The Wolf and the Woodsman
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
448
Novel • Fiction
Mythical Forest • Medieval Fantasy World
2021
Adult
18+ years
The Wolf and the Woodsman by Ava Reid follows a young woman who is taken from her village to the kingdom's capital by a woodsman. They form an uneasy alliance to confront monsters and uncover truths about their identities and the realm's history, entwining Hungarian mythology with themes of power and survival.
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Ava Reid's The Wolf and the Woodsman intertwines Hungarian folklore with themes of identity and oppression. It is praised for its rich world-building and compelling characters, although some find the pacing slow and the narrative complex. Overall, it captivates with its dark, atmospheric fantasy and strong cultural elements but may challenge readers looking for faster plots.
A reader who enjoys The Wolf and the Woodsman by Ava Reid likely appreciates dark, folkloric fantasy with rich world-building and complex characters. Fans of Naomi Novik's Spinning Silver or Katherine Arden's The Bear and the Nightingale would find this novel's blend of myth and magic similarly captivating.
27,747 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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448
Novel • Fiction
Mythical Forest • Medieval Fantasy World
2021
Adult
18+ years
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