West

I was graciously sent an ARC of West by Edith Pattou for an honest review. West is one of my most anticipated releases of 2018. The first book, East, came out about 15 years ago and it is one of my all-time favorite books. It's so beautiful. All thoughts and feelings surrounding this book are my own. Thank you HMH for sending me an ARC. Reading West was so much fun. It gave me so many nostalgic vibes. I absolutely adored reimmersing myself in Edith Pattou's writing style. She writes so beautifully. It's very much like a traditional fairy tale. In East, Rose has to travel east of the sun and west of the moon to rescue her White Bear, Charles, from the Troll People. West follows Rose and the White Bear's story soon after their happily ever after. However, their lives are soon turned upside down when Charles's ship goes missing and he is reported dead. Rose is convinced that he isn't dead, so she goes on another adventure to find her White Bear. West is a lovely combination of lyrical writing, a plot imbued with Scandinavian legends/myths/fairytales, fantastical adventures, and lovely characters that you cannot help but love. Rose is a such strong, independent, and inspiring character. It was so nice to get to spend time with her again. She's one of my all-time favorite characters. I absolutely adored the multiple perspectives throughout this book. It was so nice to get to read from Neddy, Rose's Mother and Father, and Charles' perspectives. It was also so nice to get to know Rose's children. I love their family dynamic. I also really love how the characters have developed since the ending of East.East will always hold a special place in my heart. Though West isn't as good as East, it is well worth the read. I'm so excited to have gotten to read it. Thank you so much HMH and Edith Pattou for sending me an ARC. I cannot wait for my finished copy to come in.Don't forget to pick up the new edition of West too! I will be posting pictures of my preorders on my Insta-stories this next week once they come out.

If you have not read East, which is book one, don't read this review because it's bound to spoil something, anything.Now, if you have read East, make sure you read West too. It just goes to show that the happy-ever-after is just a beginning, not an end. It's another journey, a different one.As book one was similar to Beauty and the Beast and was inspired by Norse folktales, this one was different; a continuation of Rose & Charles' lives, with added twists and turns.I haven't inhaled this one, like East; I've actually savored it, taken it slow. That does not, in any way, mean West was not good. It was still so very good, with many feels. Ms. Pattou once again demonstrates just what an amazing story-weaver she truly is.Besides Rose & Charles, we also get to see what the side characters are doing. It's an adventure for them all. We embark on a journey with all of them; through sickness, to the top of the mountain, and to fairy-tale islands.Because family is family, blood or not, and it's yet another thing I love about the East duology.These two books will be definite rereads, that's for sure. 5 stars.

Not nearly as well-written as "East." The plot lurches from one crisis to another in a disconnected way. I wouldn't recommend this book to people who liked the first one. I liked "East" very much, and recommended it, but I barely finished this one.

"East" by Edith Pattou is one of my favorite books. Seriously, I reread it at least once a year. When I saw that there was a sequel, I was unsure and reluctant to acknowledge this new chapter (I liked the ending a lot). However, I should have remembered that Rose, Neddy, Charles, and I were all in good hands. in " West," Edith Pattou does what she does best; she weaves a magical story that I absolutely adored. Magic, quests, revenge, true love...it's all there in "West!" Highly recommended, especially if you enjoyed "East." Thank you, Edith!

I loved Patton’s first book East and read it many years ago and always hoped for a sequel. This book did not disappoint it was just as engaging and heartfelt as the first book. I enjoyed reading about Rose and her determination to overcome any obstacle as well as the side story of Neddys journey. I alsoLove how Pattou blends old mythology into her stories in a creative way. I had trouble putting this one down and read it in less than two days.

She was thrilled with it and the first book East. Her school library has a waiting list and because she is a slow reader she was unable to finish the school copy. This and the East book are getting her reading! YEA!

I came late to EAST, but fell in love with this author's work by the second page. It was exciting following her writing adventures as she wrote WEST. I loved this one, as well. I enjoy going into the land of old legends and who can resist the idea of a charming bear who becomes a man? I'm saving both books for my tiny great-granddaughters to enjoy when they are old enough to treasure a great story. Meanwhile, I encourage everyone to read both EAST and WEST.

I was so excited to see this sequel. I knew there was more to Rose's story. And I was so happy her brother Neddy finally found his other half. I loved the addition of Estelle's voice telling the story. Fun adventures through the alps and Scotland, this was truly a great way to finish the story.

I read 'East' or 'North Child', as I always knew it, when I was ten or eleven (I am now 23) and to say I fell in love with it would be an understatement. The story of Rose and her white bear captivated me completely, I've lost count of how many times I've read and reread my dog eared copy of that fabulous book. 'West', in my opinion, is a more than worthy sequel, another spellbinding tale of love, magic and enormous courage in the face of seemingly impossible odds from the immensely talented Edith Pattou. I know it's a cliché, but I honestly couldn't put it down. The rich characters, air of mystery and utter devotion to duty reflected in this book is just as strong and enchanting as in the first book, I couldn't be more pleased with it. If you read and loved 'North Child' ('East') you will absolutely love 'West'

My daughter loved it