The Edge of the Woods

On Emma’s fifth birthday, she and Mama picnic in the meadow near the village. It’s an idyllic scene, surrounded by wildflowers and dancing fireflies – until Emma strays too close to the woods and earns a smack and a stern warning. No one goes near the woods. Young girls who do have been known to dis......more

There are a lot of YA fantasy books that start the same way as 'The Edge of the Woods'. You have a smart, likeable hero who has not had the best luck in life. The world has not treated them kindly, circumstances and society are against them, and it would be so nice if they had just a bit of power, j......more

So. Damn. Good.... oh my gosh! I was hooked from the jump. I love anything to do with forbidden forests, and this book checked all my boxes. Perfect for fans of classic Grimm fairytales. Spoilers: I really liked the ending. Like, really liked the ending! Everything wrapped up nicely, but I wish ther......more

The story had potential but execution fell short. The writing and pacing were inconsistent. I appreciated the development of the MC, and the conclusion was satisfying.......more

A heartwarming story, a cruel world, and the triumph of a young woman who learned to say ‘no’. I loved everything about this book from the very first sentence. It reads exactly the way a young adult fairytale should. The world building is fantastic, I loved how we were introduced to the frustrating, b......more