A continuation of the The Earthsea Cycle and written nearly two decades after the last book, Tehanu is a remarkably thoughtful entry into an already great series.

While the previous books explored themes of balance, social power, identity (aka: sooooo many names), with good sprinkles of magic and dragons to swiftly move along plot, Tehanu takes things a step further. It explores gender imbalances, but also champions narratives of the truly broken.

As happy as I was to see Ged and Tenar's stories continue, I was really intrigued by the young Therru. The kid suffered in ways that most could not fathom, and must live with some intense physical and psychological scars. Tenar's maternal devotion to the child was a love that had me more invested in the story than any romance could. It is with these bonds that, "What cannot be mended must be transcended" (273).

Overall, I really liked it. If you are reading the series, I would definitely recommend continuing past the original "trilogy." Society could also certainly benefit from a little more agape love for one another. Just my take.