This novel is a retelling of multiple folktales, set in a winter fairytale environment, and focuses on the stories of three young women: Miriyem, Wanda, and Irina. All three find themselves caught up in their fathers' affairs and are trying to escape their fates.

Initially, the story seemed promising, with a powerful female protagonist and a feminist tone that tackled sensitive themes like discrimination and domestic abuse. However, the addition of multiple points of view made it difficult to follow. Despite the beautiful writing style and the retelling of diverse old tales, the slow pace and lack of distinction between the characters made it challenging to stay invested in the plot.

Overall, while the writing was quite beautiful, the lack of a strong plot and a clear focus on individual characters made it difficult to connect with Spinning Silver.