Books matching: curse on the lynn family
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Save:'Winter Rose' by Patricia A. McKillip is a beautifully written fantasy novel that weaves a tale of two sisters, Rois and Laurel, whose lives are changed by the return of Corbet Lynn to his ancestral home. The story unfolds with rumors of a curse on the Lynn family, leading to a romance between Laurel and Corbet, while Rois becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind the curse. McKillip's writing style is described as dreamy, lyrical, and rich in imagery, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, creating a mysterious and enchanting atmosphere throughout the book.
The plot of 'Winter Rose' revolves around themes of love, family relationships, the harshness of winter, and the pain of longing for something unattainable. McKillip's unique wordsmithery and evocative storytelling transport the reader into a world where nature is imbued with magic, and the characters grapple with mysteries and secrets that blur the boundaries between dreams and reality. The book delves into the complexities of human emotions, the allure of the supernatural, and the power of storytelling to captivate and enchant.
I was kneeling at the well; I had just lifted water to my lips. The well was one of the wood’s secrets: a deep spring as clear as light, hidden under an overhang of dark stones down which the brier ro...
