meets Greek retelling
I read this as a standalone novel and the tale was engaging, especially the character arc of Brielle and Harper (her nemesis turned ally). In a disciplined world of the abbey, Brielle has more than proved her faith and is yet to be promoted to an acolyte, in service to the Father. Her skills as a bladesmith and her being a larger woman were points which drew me to the story.
She saves a man, nay God, the West wind and bringer of spring, Zephyrus, and is cast into adventures and mishaps, thanks to his errors and omissions. Their tale is one of forgivable, vengeance and truly accepting flaws. With Zephyrus caught in an eternal curse, can Brielle teach him forgiveness and earn the second chance he deserves?
This tale has deep undercurrents of faith and yet does not fully etch the belief systems between the humankind and the fair folk.
A good read, with Brielle transforming from a doormat to owning her decisions and accepting consequences. Thank you Netgalley and Safa press for the ARC!
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