A review by bellebookcorner
The Knight and the Butcherbird by Alix E. Harrow

dark emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

The plot follows a storyteller, Shrike, who kept a huge secret from a renowned knight coming to slay a demon that has been terrorizing the town recently. 
 
The author has done such a great job in crafting this exceptional, emotional tale of fantasy, horror, love, grief and tragedy with lush world-building making me feel connected to the characters within just a few pages. 
 
The lyrical writing style delivered this story incredibly well, and the story concludes in a satisfying way. 
This may be the first short book that I've felt completely satisfied with, without wishing it were a full-length novel. 
 
This is the first book I’ve read by this author, and I absolutely love it. I will definitely check out the author’s other books in the future! 
 
I received an advanced review copy through Netgalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Huge thank you to the author and publisher!</i> 
 
⚠️ 𝐓𝐖: grief, murder, body horror, death, terminal illness, violence, animal death 
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