Globusz Books · Author
Katherine Arden is represented in the Globusz Books library by 3 reviewed books. This page brings those summaries together so readers can compare the author’s available work before choosing what to read.
Source: Globusz Books reviewed catalog.
Reviewed summary
In medieval Russia, a sharp-witted girl named Vasya can see household spirits that others ignore. When her family rejects these ancient protectors in favor of strict Christian beliefs, dark forces begin to stir. This is a slow-burning, atmospheric clash between fading pagan magic and rising Orthodox faith, with no easy answers or neat resolutions.
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Vasya isn’t your typical fantasy heroine—she’s a stubborn woman who walks between the human world and the spirits of medieval Russia. She battles demons, deadly priests, and her own identity, all while the cold Russian winter closes in. This final chapter blends brutal history with wild folklore in a way that’s as unforgiving as the frost itself.
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Vasya's magic sets her apart in a medieval Russia where ancient spirits clash with rising Christianity. Hunted by priests and demons alike, she walks a dangerous line between gods and mortals. Can she survive a world that fears what it doesn't understand?
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