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The Snow Child

Eowyn Ivey

Start date: June 25, 2012

Finish date: July 31, 2012

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Oct 22, 2012 Cherylann rated it really liked it

Shelves: historical-fiction

It's hard for me to classify this book. Part of me wants to call it historical fiction as the book is set in Alaska in the 1910s and 1920s, and it paints a picture of what it was like to homestead in Alaska during this time. Another part of me wants to call it magical realism, as one of the characters floats in and out of the book like snowflakes. Another part of me wants to call it a fairy tale retelling since it is set against the backdrop of a Russian tale. Regardless of how you classify this ...more

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Nov 06, 2012 Michelle rated it liked it

Shelves: 2012-audio-books

Sweet fairy tale story that kept me wondering which way the plot would turn. However it strayed onto a path I was not expecting and did not care for. Then found its way back for a decent ending...

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Jul 11, 2013 Amanda rated it really liked it

Shelves: bookclub

I enjoyed this book, but it is not a very happy read. Poignant, melancholy. The main characters have this amazing love and respect for one another. I admire those relationships. The author does a great job weaving the imaginary with the ordinary and creating magic. The pain and longing in this book is palpable.

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