by Genevieve Gornichec
Starts from a violent, mythic image and then settles into a close, character-driven retelling of Norse material where a banished witch falls for a legendary trickster god. What works best is its emotional focus: intimate scenes, moral cost, and a subversive viewpoint that puts the outcast's interior life at the center. The main limitation is a deliberate, often lyrical pace that repeats themes; readers who want fast action, tight plotting, or hands-on worldbuilding may find it slow or indulgent.
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When a banished witch falls in love with the legendary trickster Loki, she risks the wrath of the gods in this moving, subversive debut novel that reimagines Norse mythology. Angrboda's story begins where most witches' tales end: with a burning. A punishment from Odin for refusing to provide him with knowledge of the future, the fire leaves Angrbod...
Difficulty:hard
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