Welcome to my latest novella review! Today, I'm diving into a captivating short read that combines gripping storytelling with memorable characters. Novellas offer a unique literary experience, packing a punch in a shorter amount of time, and this one is no exception. Whether you're a fan of fast-paced narratives or seeking a quick literary escape, this novella is sure to leave an impression. Keep reading for my full review, where I'll break down the plot, character development, and overall appeal of this delightful read!
Title: The Lover
By: Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Genre: Fantasy
Pages: 43
Release Date: November 1st, 2023
Rating: ★★★★☆
Summary from Goodreads:
During a brutal winter, a young woman longing for love finds more than she expected in the woods, in this wickedly sensuous short story by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic.
Judith knows her sister, Alice, is the pretty one—but that doesn’t stop her from wishing for love. When a handsome and gentlemanly hunter appears in their village, seeking lodging from the cold, she believes her lover has finally arrived. He does, indeed, choose to stay—but as Alice’s husband, not her own. When another stranger comes out of the woods, looking every bit a vagrant, he offers Judith something mysterious and enticingly strange. Against reason and decency, she welcomes both men into her life, in different ways. As forbidden longings ensnare each of them, an unrelenting winter storm and an evasive wolf on the prowl have everyone on edge…and ravenous. By spring thaw, will any of their hungers be satisfied?
Review:
During a Brutal Winter by Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a wickedly sensuous short story that weaves themes of longing, jealousy, and forbidden desire against the backdrop of a harsh winter. Judith, overshadowed by her more beautiful sister, Alice, dreams of love but finds herself thwarted when a handsome hunter chooses Alice as his bride. The story takes a dark turn when a mysterious vagrant offers Judith an enticing and inexplicable proposition, leading her into a complicated, dangerous relationship with both men. Moreno-Garcia’s atmospheric writing creates a gripping, slow-burn tension that builds toward a thrilling and ambiguous conclusion. With its captivating setting and complex characters, this tale offers a tantalizing exploration of human desire, earning a solid 4 stars for its seductive and haunting storytelling.
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