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The Path of Thorns

By A.G. Slatter
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The Path of Thorns by A.G. Slatter intertwines a tale of mystery and dark magic set against a richly imaginative backdrop. The story follows a young woman who seeks truth and revenge in a world filled with secrets and treachery. As the protagonist navigates hidden agendas and ancient riddles, she uncovers the strength within herself amidst the chaos of her surroundings.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a blend of dark fairy tales with a gothic atmosphere, featuring a strong female protagonist on a journey of discovery and vengeance. Perfect for those who thrive on myths and folklore interwoven with themes of transformation and secrets.

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The Path of Thorns

A lush and twisted dark fairy tale suffused with witchcraft, dark secrets and bitter revenge from the award-winning author of All the Murmuring Bones. Exquisite, haunting and at times brutal, readers of Naomi Novik and Erin Morgenstern will be entranced.

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Winner, Aurealis Awards 2022, Best Fantasy Novel

The Path of Thorns introduces Asher Todd, who arrives to live with the mysterious Morwood family as a governess to their children. While she knows little about being a governess, she is skilled in botany and herbcraft, and possibly more than that. Asher harbours secrets of her own, dark and terrible ones, and Morwood is a house that consumes secrets.

With a monstrous revenge in mind, Asher plans to make it choke.

However, as she grows fond of her charges and the people of the Tarn, she begins to wonder if she will be able to go through with her plan—and who will suffer most if she does. Yet, as the ghosts of her past become harder to control, Asher realises she has no choice.

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A.G. Slatter's The Path of Thorns is lauded for its dark and engrossing fairy tale quality, featuring a morally grey protagonist navigating a world of revenge and mystery. Reviewers praise its atmospheric, Gothic tone infused with humour, and its well-crafted pacing that keeps readers engaged. The novel is noted for its richly detailed setting and complex characters, offering an absorbing storytelling experience, comparable to works by authors like Naomi Novik and Ava Reid. It combines elements of sinister fairy tales, dark rituals, and nuanced political themes to create a compelling and modern classic.

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ISBN: 9781789094374

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 369g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Angela Slatter has won a World Fantasy Award, a British Fantasy Award, a Ditmar, an Australian Shadows Award and six Aurealis Awards for her short stories. She has an MA and a PhD in Creative Writing, is a graduate of Clarion South 2009 and the Tin House Summer Writers Workshop 2006. Angela's short stories have appeared in many Best Of anthologies, and her work has been translated into many languages. She teaches creative writing and lives in Brisbane, Australia.

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