BOOK REVIEW: The Reckless Oaths We Made by Bryn Greenwood

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The Reckless Oath We Made by Bryn Greenwood 

Published: August 20, 2019

Buy: Audio | Paperback | Kindle

I’m not even sure how to describe this book but it was one of the best books I’ve read in a long time. While Gentry speaking in Old English took some getting used to it was well worth it. If you think you may struggle reading the Old English try the audio book it is narrated beautifully. 

Zee has relied on herself for a long time. Taking care of her younger sister and her nephew and helping her unappreciative hoarder mother. When her sister is abducted by dangerous inmates in a prison escape, Zee is desperate to find her. 

Gentry is the only person who is consistently there for Zee and his unconditional support of her is something she doesn’t understand or know how to take. Gentry is used to people thinking he is odd and not understanding his quest. His parents treat him like a child, but Zee sees him for the adult he is and accepts his unique ways unconditionally. 

There were moments in this book I wanted to scream but I loved these characters and this story of acceptance, found family and unconditional love. This should be on everyones TBR. For those who love fantasy there is a lot of symbolism and references to magical realms. For those who are in for a romance this has it as well.  It’s just so beautifully written and I love that the characters aren’t mainstream. I messaged the author about my love for this book and even she feels it is one of her most underrated books.  Take a chance on this one I promise you it will be worth it! 

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