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Gilly Ramsey's lonely childhood was brightened only by visits to her godmother until her death, when the grown-up Gilly inherits the family cottage, " Thornyhold." Set deep in a wild wood, with its magical and peaceful strength and its sovereign defenses against evil, Thornyhold is like something out of a fairy tale. The old house strikes an end to Gilly's bleak future, offering more than just a new home. It presents a chance to start over- despite its reputation for magic, history of witchcraft, and a resident black cat. This Gothic romance features sparkling prose, delightful characters, and classic intrigue.… (mais)
allisongryski: They both have: An unexpected inheritance of a house in the countryside, a hint of historical witchiness, and a bit of romance. The quality of writing is better in Thornyhold, but A Winter's Tale was a fun, light read with some similar plot elements.… (mais)
I loved this. The ending seemed a bit weak (hence only 4 stars), but as always, Stewart weaves an atmospheric spell that I find quite addictive. I find her such an evocative writer, and much more interesting than the current fad of plunking a protagonist into a Pivotal Situation on page 1, with action-action-action all. the. time. ( )
I love a good gothic novel but don't love the dark themes that so many newer gothics carry. I really enjoyed Thornyhold because, while the story does contain a bit of witchcraftiness, it's seen to be a negative, even an ungodly, thing and the heroine keeps a pure heart. It's a simple story---a novella, really---and was a refreshing short read during a busy few days. ( )
A young woman inherits a witch's house and has to deal with sudden paranormal events! It's not as exciting as it sounds. I like subtle, meandering, under-stated stories as much as the next ironic slacker, but this book is in a coma. ( )
Just got myself a second hand copy of this charming little book. First read it when it came out in the late 80's. Great read for a cold november night. ( )
Informação do Conhecimento Comum em inglês.Edite para a localizar na sua língua.
Enter these enchanted woods, You who dare. Nothing harms beneath the leaves More than waves a swimmer cleaves. Toss your heart up with the lark, Foot at peace with mouse and worm, Fair you fare. Only at the dread of dark Quaver, and they quit their form: Thousand eyeballs under hoods Have you by the hair. Enter these enchanted woods, You who dare. --George Meredith The Woods of Westermain
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Informação do Conhecimento Comum em inglês.Edite para a localizar na sua língua.
To the memory of my mother and father with love and gratitude
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Informação do Conhecimento Comum em inglês.Edite para a localizar na sua língua.
I suppose that my mother could have been a witch if she had chosen to.
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Informação do Conhecimento Comum em inglês.Edite para a localizar na sua língua.
"You know, Jill, I sometimes think that Grandmother could have been a witch if she had wanted to."
Gilly Ramsey's lonely childhood was brightened only by visits to her godmother until her death, when the grown-up Gilly inherits the family cottage, " Thornyhold." Set deep in a wild wood, with its magical and peaceful strength and its sovereign defenses against evil, Thornyhold is like something out of a fairy tale. The old house strikes an end to Gilly's bleak future, offering more than just a new home. It presents a chance to start over- despite its reputation for magic, history of witchcraft, and a resident black cat. This Gothic romance features sparkling prose, delightful characters, and classic intrigue.
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