To be fair, I will say I do not loathe her, but I do not love her, either.

At times, I felt true sorrow for her and at other times she infuriated me. I could not fully grasp her motivations for many of her actions, which perhaps is why she is so unforgettable. A character of unfathomable mystery, Hariawan is both unempathetic and oddly strong. And, perhaps the most enigmatic character of all is Lady Hariawan, the Dream Walker. His character is so complex that one aches for him. It was truly wonderful to discover a portion of his backstory. I also loved becoming better acquainted with Sunan, a character featured in earlier books. His steadfastness, pain vulnerability, love and humor shine forth. Jovann, a Chhayan prince taken captive, is another amazing character. Fierce, kind, loyal beyond reason at times, and determined, she truly stole my heart. Sairu is one of the most endearing heroines I have encountered in quite some time. They spring to life before you with unforgettable clarity. Sairu’s decision will thrust her into a perilous journey that will test her to the very limits of her strength.Characterization is so vivid in this tale, the reader truly feels for each person.

Yet Masayi Sairu chooses a different path. Contracted in marriage to wealthy patrons, the daughters will protect their “husbands” the rest of their lives. Bred as bodyguards, golden daughters are demure but deadly. When a Dream Walker, (one who can leave the mortal realm and travel into worlds unknown), is attacked by forces not seen, the High Priest of the Crown of the Moon enlists the help of a Golden Daughter. I was immersed in this world from the beginning and found it difficult to leave.Golden Daughter tells the story of a usurped people who seek vengeance, a prince betrayed by his brother, a lonely scholar embroiled in a dangerous pact, and a warrior princess who will protect her mistress at any cost. While eache tale grows more complex, this story stands out because of the vividness of the culture presented. ⭐ Golden Daughter is the most vivid and endearing tale in Mrs. It can be related to shiping or paper quality instead of the book content: Reviews from Amazon users, collected at the time the book is getting published on UniedVRG.

Her novels have been nominated for and won many literary awards, including the Christy Award and the Clive Staples Award. When she’s not writing, she enjoys Shakespeare, opera, and tea, and practices piano, painting, and pastry baking. ANNE ELISABETH STENGL makes her home in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she lives with her husband, Rohan, a kindle of kitties, and one long-suffering dog.

Shadow Hand by Anne Elisabeth Stengl