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The Girl in the Tower

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The Girl in the Tower

By: Katherine Arden
Narrated by: Kathleen Gati
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Random House presents the audiobook edition of The Girl in the Tower by Katherine Arden, read by Kathleen Gati.

For a young woman in medieval Russia, the choices are stark: marriage or a life in a convent. Vasya will choose a third way: magic....

The court of the Grand Prince of Moscow is plagued by power struggles and rumours of unrest. Meanwhile, bandits roam the countryside, burning the villages and kidnapping its daughters. Setting out to defeat the raiders, the Prince and his trusted companion come across a young man riding a magnificent horse.

Only Sasha, a priest with a warrior's training, recognises this 'boy' as his younger sister, thought to be dead or a witch by her village. But when Vasya proves herself in battle, riding with remarkable skill and inexplicable power, Sasha realises he must keep her secret, as she may be the only way to save the city from threats both human and fantastical....

©2018 Katherine Arden (P)2018 Random House Audiobooks Classics Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Magic Magical Realism Russia Royalty Village

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Really loving this trilogy the harsh landscape and life of the people of this period in Russia paired with the folklore/fairytales is a joy. Can’t wait to start the 3rd book.

Another delight

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Katherine Arden brings her story to life! I loved the first book in the trilogy and after this book I am longing for the final book. I wish that these stories could go on and on. It really is a fairy tale that is able to capture the mind of an adult and sweep you away to another world. It was also special because my home in Europe surrounds me with cold, rain and snow.

I would advise the reader to start with the first book in the trilogy. Much thanks to the author Katherine Arden and the narrator, Kathleen Gati for these books. They will always remain top among my favourites.

Incredible!

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Once again I listened to this as an audiobook. I even got up to 1.5x speed because I wanted to “read faster”.

I loved this book and continue to love the characters and the world. I was intrigued and interested throughout.

I didn’t give this 5 stars likely because the novelty of the world from the first book was lost, especially as this has much less folklore and more politics which was still fun. I think I will leave it a bit before finishing the trilogy so I can be enchanted again by the unique setting and world.

Definitely enjoyed this read and the story was fun too. Vasilisa is getting older and her life harder. It’s hard to witness but I have a feeling her character in the 3rd book will be better for it!

Great sequel

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I really enjoyed this book. The reading is excellent and I appreciate that a reader with Russian family members was found, so that pronunciation of Russian names and words was accurate and consistent.
I preferred the atmosphere of the first book, but know that most in my reading preferred the adventures and wider world explored in this one. If you found the first book a little slow or lacking in action then I strongly recommend you give this one a try.
I look forward to listening to the third book soon.

Thoroughly enjoyable

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A magnificent story full of vivid imagery and tension and really evoking a sense of Russian folklore. The reading was a little disappointing, especially in narrative passages as the voice often lacked modulation and expression.

Superb story

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I read the first book in the trilogy and couldn't wait to download this. The complicated names and language challenge the reader and I loved the author's explanations of the Russian words/tales. This created vivid images with a good balance of historic licence, fantasy & human emotion.

Loved the language and the imagery.

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I love this book and the first in the series, more than anything I’ve heard recently. Everything about the novel and the audio performance was spellbinding. I’m waiting as patiently as I can for book three. The characters are so engaging and the descriptions are excellent. The story is thrilling. I have nothing negative, not even slightly, to say about it. I’m going to buy the books.

These are wonderful stories!

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The Girl in the tower was a stunning sequel to The Bear and The Nightingale ! A perfect historical fantasy ! I love the way Russian folk monsters tie into courtly and religious politics. I just loved the character work in this series, and the wonderful lyrical writing ! It’s honestly such a poetic series, and I’m glad I finally decided to prioritise it this year!

A spellbinding and stunning sequel !

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An amazing story, just like the first book in the trilogy. Wonderfully written and the narrator reads beautifully and brings the characters to life. Full of magic, folklore and suspense. Everything needed for a great story.

I loves this book!

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Beautiful narration and storytelling bringing readers into a time when pagan traditions were being usurped by Christian beliefs in Russia. I loved how the story suggests what the struggle to live and to survive as a girl in these times might be like.

Wonderful story drawing on the old and beautifully narrated

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