Today I have a review of The Girl in Red by Christina Henry available on June 18, 2019 from Berkley Publishing! I love a good retelling, and this one is brilliant! Woo hoo!
My Thoughts:
I’ve long wanted to read a Christina Henry book. I’ve even bought a couple for my shelf and just haven’t read them yet. I’m thrilled that The Girl in Red was my first because what a way to begin!
The Girl in Red is a post-apocalyptic spin on Little Red Riding Hood. It’s no longer safe to be in the woods. The creatures come out at night, and sometimes there are men worse than the creatures. Ever since the “Crisis” happened, the woman in the red jacket (“Red”) has no choice but to enter the woods at night.
Those who survived the crisis now live in quarantine camps where disease and death are formidable adversaries. Red is trying to survive.
Imagine all the evil men and cruel beasts and mash them together and then you may have identified Red’s true adversary. But Red’s no weak woman. You’ll see.
The Girl in Red is hauntingly dark and beautifully written. Red is a character to absolutely love. She’s a fighter and as tough as they come. I loved the pace and the ending came on fast, too, almost leaving an opening for a sequel maybe?
This is a book you can easily binge. I would start it when you have time to keep going because the pace and suspense keeps you completely engaged, and I know I couldn’t bear to put it down! The Girl in Red is a magnificently compelling and smart retelling of one of my favorite fairy tales!
I received a complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
About the Book:
From the national bestselling author of Alice comes a postapocalyptic take on the perennial classic “Little Red Riding Hood”…about a woman who isn’t as defenseless as she seems.
It’s not safe for anyone alone in the woods. There are predators that come out at night: critters and coyotes, snakes and wolves. But the woman in the red jacket has no choice. Not since the Crisis came, decimated the population, and sent those who survived fleeing into quarantine camps that serve as breeding grounds for death, destruction, and disease. She is just a woman trying not to get killed in a world that doesn’t look anything like the one she grew up in, the one that was perfectly sane and normal and boring until three months ago.
There are worse threats in the woods than the things that stalk their prey at night. Sometimes, there are men. Men with dark desires, weak wills, and evil intents. Men in uniform with classified information, deadly secrets, and unforgiving orders. And sometimes, just sometimes, there’s something worse than all of the horrible people and vicious beasts combined.
Red doesn’t like to think of herself as a killer, but she isn’t about to let herself get eaten up just because she is a woman alone in the woods….
Have you read The Girl in Red, or is it on your TBR? Happy Reading! ~ Jennifer THR
I love post-apocalyptic fiction and this one sounds great! Even the cover is scary. I will definitely be adding this one to my list, Jennifer!
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The cover does have a darkness to it, doesn’t it? It’s definitely got its dark moments in the story, too. I really enjoyed my time with it, Kris!
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Fantastic review! This retelling sounds incredible especially with the post apocalyptic spin. I’m intrigued to see who is more vile in the book, the men or the creatures. I can’t wait to read this one.
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Thanks so much! That is a terrific question! It was a story that completely whisked me away, and I loved every bit!
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I can’t wait to read this one! It was on my to-buy list because I’m a big fan of Christina Henry’s but now I want to read it even more desperately 😄
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Thanks, Kelly! I hope you get a chance to read this one soon! I can definitely understand why you are a fan! I am now, too! ♥️
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A binge worthy book what a delight! Wonderful review, Jennifer!
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Thanks, Marialyce! It was a terrific read!
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ah, this sounds pretty awesome!
I like post apocalyptic stuff, and kinda curious how little red riding hood ties in 😀
Great review!
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Thanks, Norrie! It was so good! Such a different kind of story and the writing is flawless!
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This sounds so good! I also love a good re-telling. Thanks for sharing, this is another book for my wishlist.
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Thanks, Julie! It was a wonderful retelling!
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So happy to read your review! I’m glad we both loved this, Christina Henry is such a unique writer, in my opinion😁
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Thanks so much, Tammy! She is – she completely has her own style, and I love that.
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Great review Jen! Happy Saturday my friend!☔☔💜
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Thanks so much, Sus! Happy Saturday to you, too! 🌧 ♥️
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This sounds interesting! I’ve not read this author either and thanks for the warning to devote time to it in one sitting. Excellent review, Jennifer💜
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Thanks so much, Jonetta! It was a lovely read- a little different for me in a great way, and I’m so grateful I read it! ♥️
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I’m never sure about retellings of old stories, but this does sound different enough to be intriguing. And I love the red-eyed wolf on the cover!
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It definitely was pretty different- just enough of the original for you to know the basis, but that’s about it. In this one, Red is not at all a victim. I loved that cover too!
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I really want to read this!
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I hope you get a chance to read it and love it, too!
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oooooh yes!!! I love retellings and this one sounds particularly good. I agree that this sounds like something I would binge in an entire sitting! On my list now! 😀
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It was so good, LP! I hope you get a chance to check it out! Flawless writing and wonderful storytelling!
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well done – great cover too 🙂
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Thanks so much, da-AL! I love that cover too!
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This is one I’m hoping to start next week. I loved Henry’s last book, so I have high hopes for The Girl in Red too. Glad to hear it was such a winner for you. 🙂
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Thanks so much, Suzanne! I look forward to your thoughts on it! I definitely want to go back and read her others now!
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Great review! I’m planning to start this in the next week or two — but seeing your advice on reading it when there’s time to binge, I’m thinking I’ll hold off until next weekend when I’m getting on a plane!
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Thanks so much, Lisa! I think it’ll be perfect for plane reading! I can’t wait to see what you think!
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Post-apocalypse and little red riding hood, what an interesting concept. Glad you enjoyed this one, Jennifer. This sounds like something I might like too., Great review!
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Thanks, Diana! It was so different and done so well! I was all in! ♥️
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This does sound incredibly unique! I’m intrigued.
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It was such a great read, Chrissi! ♥️
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I like post apocalyptic tales. I have read this author before and enjoyed it. Excellent review!
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Thanks, Anne! I hope you get a chance to try this one!
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Great picture and review, Jennifer! The cover is chilling.
Happy Monday! 🐺🌹❤️📚😊😘
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Thanks, Virginia! It is a creepy cover! Hope you are having a great start to your week! ♥️
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Adding this one, Jen! I’m always looking for a good retelling. That cover is awesome and love your review! 💜
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Hi, favorite M! I think you’ll love this! It’s such a standout! I hope your summer is going well so far! ♥️
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Yay! So far so good, Jen. Hope all is going well with you too. 😉💜
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