Goodreads review by Kelly
Fargoer follows the life of Vierra life from a young teenager entering womanhood and the joys and trials she faces in the years after. It is well-written and gives readers an interesting view into Finnish lore and history. I did not know the basis of the poetry in the novel as I read it, but thanks to a fellow reviewer, I plan to look into it.
It was also interesting seeing how Vierra's tribe had women leaders and heads of houses; and then later shows the contrast and the clash of mentalities, a war of the two mindsets and ways, with the masculine reign of Vikings and other settlements encroaching on them.
This book is more about the journey than the destination. I'm more used to reading fantasy where the main character has a clear-cut goal in mind, like saving the kingdom from the evil villain. Fargoer wasn't so defined. Vierra wandered or was dragged about, trying to find her place in the world. It seems Vierra may have found a purpose by the end of the novel; and as this is just the beginning of her story, it'll be interesting to see where destiny leads her next.
Note: I received a free copy from the author for a fair and honest review.
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It was also interesting seeing how Vierra's tribe had women leaders and heads of houses; and then later shows the contrast and the clash of mentalities, a war of the two mindsets and ways, with the masculine reign of Vikings and other settlements encroaching on them.
This book is more about the journey than the destination. I'm more used to reading fantasy where the main character has a clear-cut goal in mind, like saving the kingdom from the evil villain. Fargoer wasn't so defined. Vierra wandered or was dragged about, trying to find her place in the world. It seems Vierra may have found a purpose by the end of the novel; and as this is just the beginning of her story, it'll be interesting to see where destiny leads her next.
Note: I received a free copy from the author for a fair and honest review.
LINK TO ORIGINAL ARTICLE