![]() ![]() ![]() This book would appeal to those seeking a slow burn romance set in the world of Finnish mythology. River of Shadows is about sacrifice and second chances. I’m definitely enamored by Death and want to see if the prophecy will be fulfilled in the next book, Crown of Crimson. But as the connection between Hanna and Death develops, the push/pull becomes palpable. ![]() The creative world building in this story takes center stage for the first half of the book, as the reader is immersed in Hanna’s experiences. About River of Shadows by Karina Halle Take Hades & Persephone, transport them into twisted Nordic mythology, add in Beauty & the Beast and some Alice in Wonderland, and you get the high steam dark fantasy, River of Shadows. Navigating through this labyrinth of vying interests and untrustworthy characters, Hanna tries to find her footing and makes a bargain with Death. Most importantly, her future depends on formidable Death himself. Narrated from Hanna’s POV, she is thrust into a world of gods, Deadmaidens, shamans, demonic unicorns and mermaids. “I will make you beg for death, and even then I won’t grant it to you, all for my own fucking amusement. Determined to find her father, Hanna starts a journey to the underworld of Tuonela and soon realizes she must make the bargain of her life. Upon receiving news of her father’s passing, Hanna Heikkinen travels from LA to Finland for his funeral, but upon arrival she discovers all is not what it seems. ![]()
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