A witch has come to the city of Bryre. She travels in a hut that has chicken feet, and is ravenous for children. And once she gets what she desires, she never lets it go. But when the witch captures Hans, Greta’s little brother, Greta refuses to let her have him. The two strike up a bargain. Greta will retrieve something the witch desires in exchange for her brother’s freedom. To get the prize Greta must travel to Belladoma—a city where she was once held captive—which brings back terrible memories. With the help of a new friend, Dalen, a magical half-boy and half-horse, Greta embarks on the journey and tries to overcome both foes and her own weaknesses. For fans of Monstrous and new readers alike comes the story of an epic quest and a heroine who will stop at nothing to save the one she loves most.
Ravenous
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8+
Release Date
February 09, 2016
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9780062272744
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A witch has come to the city of Bryre. She travels in a hut that has chicken feet, and is ravenous for children. And once she gets what she desires, she never lets it go. But when the witch captures Hans, Greta’s little brother, Greta refuses to let her have him. The two strike up a bargain. Greta will retrieve something the witch desires in exchange for her brother’s freedom. To get the prize Greta must travel to Belladoma—a city where she was once held captive—which brings back terrible memories. With the help of a new friend, Dalen, a magical half-boy and half-horse, Greta embarks on the journey and tries to overcome both foes and her own weaknesses. For fans of Monstrous and new readers alike comes the story of an epic quest and a heroine who will stop at nothing to save the one she loves most.
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When Greta’s little brother is kidnapped by a witch whose hut has chicken feet, Greta must find a mysterious magical item to save the only family she has left. Unfortunately, locating such an item requires going back to the place Greta has her worst memories- the kingdom of Belladoma. She must face her own fears if she wants to save her brother.
This companion to Monstrous and reimagining of Hansel and Gretel brings magic, complex issues of right and wrong, and beautiful friendships. The lyrical writing creates a strong personal atmosphere where Greta voices her thoughts and brings out interesting facets of the power of fear and the consequences of magic. Never shying away from tough topics, Ravenous is not for the faint of heart but is sure to deliver a heartwarming experience by the end.
Out of all the beautiful layers in this story, the most powerful might be the way the book highlights the best way to face fears: with determination, support, and gentle courage. Greta is strong and independent, but she also grows to value a powerful friendship with Dalen, a moral and courageous character in his own right.
As intricate as the characters are, there are areas when the plot, particularly in the middle of the story, tends to drag a bit. However, readers who love character-focused stories will greatly appreciate the extra time to dive into Greta’s mindset on her journey to save her brother.
Those who loved the brilliant folklore and friendship elements in Monstrous will find them again in this companion. Ravenous dives right into the hearts of emotionally and morally complex conflicts and introduces a new spin on a classic tale.
This companion to Monstrous and reimagining of Hansel and Gretel brings magic, complex issues of right and wrong, and beautiful friendships. The lyrical writing creates a strong personal atmosphere where Greta voices her thoughts and brings out interesting facets of the power of fear and the consequences of magic. Never shying away from tough topics, Ravenous is not for the faint of heart but is sure to deliver a heartwarming experience by the end.
Out of all the beautiful layers in this story, the most powerful might be the way the book highlights the best way to face fears: with determination, support, and gentle courage. Greta is strong and independent, but she also grows to value a powerful friendship with Dalen, a moral and courageous character in his own right.
As intricate as the characters are, there are areas when the plot, particularly in the middle of the story, tends to drag a bit. However, readers who love character-focused stories will greatly appreciate the extra time to dive into Greta’s mindset on her journey to save her brother.
Those who loved the brilliant folklore and friendship elements in Monstrous will find them again in this companion. Ravenous dives right into the hearts of emotionally and morally complex conflicts and introduces a new spin on a classic tale.
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