Rachel Gillig - Blog Posts

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The two were together, so the two were the same: The girl, the King… and the monster they became.

— Rachel Gillig, One Dark Window

Elspeth Spindle from One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig. I recently finished The Shepherd King duology. I loved it! I sacrificed sleep to finish it in record time, and it took me out of my reading slump . I can't wait to read the author's upcoming new book.

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Where do I even begin with this duology? Although I haven’t read a lot of fantasy literature, this series has truly become the best I’ve ever encountered. The story unfolds in the kingdom of Blunder, a realm shrouded in thickening fog with a deep and complex history tied to magic. The citizens have a unique way of accessing this magic, which only adds to the intrigue. As I delved deeper into the chapters, my fascination grew with Elspeth’s lore and her family’s history. The author provided just enough details for world-building without overwhelming the reader. I became completely absorbed in the world I conjured in my mind. It was mysterious, gothic, and cold; the suffocating fog created a constant sense of danger, yet it remained hauntingly beautiful. I would rate this series a 7.5/10!!