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4⭐
This loose retelling of Snow White is darker (and more adult) than the original, but it maintains a cozy feel through heart and humor. The plot incorporates familiar elements, such as poison and a magic mirror, but reimagines them in a unique, sometimes unsettling way. While I didn't enjoy it as much as Nettle & Bone, I'd still recommend it to fans of that earlier work by the same author.
🎙️Jennifer Pickens performed swimmingly in this.

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I'll admit, some of the mirror bits struck me as a little convoluted. Maybe they would have come across as easier to understand in print rather than audio. But the snarky talking cat totally makes up for that, as snarky talking cats always do. I liked Anja and her humor, and the creatures were very creative.

I love fairy tale retellings, and 'Hemlock & Silver' did not disappoint. I enjoyed the plus size MC. Also the talking cat is totally on point for a feline. The interplay of poisons and antidotes interested me. I also like how Kingfisher straddles the line between fantasy and horror in her work. The narrator was excellent as well. 5 stars.

It has finally cooled down enough to enjoy being at the park again! 🌿📚

T. Kingfisher knows how to write a fairy tale reimagining like no other. Snow White, but from the perspective of a poison expert brought in to try to save the young princess who her father suspects is being poisoned after the death of her mother and sister. It's dark and suspenseful and evocative and a touch romantic, and I utterly loved our poison obsessed narrator.

This book was an awesome retelling of Snow White, it was a little dark at times, but an overall love snd 100% would read again! 😊

After obsessing over the gorgeousness of this book for the past few days, I'm officially ready to start reading it! 😂💚💚💚 Kingfisher hasn't let me down yet! Everything I've read by her so far has been amazing!

The king‘s daughter is dying & no one knows why. Many suspect it‘s poison which is why, Healer Anja looks up from her work one day to find the king standing in front of her. She reluctantly agrees to help him & soon finds herself in a world of adventure, danger & intrigue. With a pair of guards to keep her safe, a talking cat, & a defiant Princess, Anja finders herself surrounded by friend & foe. The solution is entertaining & this is a fun read.

I received an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

4.5/5⭐

I really enjoyed this unique take on a Snow White retelling with its fresh point of view and desert setting. I loved Anja's personality. Her nerdery over the study of poisons was endearing, and her bluntness and the awkwardness that sometimes resulted were relatable. The writing style was very strong with descriptive, sharp vocabulary that really brought the characters and tone to life.