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Hey, lovelies! Just a little shoutout to say that if anyone is interested, I can do in-depth book reviews in return for a free copy of the book. I will post it on here but also on Goodreads and any other websites of your choice! If any author or publisher is interested, don't hesitate to email me! Comment on this post and I'll give you my email address, or contact me directly through this blog! I prefer a physical copy of the book, but I'm happy to read an ebook, post a review, and then get a copy of the book. I'll also promote the book on my instagram, @ midnightbookgirl_ , where I have 1,400 followers!

The Twisted Tree by Rachel Burge (First Impressions)

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          The Twisted Tree follows a girl named Martha who lost her eye in an accident and has since been able to sense people's emotions and memories when she touches her clothes as she travels to visit her grandmother in Norway to find out more about her strange ability. This story takes elements from horror and Norse Mythology to provide a captivating novel for teens and adults alike. The first few sentences of The Twisted Tree drew me in because they were strange. They left me with a lot of questions, so I continued to read... The writing style is easily comprehensible and descriptive, so it read easily and it was enjoyable. The first chapter made me quickly sympathise with the main character because she's shy and embarrassed. She has normal, ordinary struggles which make her relatable and likeable. I found that there were moments inside Martha's head without any action or dialogue that dragged out a little, with a bit too much telling rather than showing, but I st