![]() I've been a fan of Kristoffer Gair's work for quite some time, even back when he was somebody else. With every book, he brings me a tale I never knew I needed with the expertise of a storyteller who knows how to reach the secret, magical places of imagination. The 'prequel' to this book, Butterflies I Have Known, which I understand wasn't meant to have a sequel... gives us just enough information to want more story. That's to be expected from Kristoffer. Still, I didn't expect that Cristian would be the focus... I imagined it would be a different character; and I'm delighted I was wrong. This book is a pile of enigmas wrapped in so much heart and soul, that the puzzle feels extremely personal. I shared the aches, tears, and celebrated right along with the characters as they discovered all the answers, and more. The sincerely emotional impact of the connection Cristian has to other characters is palpable, real, and I swear, I've felt these same things in my own life. This is exactly why Kristoffer is such a superb storyteller. He has a unique ability to take what I have felt and make me feel it again... even when I thought I'd forgotten. And just for the record, I've never liked eggs, and now I have one more reason... but you'll have to read the book to judge for yourself! Each time Kristoffer introduces me to new characters and new places, I feel like I'm on holiday with them, and I want to settle in, hear their stories, understand their culture, and just listen. Reading his pages, for this book, especially, felt a lot like sharing time with cherished friends that I haven't seen in a while. I wanted to move through the story slowly, listening carefully to the details, and imagining through the adventure so I could perhaps touch a little of it myself... and I certainly did exactly that. Although this book was a comfortable read, not too challenging and not to fast, it didn't drag, either. The pace was so perfect that I savored the story like a meal with lifelong friends I've never met. It was an exceptional experience. There are other characters that I would like to learn more about someday. I don't know if Kristoffer has plans to share their stories publicly, but I'm sure that if I ask him nicely, he'll share a bit more with me. And if you're interested in more... I sincerely recommend the Falling Awake series. It'll connect dots you didn't know were hiding in plain sight. Do you need to read Butterflies I have Known first, before Snow Angels In The Dust? Nope... but you should definitely read them both!
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