Book Reviews of Enchantment

A unique twist on a common fairy tale, with a variety of unexpected plot elements. Set amongst the folk tales of Russia, this story features a strong heroine with an equally strong, if not knightly, hero. I thought this would be a very predictable tale, but was wrong -- it kept me engaged from start to finish. Highly recommended.

Excellent example of modern fantasy in the type of De Lindt, Bull, and other authors of that type. A Ukrainian scholar wakes Sleeping Beauty. Being a Russian tale, love doesn't necessarily all run smoothly, but the characters are exploring the same relationship questions that Card explored in Children of the Mind, ie. how do strong men and women form relationship with one another? Beautiful characterization and interesting story lines.

The book is enchanting. I love the author, Orson Scott Card, and have read at least 10 of his books.

This is a re-writing of the fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty, wherein the main character goes back in time and becomes part of the story in an ancient land which becomes Ukraine.

There's culture, religion, magic, witchcraft, myth and legend mixed up in a beautifully written joyous book to read.

I recommend it highly.

This is a very enjoyable retelling of Sleeping Beauty with several twists thrown in. I found the storyline fun, entertaining and consistent. As an adult I appreciated the sexual tension between the main characters and of course a satisfying consummation of their relationship.

I loved this book. It was such a good fairytale sort of story for adults!

Great Book!!

Interesting reconceptualization of "Sleeping Beauty" and Baba Yaga, with some fun back-in-time action. If you like Card, you'll probably like this one.

Card takes a classic fairytale and turns it upside down. He takes modern aspects and incorporates it well enough so that the original fairy tale loses its charm. There is a perfect balance of the classical, modern, religious, and mythical. A great read that won't allow you to put it down.

Good fantasy.

Not my favorite OSC book but still quite enjoyable. It was a light, fast read...perfect for summer. I would definitely recommend it.

This was okay, a time travel story set in Russia around the year 900 with a fairy tale spin. Didn't really grab me, but it wasn't bad.

Enchanting, as the title depicts! Beautiful myth of love throughout time, woven together with history and religion.

A wonderful story with that special Orson Scott Card touch. It reads like a legend or myth but has all the detail and power of a novel. I loved this book.

Enchanting!

I lovw this book and have read it multiple times.

Card does it again, with story telling so enchanting and engaging.
a mix of magic and modernity, Card has woven the threads of history, religion and myth together in a time-hopping tale that is part love story and part adventure.

A wonderful re-telling of Sleeping Beauty. This was my first Orson Scott Card novel and although I'm not usually a big fantasy fan, this one was terrific. The ancient Ukraine is brought to life and skillfully contrasted with contemporary America and, thank goodness! there's an equal partnership between the hero and heroine, but also, thankfully, it takes them both a great deal of courage and a tremendous leap of faith on both sides to make it come together. In other words, although it's a fantasy the characters are believable and like all good fairy tales it has a happy ending.

Right side corner is bent but the pages are good condition. It has only been read once.

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