Title: Bitter Frost
Author: Kailin Gow
First published June 1, 2010
235 pages, Paperback
Rating: 3.51
Overview
From the award-winning young adult fantasy series comes the captivating tale of Breena, a girl with a fascination for fairies. When she turns sixteen, her dreams become a reality as she discovers the existence of supernatural creatures.
Her best friend Logan becomes protective and warns her about the dangers of Feyland. But Breena cannot resist the call of the Winter Prince, Kian, who seems to hate her yet is drawn to her.
As their fates become entwined, Breena must navigate the dangerous world of Feyland, where a kiss from a fairy means death to humans. Will Breena survive long enough to uncover the truth about her destiny and the role she must play in the warring factions of Feyland?
Find out in the epic Bitter Frost series, now with a mobile game and international award-winning animated short film.
Editoral Review
Kailin Gow’s Bitter Frost is a young adult fantasy novel that explores the themes of love, magic, and the power of choice. First published in 2010, the book follows the story of sixteen-year-old Feylanda Fairy Princess, who is torn between her love for a human boy and her responsibilities to her people.
Gow is a prolific author with over 300 books to her name. Her writing style is emotive and lyrical, with vivid descriptions that transport the reader to the fantastical world of Feyland.
Bitter Frost is no exception, with its lush prose and intricate world-building. The novel is set in Feyland, a magical realm where humans and fairies coexist.
Feyland is ruled by the powerful Fairy Queen, who is determined to maintain the status quo and prevent the fairies from interacting with humans. When Breena, the Fairy Princess, falls in love with a human boy, she must navigate a dangerous web of magic and politics to protect her love and her people.
Gow’s characters are well-drawn and relatable, especially Breena, who is struggling with her identity and her role in society. The novel’s themes of love and choice are universal, and readers of all ages will find something to relate to in Breena’s journey.
However, the novel’s pacing is uneven, and the plot twists and turns can be confusing at times. The world-building is also underdeveloped, and it is not clear how the magical system works and what the rules and limitations are.
Despite these flaws, Bitter Frost is an enjoyable and engaging read, especially for fans of YA fantasy or romance novels. Gow’s writing is captivating, and the emotional depth of the characters shines through the flaws in the plot and pacing.
Overall, Bitter Frost by Kailin Gow deserves a solid 3.5 stars out of 5. The book’s strengths lie in its character development and emotional depth, while its weaknesses are in its pacing and world-building.
However, despite its flaws, Bitter Frost is a charming and worthwhile read for anyone looking for a good YA fantasy novel.