by Karin Tidbeck (Tidbeck)
The Memory Theater opens on two children living in
a twilight paradise called the Gardens where stately lords and ladies dance,
play croquet, and hunt the older children for their feasts. It reminded me of
stepping into a Maxfield Parrish painting combined with the bloodier end of
fairy tales.
Several characters leave the Garden, striking out into the world — or rather worlds — on desperate quests. If you like stories that combine wildly imaginative fantasy worlds with realistic historical fiction from our own world, this may be an “over the hills and far away” adventure for you. The prose frequently borders on lyrical without being syrupy and there are plenty of small moments that made me appreciate the author’s thoughtfulness. I will be seeking out more of their books soon.
[If you enjoy this, you may also wish to try Piranesi by Susanna Clarke, or The King of Elfland’s Daughter by Lord Sunsany.]
[
The
Memory Theater page on the official Karin Tidbeck
web site ]
Recommended
by Garren H.
Bennett Martin Public Library — Public Service
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