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Goodreads Synopsis
Before the massacre at Nariin, Enebish was one of the greatest warriors in the Sky King’s Imperial Army: a rare and dangerous Night Spinner, blessed with the ability to control the threads of darkness. Now, she is known as Enebish the Destroyer―a monster and murderer, banished to a monastery for losing control of her power and annihilating a merchant caravan.
Guilt stricken and scarred, Enebish tries to be grateful for her sanctuary, until her adoptive sister, Imperial Army commander Ghoa, returns from the war front with a tantalizing offer. If Enebish can capture the notorious criminal, Temujin, whose band of rebels has been seizing army supply wagons, not only will her crimes be pardoned, she will be reinstated as a warrior.
Enebish eagerly accepts. But as she hunts Temujin across the tundra, she discovers the tides of war have shifted, and the supplies he’s stealing are the only thing keeping thousands of shepherds from starving. Torn between duty and conscience, Enebish must decide whether to put her trust in the charismatic rebel or her beloved sister. No matter who she chooses, an even greater enemy is advancing, ready to bring the empire to its knees.
Review
I didn’t know how much I needed this book until I read it. I ended up become so invested in Enebish’s story that I found it almost impossible to put down. This is the first book I’ve read by Addie Thorley and it most certainly will not be the last. Her writing style is beautiful and the world she has created is beyond amazing and magical that I already cannot wait to read the next book in the series.
The character development in this book is spot on, especially with Enebish who ends up being a strong yet incredibly relatable character. Enebish is not your typical heroine but that made me love her even more.
The twist in this book was absolutely perfect and I honestly did not see it coming. I had doubts on the character involved but never to that extent! I was blown away and honestly just needed more once the book was over!
Night Spinner is a beautifully written re-telling of Hunchback of Notre Dame and is the first in a new series by Addie Thorley. I definitely recommend giving this book a read!
Rating: 4/5 stars