I loved this book. It was my first book for Eastern European & Slavic Folklore & it definitely caught my attention. This book makes me want to find other Fantasy books on Slavic Folklore and read them all! The Witch and the Tsar focuses on Baba Yaga & how she is misrepresented in the rumours around her. Right from the beginning, I could tell this book would be following an amazing FMC, where we learn all about her & her magical abilities.

This book was paced so well, in my opinion. It takes place over a long number of years, as we get introduced to different parts of the folklore, starting from who Baba Yaga's mother is & where she gets her magic from. We hen journey the adventure with Yaga, who takes on so many different personalities throughout her life & learns what is important and what isnt. I loved the ending of this book and the way it goes, I would consider it one of my cozy & comfy reads.