A girl on the run from her power-hungry father. Powers that cause fear. A hidden village of trolls. Forbidden love. Impossible choices.
Holmberg’s stand-alone The Hanging City captures your heart quickly, with her characters and a unique setting, with a magical species not given much credit in many series. Holmberg’s constants: vivid world-building, realistic characters with complex emotions, and anti-heroes are all alive and well in this story.
I truthfully couldn’t anticipate any of the twists and turns in this book, and while I’m curious as to the next part of the story, it’s honestly refreshing to know I’m not committing to a series. A lovely story with a beginning, middle and end.
Published by 47 North
344 pages
Characters 5
Story 4
World-Building 5
Spice Closed Door
Diversity N/A
Total Stars 5
Would I buy this book for myself or a friend? Yes
Will I recommend this book to readers? Yes
