3.5 stars



A lavishly epic adventure! The Spanish mythology and cultural setting gives this story diversity. Think the [b:The Lightning Thief|28187|The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1)|Rick Riordan|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1400602609l/28187._SY75_.jpg|3346751] series but minus the overdone Greek gods trope. This is an exciting young adult fantasy novel that adults will also enjoy. I would categorize this as a new adult book as it can be read by both demographics. I've been dying to read "Woven in Moonlight" ever since it became one of the most popular #bookstagram covers of 2019. The rich language is breathtaking, just ultimately stunning in its creation. The reader is swept up in a unique and tantalizing escapade that captures all five of the senses.



While I do adore the main character, the side characters are even better! Rumi was such an interesting and mysterious guy. I usually find mysterious male characters to be an annoying trope, but Rumi is so complex and intriguing that I got excited whenever I saw his name. His quotes were the best and I could picture him vividly in my mind. He's like the YA genre's version of [b:Don Quixote|3836|Don Quixote|Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1546112331l/3836._SX50_.jpg|121842], but a better version of course.



I can't forget about the sloth either! Such a cute and original pet for the main heroine. Honestly all my favorite moments were when the sloth was mentioned. It gave the story much-needed humor and entertainment. This is a must-read for any mythology and fantasy readers and readers who enjoy badass female fictional characters.