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There are currently 22 member reviews
for The Reimagining of Thornwood House
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Susan W. (Berkley, MI)
This book is Spellbinding
I am not a fantasy reader in general, but I enjoyed this book very much. I'm not sure if the audience is meant to be YA or adult, but I think readers across this spectrum would like it. The characters are interesting and engaging, and the story moves along quickly enough for those of us who are not fantasy fans to not lose interest. I particularly liked the descriptive passages of the plant life in the forest and town, and I liked being drawn in by the relationships of the characters.
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Peggy H. (Erie, PA)
A Cozy and Captivating Fantasy World
Who doesn't love an imagined world with witches that have specific talents, a house with feelings and its own powers, and a heroine who is trying to buck the governing body to raise an orphaned girl? I know I do!
I absolutely loved disappearing into this story that is imaginative, heartwarming, and kept my attention from beginning to end. I didn't want it to end, and I really want to know what happens after the end of the story. Close your eyes and jump in!
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Elizabeth V. (Bellbrook, OH)
Excellent Cozy Fantasy
A book about a sentient house? Sign me up! I really enjoyed this story. I loved the nods to classic fairy tales (the chicken feet for example) and that the mother/daughter relationship was centered rather than the romantic one (also kudos for a male romantic interest who was supportive of the strong female character). The cast of characters was engaging and plot was well thought out. An excellent book to curl up with for a relaxing night in.
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Cheryl R. (Jeannette, PA)
Bonds of love
I thoroughly enjoyed The Reimagining of Thornwood House. I found the story of Evie and Ruby endearing and a relationship to cheer for. Bonding with Thornwood House was the focus of the book. However, there were threads of bonding all through the book as a family is formed, friendships are formed, a new relationship is formed, trust between magical trees and caretakers are formed, and bonds are built between the people watching over the town of Iskendra. Healing is another theme. The story is one of hope, love, and healing. The description of the sentient house was so cute and detailed that I could see the house lumbering it's way into the forest. Just a feel-good read.
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Nina W. (Greenfield, WI)
A cozy fantasy!
I had never heard of a sentient house or building before. However, the Thornwood House quickly endeared itself to me and I consider it the main character. The author was masterful in her descriptions, character development, and the plot. I felt quite a bit of suspense as the ending neared. When it came I wanted nothing more than to jump and shout in approval even though I did not see it coming. Tears of gratitude for this marvelous book! I must have a hard copy to cherish!
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Emily H. (ELLIJAY, GA)
Simply good vibes of a book!!
The Reimagining of Thornwood House was just a wonderful comfy hug of a story and I snuggled in for all of the magic! A cozy fantasy with a house as sweetly, petulant as a teenager and witches who you would love to sit with for tea. These main characters were all wrapped up in their own search for belonging and purpose plus some fun, sweet and sometimes emotional subplots of motherhood, a little romance and some family drama. Releasing in June and I highly recommend for anyone but especially lovers of cozy fantasy!!
Thank you BookBrowse, NetGalley and Berkley Publishing Group for the advanced ebook copy!
All of these thoughts and opinions are my own.
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Linda B. (Leesburg, VA)
Feels like a cozy mug of cocoa on an autumn day
This book was a lovely cozy magical mystery and was an absolute delight to read. It had very similar vibes to The Spellshop. There was a romance aspect but similar to The Spellshop, it was not a major plot point and the book reads like a cozy fantasy, not a romantasy. I really enjoyed the found family aspect.
I received an Advance Reader Copy of this ebook for free. My review was optional and reflects my own opinions.
