Larissa doesn’t have time for her father’s tales of the old gods and their runes. She has an illegal second-born sister to hide and a produce quota to meet. Life is about survival, not dreams.
A familiar stranger interrupts her calculated way of living. She knows him but doesn’t remember why, nor does she want to. Conversely, the stranger named Darien has embraced his
forgotten past and remembers everything. He refuses to let Larissa slip through the cracks and their chance encounter sets their fate in motion. Kings, queens, and ancient shapeshifters resurrect from their past, all in search of Larissa’s young sister. With only buried dreams,
forgotten memories, and a friendly shapeshifter at their side, they not only face the controlling government but the gods themselves.
I ate this book up. I enjoyed this fresh take on Norse mythology and its multiple
unexpected plot twists. The Hunger Games-esque world gave us a unique blend of post-apocalyptic fiction with a fantasy flavor. Larissa’s fighting spirit and Darien’s noble soul brought the perfect balance of strength and grace. While I was not a huge fan of their sassy ally Anara, her knowledge and tact were commendable. I am excited to see how the rest of the upcoming series turns out.
Score sheet:
Spice/Romance: Mild kissing and embracing.
Violence: Mild. Multiple bloody wounds and injuries, but no excessive gore.
Morals/Worldview: Good morals. Remains a clean read.
Recommended reading age: 16+
