Fairest Son Blog Tour: Spotlight and Review!

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Hey there, Readers!

I come to you today to spotlight my lovely friend Hannah Williams' new book, Fairest Son!

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In this gender-flipped retelling of Snow White, the Fair and Foul courts of the fey folk have long yearned for one to bring them together in peace... but hopes are dashed when the fairest prince and the prophecy concerning him are laid to ruin. Burdened with shame and sorrow, the prince flees to the cold mountains far above the forests and lochs with nothing but animals and goblins for company.

When a human huntress stumbles upon him in her search for a legendary predator, their fates are intertwined. But she hides deadly secrets, and if he dares to trust her, he may risk the doom of both courts to an ancient evil...

Although my hardcopy has not yet been delivered from Amazon (two days to go- almost here!), I very fortunately got to read it thanks to the digital copy Hannah generously sent me.  And let me tell you, readers, this book is a must-read for those who like fairy tale retellings and the Fey.  

The book is filled with informed references to Celtic Fairy mythology.  The Seelie and Unseelie courts, the differences that separate them, and the similarities that haunt them, are explored in vivid and sometimes heart-rending detail.

Beyond Fairest Son's fairy tale setting, however, there is a deeper theme of grace, healing, and redemption.  The author's Christian faith shows through as even in the midst of these magical settings, the lines are clearly drawn between this world and hers.  It's not specifically allegorical, but there are many places that feel distinctly familiar for any who are familiar Jesus and His principles. Though God's name is not spoken, one character in particular demonstrates His loving and forgiving nature.  

Filled with moments of both charming light and chilling darkness, this addicting story kept me reading with every chance I had, until I reached the satisfying conclusion.  I definitely recommend this for lovers of fantasy, fairy tales, and of course.... the Fair Ones.  

If you're interested in reading this book, hop on over to Amazon and purchase your copy today! 
Or, if you head to Hannah's official website, you can purchase the ebook version for only $1.99. 

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-Emmarayn Redding