Quick thoughts:
- Gorgeous, gorgeous cover! I love all the gold.
- Historical fiction and magical realism!
- Russian folklore, Jewish history, and reimagining of Goblin Market by Christina Rossetti!
- I love that Liba's POV was told in prose, while Laya's was told in verse. It made a lot of sense to me because Liba is more level-headed and grounded, while Laya is a huge daydreamer with rose-tinted glasses.
- Beautifully lyrical, enchanting writing style. (I highlighted so many passages in my copy!)
- I love Liba and Laya equally, although I found myself more than occasionally frustrated with both of them. They're both pretty immature and naive, but in a totally understandable way.
- Discusses real-world atrocities, particularly the horror of anti-Semitism and prejudice.
- Also tackles sexual/romantic awakening of two young girls.
- This is a very character-driven story with an agonizingly slow pacing. The middle part, in particular, is a bit of a plateau.
- But if you're a patient reader in search of a great coming-of-age story with magical realism and atmospheric writing, then The Sisters of the Winter Wood is for you!

Full review to follow!

Rating: 4 stars
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