The Warbler is a dreamy and creative contemporary fantasy. Elisa has never stayed anywhere longer than ten months, or she will start to become a tree. Why does this curse haunt the women in her family? As Elisa flees anyplace that starts to feel like a home, she tries to retrace the steps of her mother and discover why their family became cursed. 

The Warbler was very difficult to put down once it hooked me. Sarah Beth Durst writes beautifully about grief, feeling stuck, and the idea of fate. Elisa’s curse is unique and compelling to watch as Elisa attempts to unravel the secret behind it. Sarah Beth Durst creates a cozy small town atmosphere, though it’s clearly a town with secrets. I enjoyed the flashback chapters as the reason behind the curse is discovered. The Warbler is the type of book that will have you thinking about it long after the last page. 

Readers who enjoy books about familial curses, the bond between mother and daughter, and creative contemporary fantasy will enjoy The Warbler. 

Thank you so much to Sarah Beth Durst, Lake Union Publishing, and NetGalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.