Frost by E. Latimer Pages: 468
Published by Patchwork Press on August 25, 2015
Series: Frost #1
Genres: Young Adult, Fantasy & Magic, mythology, Romance
Source: eARC from Publisher
Megan Walker’s touch has turned to ice. She can’t stop the frost, and the consequences of her first kiss are horrifying.
When her new powers attract attention, Megan finds herself caught up in an ancient war between Norse giants. One side fuelled by a mad queen’s obsession and an ancient prophecy about Ragnarök, the other by an age-old grudge. Both sides believe Megan to be something she’s not. Both sides will stop at nothing to have her.
Fire or frost. It’s an impossible decision, but she’ll have to act soon, because the storm is coming.
Frost is a young adult norse mythology book, which kicks off a new series by E. Latimer. (I believe the series will be the same name as the title but I haven’t found confirmation of that yet.) You all know how much I love mythology books, and frost is a great take on the Norse tales. I absolutely loved that author E. Latimer took a unique spin on the frost giants, and made them the rulers of the realm. Frost offers wonderfully imaginative writing, solid friendships, great characters, and a refreshing take with a main heroine that has her head and her intuition completely on point.
This may sound a bit strange but one of the things that I appreciated most about Frost was that both the frost and fire sides seemed to realize that they were asking a lot for a normal 17 year old girl to believe- not only that she was part frost giant, but also that their side was the side to be trusted. Loki and Erik (and no there is not a love triangle, for the record.) each realized that Megan had no reason to trust one side over the other because everything was completely new to her. I appreciated the time and space that people gave her to make her own decisions. It made the whole supernatural element of the story fit into what Megan thought was a contemporary world (kind of, other than that whole kissing and freezing a boy incident).
I could not put Frost down. really, this book was over 450 pages and I DEVOURED it in one night. It was that good. I loved watching Megan piece together court life, and figure out just what the heck was going on. What everyone’s hidden agendas were. Some I could figure out on my own and some smacked me right upside the head. Romance, fighting, mythology, what more could you ask for in a book. Plus I loved the wintery setting. And if you didn’t like the main character Megan, you and I need to have a serious conversation. For real. She is awesome. This book was a homerun for me. I cannot wait to see what is going to happen in book two.
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kindlemom1
Gorgeous cover! I love a good read and if you couldn’t put this down, then I’m sure I won’t be able to either!
Tammy V.
I have always loved mythology. In fact we had a Percy Jackson double movie marathon at home this weekend. Look forward to her take on the story.
Cassie
This is a very different story than I am used to reading, I love mythology so I am looking forward to see how the “storm” turns out!!
czai
I don’t read so much fantasy books but this one sounds good (especially since you “DEVOURED it in one night.” I like the sound of imaginative writing and how it had you thinking of “everyone’s agendas.”
Linda
I love fantasy romance but always have a tough time finding good books in this genre. Happy to come across this post!
Cindy
Oh my goodness, this brings me to tears! I still remember staying up all night devouring the story on Wattpad a couple years ago… *sigh* Good times. Glad you enjoyed it as much as I did! E. Latimer writes really well. So happy she traveled down the publishing route. I’ve already read the Wattpad version, as I said earlier, so I guess I am looking forward to the parts that she added exclusively for the published version.
Victoria
I am completely intrigued by the blurb and your review has me wanting to read this one so much more! Thanks for sharing, I can’t wait to check it out 🙂
Jazmen
This sounds really good. I don’t think I like the sound of over 450 pages. I mean it would have to be really captivating. I’ll look for this one on Goodreads and see what I think, if I’m willing to take it on.
K Davis
Lovely cover. The color contrast is very eye-catching.
Ally Swanson
I am most looking forward to the storyline and characters. This book sounds like such an interesting read!
E. Latimer
Wanted to pop by and say thanks so much for hosting a spot on the tour! =)
Alisha Sienkiel
This sounds very interesting! I really like that it is based on Norse mythology since I haven’t read a lot of YA books about that. Thanks for the giveaway!
Alice Lionel
I really love mythology and the cover looks gorgeous! Thanks so much for the giveaway!
Nikki J.
I would like to sink my eyes into this book because I love to read about Norse Mythology. The cover is very well imagined and designed.
bn100
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HollyB
I am sooo looking forward to this book! I hadn’t heard of it until I clicked on an ad for it on Goodreads, and it sounds so awesome! I read your review there on GR and the fact that you loved it makes me think I will too 🙂 I am most looking forward to the author’s take on Norse mythology. I don’t know nearly as much about Norse mythology as Greek/Roman, and I love learning new things! I love mythology in general, the idea that these stories have been passed down for millenia, and I am always eager to read a new interpretation. Thanks for the chance to win!