The Witch's Heart

By: Genevieve Gornichec

Narrated by: Jayne Entwistle

When a banished witch falls in love with the legendary trickster Loki, she risks the wrath of the gods in this moving, subversive debut novel that reimagines Norse mythology.
 
Angrboda’s story begins where most witches' tales end: with a burning. A punishment from Odin for refusing to provide him with knowledge of the future, the fire leaves Angrboda injured and powerless, and she flees into the farthest reaches of a remote forest. There she is found by a man who reveals himself to be Loki, and her initial distrust of him transforms into a deep and abiding love.
 
Their union produces three unusual children, each with a secret destiny, who Angrboda is keen to raise at the edge of the world, safely hidden from Odin’s all-seeing eye. But as Angrboda slowly recovers her prophetic powers, she learns that her blissful life—and possibly all of existence—is in danger.
 
With help from the fierce huntress Skadi, with whom she shares a growing bond, Angrboda must choose whether she’ll accept the fate that she’s foreseen for her beloved family...or rise to remake their future. From the most ancient of tales this novel forges a story of love, loss, and hope for the modern age.

*This audiobook includes a PDF that contains the Acknowledgments and the Appendix—a listing of people and places that appear in the story, and recommendations for further reading.

THE BEST

This book is actually the best one. Out of all the books. ALL the books.

Wow...such a great book!

I love Norse mythology, and Loki's stories are some of my favorites. Angrbođa is an often overlooked character. This book stunningly portrays her archetype, and many others, in Norse mythology. I will be reading this (aka listening) over and over.

Stunning

Absolutely stunning. The characters display desires, will and wisdom as the story of the worlds unfold. Beautifully written and executed with hope reminding us of magic.

Loved it!

Excellent plot and the perfect choice of narrator. I had a hard time putting it down!

Amazing retail

This book had a lovely balance between the myths and fiction. I personally love the perspective of the different stories from the Gods. Worth every minute