Book Review: A Soul As Cold As Frost by Jennifer Kropf

I was sent this book in exchange for a review by Jennifer Kropf herself, and goodness, she did not disappoint.
If you’re looking for a read this autumn going into winter, I can’t recommend this book enough.

Star Rating: ★★★★☆

The book follows a retelling of The Nutcracker, but it takes it so much further than that. The world building in this story is truly fantastic and will make you really feel like you are stepping into a winter wonderland as fantastical as you might have dreamed of as a child around Christmastime.

Helen is a real, tangible person, she’s not made to be anything that she’s not, and she feels like someone you know, someone you could be friends with, or maybe even yourself in some ways. The dynamics between our two main characters are truly wonderful, they are enjoyable to read even when I got teary eyed. Zane is intriguing, and their adventure leaves you yearning for more by the end of the story.

I don’t want to spoil the plot because I want you to read this book and come at it from the angle I did, of not knowing, of letting yourself sink into Helen’s world. Let yourself be immersed, because I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.

This is a great read for lovers of YA and middle grade reading books, it may not be every adult’s cup of tea but as someone who regularly reads YA I think this fits in well. Give it a shot this holiday season and enjoy a cup of peppermint hot cocoa, it’s worth it for the cozy vibes this story will give you.