Malice
Malice
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
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Malice by Heather Walter is a reimagining of the Sleeping Beauty fairy tale, featuring a person named Alyce, who is often seen as a villain due to her dark magic. The story explores themes of identity, love, and power as Alyce navigates through a world that fears and misunderstands her.
Mysterious
Dark
Fantastical
Emotional
Romantic
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Review Roundup
Malice by Heather Walter offers a refreshing twist on classic fairy tales, praised for its imaginative world-building and complex characters. Readers appreciate the LGBTQ+ representation, though some critique the pacing and predictability. Overall, Walter's debut novel captivates with creativity, despite minor narrative flaws.
Who Should Read Malice?
Readers who relish Malice by Heather Walter are fans of dark fairy-tale retellings and LGBTQ+ themes, similar to those who enjoyed Wicked by Gregory Maguire and The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden. They appreciate complex characters and a blend of fantasy with romance.
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