I bought this book after seeing the cover on my Facebook feed. I'm a big book cover fanatic and I just love abstract covers. This one is so beautiful and I'm so delighted to be able to say that the story matched it perfectly. This spooky, grim, story is dark and twisted with just the right amount of angst for a YA novel.
We begin by meeting Martha as she travels to visit her grandmother. Martha is blind in one eye after a terrible accident involving the tree at her grandmother's house. When Martha arrives at her Grandmother's she discovers a strange boy inside and that her grandmother has died.
Martha has a rather strange ability which awakened after her accident and she has gone to her grandmother for answers.
I don't want to spoil the book and give things away as this is a great tale that is worth reading. It's dark and creepy and with the story mainly revolving around Martha and Stig, the author brings you right into the thick of things with dark shadows a disturbing creature that seeks to destroy them, flesh hanging from bones, razor sharp claws, and a tree that houses the souls of the dead.
The tree needs to be watered and the souls need to be kept safe, and the monster needs to be killed. This tense and gripping story has it all and at just the right amounts too. I enjoyed the flow of the books, the characters, and the interweaving of Norwegian. The old folklore is wonderful too. I wanted to know what the mystery was surrounding the tree and Martha and her grandmother the whole way through the book and I certainly wasn't disappointed.
Released as a YA book, I think it definitely hits the target audience and the romantic tension between Martha and Stig is very well done.
All in all, another 5 star read from me and I look forward to reading more for this debut author.

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Fecha de publicación27 septiembre 2018
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Part ghost story, part Nordic mystery - a creepy and chilling tale steeped in Norse myth, perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman and Michelle Paver's DARK MATTER. Martha can tell things about a person just by touching their clothes, as if their emotions and memories have been absorbed into the material. It started the day she fell from the tree at her grandma's cabin and became blind in one eye. Determined to understand her strange ability, Martha sets off to visit her grandmother, Mormor - only to discover Mormor is dead, a peculiar boy is in her cabin and a terrifying creature is on the loose. Then the spinning wheel starts creaking, books move around and terror creeps in . . . Set in the remote snows of contemporary Norway, THE TWISTED TREE is a ghost story that twists and turns - and never takes you quite where you'd expect.
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Críticas
A creepy and evocative fantasy, likely to make readers wary of the shadows in the corner of an eye ― Sunday Times
Creepy and amazing ― MTV UK
The Twisted Tree is a romantic, creepy, hugely atmospheric story. I loved it. ― L.A. Weatherly
I really enjoyed this book - well written, an original idea, with an unusual setting and some fantastic moments. Martha is a great character and I like the fact that she isn't an automatic hero, that her bravery isn't a given. ― NM Browne, author of WOLF BLOOD
The Twisted Tree is billed as a YA novel, but don't let that fool you - this is a ghost story that will get under the skin of the most hardened reader. It's a slow burner that makes fantastically creepy use of its isolated Norwegian setting, and expertly combines Nordic mythology with the supernatural. In many ways, it feels a bit like Neil Gaiman's Coraline collided with Catherine Storr's Marianne Dreams, with a smidgen of Beowulf thrown in for good measure ― Starburst Magazine
Rachel Burge presents us with a stunning intermingling of Norse mythology, horror, and an unusual coming of age. Hauntingly beautiful descriptions, juxtaposed against a ramping relentless sense of peril. Wonderfully eerie, deliciously frightening, a perfect story for a dank and windy night in front of the fire ― Bookbag
Its dark and ominous and the perfect quick read for those who want some eerie goodness on a weeknight. The fact that I opened it, sat down and read for 3 hours straight (minor breaks because my heart can't take creepy) on a night when I have 5000+ other things I should be occupying myself with solidifies my belief that this should get a perfect score ― Close Encounters of the Paper Kind
So compelling and creepy, and would make a perfect Halloween or wintery read ― Library of Books and Tea
Brilliantly effective at creating a slow, creeping atmosphere that made me feel chilled even when sitting in a room filled with lots of people. Fantastic writing! ― Chrikaru Reads
This is the perfect story for the dark nights which will come before spring and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys thrillers which are atmospheric rather than gory. A beautiful and haunting tale ― Book Murmuration --Este texto se refiere a la edición paperback.
Creepy and amazing ― MTV UK
The Twisted Tree is a romantic, creepy, hugely atmospheric story. I loved it. ― L.A. Weatherly
I really enjoyed this book - well written, an original idea, with an unusual setting and some fantastic moments. Martha is a great character and I like the fact that she isn't an automatic hero, that her bravery isn't a given. ― NM Browne, author of WOLF BLOOD
The Twisted Tree is billed as a YA novel, but don't let that fool you - this is a ghost story that will get under the skin of the most hardened reader. It's a slow burner that makes fantastically creepy use of its isolated Norwegian setting, and expertly combines Nordic mythology with the supernatural. In many ways, it feels a bit like Neil Gaiman's Coraline collided with Catherine Storr's Marianne Dreams, with a smidgen of Beowulf thrown in for good measure ― Starburst Magazine
Rachel Burge presents us with a stunning intermingling of Norse mythology, horror, and an unusual coming of age. Hauntingly beautiful descriptions, juxtaposed against a ramping relentless sense of peril. Wonderfully eerie, deliciously frightening, a perfect story for a dank and windy night in front of the fire ― Bookbag
Its dark and ominous and the perfect quick read for those who want some eerie goodness on a weeknight. The fact that I opened it, sat down and read for 3 hours straight (minor breaks because my heart can't take creepy) on a night when I have 5000+ other things I should be occupying myself with solidifies my belief that this should get a perfect score ― Close Encounters of the Paper Kind
So compelling and creepy, and would make a perfect Halloween or wintery read ― Library of Books and Tea
Brilliantly effective at creating a slow, creeping atmosphere that made me feel chilled even when sitting in a room filled with lots of people. Fantastic writing! ― Chrikaru Reads
This is the perfect story for the dark nights which will come before spring and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys thrillers which are atmospheric rather than gory. A beautiful and haunting tale ― Book Murmuration --Este texto se refiere a la edición paperback.
Nota de la solapa
Part ghost story, part Nordic mystery - a creepy and chilling tale steeped in Norse myth, perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman and Michelle Paver's DARK MATTER. Martha can tell things about a person just by touching their clothes, as if their emotions and memories have been absorbed into the material. It started the day she fell from the tree at her grandma's cabin and became blind in one eye. Determined to understand her strange ability, Martha sets off to visit her grandmother, Mormor - only to discover Mormor is dead, a peculiar boy is in her cabin and a terrifying creature is on the loose. Then the spinning wheel starts creaking, books move around and terror creeps in . . . Set in the remote snows of contemporary Norway, THE TWISTED TREE is a ghost story that twists and turns - and never takes you quite where you'd expect.
--Este texto se refiere a la edición paperback.
Biografía del autor
Rachel Burge works as a freelance feature writer and has written for a variety of websites, including BBC Worldwide, Cosmo, and MTV. She lives in East Sussex with her partner, son, and black Labrador Biff. She is fascinated by Norse myth and swears she once saw a ghost.She is on Twitter (@RachelABurge), Facebook (RachelBurge) and Instagram (rachelburgewriter) and Pinterest (burge0709) Her website is rachelburge.co.uk
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- ASIN : B07B7PFMPX
- Editorial : Hot Key Books (27 septiembre 2018)
- Idioma : Inglés
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- Longitud de impresión : 179 páginas
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Amanda Evans
5,0 de 5 estrellas
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Ellie_V
5,0 de 5 estrellas
Deliciously dark
Revisado en Reino Unido el 4 de octubre de 2018Compra verificada
As a huge fan of anything remotely Scandi noir and of Norse mythology this wonderfully spooky tale instantly ticked two boxes for me. The author builds a sense of foreboding from the outset, deftly weaving darkness into every page - we know just what Martha is experiencing as surely as if we touched her cardigan. This is evocatively written, but never at the expense of a gripping and well-paced plot. A perfect book to curl up with as the nights are drawing in - and a definite treat this Halloween. More soon please Ms Burge!

molly w.
2,0 de 5 estrellas
Disappointing, farfetched, childish
Revisado en Reino Unido el 29 de marzo de 2019Compra verificada
I'm at 70% of this book and think I may have to give up, I'm struggling to understand all the 5* reviews, the character development is unrealistic and Martha is incredibly unlikeable, she's in her dead grandma's cottage with some random guy being attacked by apparitions and some sort of monster but she doesn't seem particularly bothered, she only seems to worry about superficial things like how pretty she is or isn't and if said boy fancies her *eye roll*. The action/scary scenes are farfetched and silly, there's no tension or excitement to be found there and nothing is well enough explained or realistically reacted to by the characters.
I feel like this might be enjoyable for young teens but for me it's too childish and hollow. Ah well, it was only 99p!
I feel like this might be enjoyable for young teens but for me it's too childish and hollow. Ah well, it was only 99p!

TeaPartyPrincess
5,0 de 5 estrellas
Secrets, grief, family, mythology, acceptance.
Revisado en Reino Unido el 15 de enero de 2019Compra verificada
I had already read the first couple of chapters of this thanks to Readers First, and I was hooked from the start. But when I got further into the story it got very dark, very quickly. And I was blown away.
The Twisted Tree is dark and twisty and chilling and you will definitely need a blanket (to hide under) to keep yourself warm while you read. The writing is incredibly evocative, and I could see every scene play out as though I was watching it. I was blinded by the fog, by the swirling snow. I felt the elation of mucking around and throwing snow balls. But even thinking back to it now my fingers and toes are cold.
This book is honestly excellently written. I loved the style, I loved the imagery, I loved the Norse mythology woven in. I loved Martha and her insecurities, and I loved Stig and how mysterious he was. I didn't know who to trust and what was real or imagined, and I loved it. I really enjoyed how the setting, how being in such close quarters, accelerated the building relationship between Martha and Stig.
I would recommend this to anyone who loves Norse Mythology, a bit of a thrill, and beautiful writing. It was wonderful.
The Twisted Tree is dark and twisty and chilling and you will definitely need a blanket (to hide under) to keep yourself warm while you read. The writing is incredibly evocative, and I could see every scene play out as though I was watching it. I was blinded by the fog, by the swirling snow. I felt the elation of mucking around and throwing snow balls. But even thinking back to it now my fingers and toes are cold.
This book is honestly excellently written. I loved the style, I loved the imagery, I loved the Norse mythology woven in. I loved Martha and her insecurities, and I loved Stig and how mysterious he was. I didn't know who to trust and what was real or imagined, and I loved it. I really enjoyed how the setting, how being in such close quarters, accelerated the building relationship between Martha and Stig.
I would recommend this to anyone who loves Norse Mythology, a bit of a thrill, and beautiful writing. It was wonderful.

Mrs. S. K. Mann
5,0 de 5 estrellas
The perfect eerie read.
Revisado en Reino Unido el 5 de noviembre de 2018Compra verificada
This book is perfect for those nights when it's dark outside and you are sitting wrapped up in a blanket by the fire. However, you might want to read it in daylight hours, before those dancing shadows make you jump.
The Twisted Tree is about a girl called Martha, a girl who can feel people’s memories when she touches their clothing. She travels to Norway to visit her Grandmother to get some answers. The story is pretty much based there and is about friendship, Norse mythology and a few monsters thrown in.
Martha is an interesting character. She is blind in one eye after an accident with the Twisted Tree in her Grandmother's garden. She sees herself as being hideous and has hidden away from the outside world ever since. I was interested in Martha's ability and I hope to be able to read more about it if there is a sequel.
She meets Stig when she arrives at her Grandmother's house. I wasn't sure about him at first but grew to like him and rooted for him and Martha. They were good for each other and again I'd like to read more about them.
There is so much that unfolds and creeps out it will have you reading way into the dark hours. Just watch out for those shadows. Martha learns a lot about her family and why her Grandmother's legacy was so important.
I really enjoyed reading this, but it left me with quite a few questions. Not that the ending wasn't satisfying, it just left me wanting more.
If you want something creepy and steeped in Norse history this book is for you. But, you'll want to keep the light on
The Twisted Tree is about a girl called Martha, a girl who can feel people’s memories when she touches their clothing. She travels to Norway to visit her Grandmother to get some answers. The story is pretty much based there and is about friendship, Norse mythology and a few monsters thrown in.
Martha is an interesting character. She is blind in one eye after an accident with the Twisted Tree in her Grandmother's garden. She sees herself as being hideous and has hidden away from the outside world ever since. I was interested in Martha's ability and I hope to be able to read more about it if there is a sequel.
She meets Stig when she arrives at her Grandmother's house. I wasn't sure about him at first but grew to like him and rooted for him and Martha. They were good for each other and again I'd like to read more about them.
There is so much that unfolds and creeps out it will have you reading way into the dark hours. Just watch out for those shadows. Martha learns a lot about her family and why her Grandmother's legacy was so important.
I really enjoyed reading this, but it left me with quite a few questions. Not that the ending wasn't satisfying, it just left me wanting more.
If you want something creepy and steeped in Norse history this book is for you. But, you'll want to keep the light on