The strongest portions of The Guinevere Deception are the parts that White has reworked aspects of familiar medieval literature and lore and made them her own. They banished magic to make way for rules and laws. “Trees, magic, wilderness were the uncaring opposite of justice. This world is one that is both wondrous and terrifying, for while Camelot is currently peaceful, a much darker force lurks unseen and threatens to overturn the realm. This Guinevere is powerful young woman, determined to do whatever it takes to protect her new husband alive and the kingdom. But Guinevere is not who she seems: the real future queen is dead and this Guinevere is a changeling, raised by Merlin and tasked with keeping Arthur safe from magical threats. The story opens with Guinevere, betrothed to King Arthur, traveling to Camelot for the first time in her life. So here’s my spoiler-free review of The Guinevere Deception, out November 2019 by Delacorte Press. Seriously: my dog is even named Guinevere! My college minor is Medieval and Early Modern Studies! This book was made for me. As a fan of all things both from European medieval literature and Arthurian lore, a retelling of Guinevere was right up my alley. As soon as I saw the title of Kiersten White’s newest book I knew it was one I needed to read.
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