Review of In the Heart of the Linden Wood

[D Christina]

[Following is a volunteer review of "In the Heart of the Linden Wood" by Ekta R. Garg.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Reading "In the Heart of the Linden Wood" was like watching a feel-good movie; it was perfect! Although I usually enjoy dark romance with elements of gore and violence, this was a refreshing change of pace. The world-building, characters, and storytelling were skillfully crafted, making it feel like a fairy tale—with a touch of heartbreak.

King Christopher had to learn how to survive after the death of the love of his life, Queen Lily. It was heartbreaking to see him suffer, but it was also heartwarming to see him grow and become the best version of himself. The quest to save his kingdom, along with his group, was quite interesting, especially as they tried to overcome their insecurities and troubles.

I loved King Malcolm and Queen Celia, and their love and support for Christopher. It was moving to see how love can transform a person's life. Lily's parents showered her with love from birth, and she grew up to be strong and confident. In contrast, Christopher was never loved by his father, which left him unsure and self-conscious.

There are many things about this book that relate to real life: the human emotions, doubts, and insecurities, which the author succeeded in making us realize.

There was also a lot of intrigue with Alistair, Geraldine's son. I expected him to have a very important role, and I was not disappointed. The bond between Alistair and the trees was refreshing and also mysterious. The friendship between King Christopher and Guardsmaster Martin was absolutely adorable, the brotherly bond they shared made me smile.

I disliked Lemuel a lot! Instead of working hard to take care of his family, he blamed others. But that's what humans do, right? Blame others for their own shortcomings.

I loved the magical and supernatural elements, especially with the Keeper of the Woods and the Wishing Well. The magic in the Linden Wood was fascinating, particularly how it could make decisions about its use. The wood refusing to be made into weapons was very pure and innocent.

I commend Ekta for her impeccable writing. The book was professionally edited-I couldn't find any errors. Overall, I give it 5 out of 5 stars for its flawless writing, world-building, and character development.

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In the Heart of the Linden Wood
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[NetMassimo]

Some classic elements of the fantasy genre are used to build a great fictional world filled with interesting characters who create an engaging story. It's a world full of magic that can accompany the reader until the end. Thank you for your great review!