011
Adult
18+ years
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