Book Review: Bitterthorn

Bitterthorn
By Kat Dunn
Review by Alex P

Bitterthorn is a dream-like book that feels like it belongs alongside the classic novels and fairy tales of old. It’s a historical, sapphic novel about a Duke’s outcast daughter and a barefoot witch. It’s full of wonderful imagery of the landscape and people of 19th century Germany. While it’s hailed as a romance, there are much bigger plot elements so it avoids becoming saccharine, and is a well-balanced read. I recommend it for people who enjoy reading fantasy, fairy tale or folklore books.