Mystery

Though not expertly crafted, this story drew me in. There's a journey in both physical and liminal space, the stillness of the forest, fiber arts, and the promise of something stable and permanent under the transient physical nature of things, a message that is especially comforting to me in 2020. It was not a surprise to learn that Bordhi was influenced by Eckhart Tolle. I kind of want to check out her knitting books and tutorials now. ( )

I bought this book when caught up in the frenzy of being amazed at her boundless creativity that you can't help but feel at the end of a knitting workshop with her. I was curious as to where that ability to make connections that others don't would take her in writing a novel; after all, where it takes her when she'd got yarn and needles in her hands is pretty amazing.

Then, I let the book rest on my shelf for years, untouched. I'm sorry I waited so long. This is a wonderful tale about two children learning about the magic of nature, and the nature of magic and the interconnectedness of all things. Thanks Cat! ( )

Ugh, I just couldn't finish this book. Mostly it was the fact that it is the first in a trilogy that has been out for SEVERAL years and the other two are no where in sight of being published. I can't take that crap. I'm fine (not thrilled) with books that have sequels that aren't out yet but are DEFINITELY coming out in the next few years. But this has nothing on the horizon. The characters were pretty flat and I just wanted a lot more out of it. Disappointed.

This book was a surprise. I didn't think I would like it as much as I did. It drew me in, like a moth to flame. There were a couple spots where it was slow or repetitive, but by and large, the "forest inside" captured me as it did the children. I have always believed in meditation and finding an inner peace, a connection to all things. This is what the book espouses. It's always nice to find an entertaining story that also enriches and confirms personal belief. This is what this book does for me. ( )