New York Times bestselling author Kalynn Bayron makes her highly anticipated return to the realm of fairy tales with this thrilling twist on the classic story of Snow White.Princess Eve was raised with one to destroy the Knight, an evil sorcerer who terrorizes Queens Bridge with his wicked magic. Her own unique magic--the ability to conjure weapons from nature--makes her a worthy adversary. Far too many of subjects of Queens Bridge have been devastated by the Knight's trickery.As she approaches her seventeenth birthday, Eve is ready to battle. But her mother, Queen Regina, has been acting bizarrely, talking to a strange mirror alone every night. Then a young man claiming to be the Knight's messenger appears and shares a shocking truth about Eve's past. Unsure of who to trust or what to do next, Eve must find the courage to do what she's always fight. But will it be enough to save her family and her queendom?
Kindle Edition, 349 pages
Published June 25, 2024
by Bloomsbury YA
4/5 stars
My first Kalynn Bayron book was This Poison Heart, which I loved. This her new book is a loosely based retelling of Snow White.
Sleep Like Death was an entertaining read. I was sucked in right away with a character I could root for, Eve is brave, devoted to her family and kingdom. The world building was interesting and unexpected (really one can't always know what to expect in a fantasy read). There might have been hints to her previous Cinderella retelling but not enough to leave me confused, but enough to bump it up on my tbr. Though it took a bit to feel the Snow White vibe, the build up was action packed, heartbreaking and unique.
Kalynn Bayron is a talented author, her books are fun, engaging and entertaining. An author I recommend for those that like YA fantasy without the spice but can handle some death and violence.
My thanks to Bloomsbury YA (via Netgalley) for the digital ARC in exchange for a honest review.
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