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Reader reviewed by Khy

Aslaug is a strange young woman. Her mother has brought her up in a highly unusual way, teaching her about plant's abilities and languages. But when Aslaug's mother grows sick and dies, Aslaug is blamed for her death. As she goes off to live with relatives, her life becomes more complicated and eventually becomes blamed for more deaths. She is put on trial and the story is revealed.

Madapple was beautifully and cleverly written. The chapters alternate between Aslaug's story and the trial that follows Aslaug's story. Because of this, the story is revealed in pieces, keeping things suspenseful and making you want more.

The chapter's of Aslaug's story were poetic, while the trial chapters were really intense. The intensity showed how big of a deal finding out the truth was. The difference in chapter writing made the book interesting to read.

This book deals with fascinating subject matter and I highly recommend it.