Blind_Mapmaker reviewed Across the Great Barrier by Patricia C. Wrede
Review of 'Across the Great Barrier' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
3.25 The story is still interesting, but the character interplay is a little weaker with a somewhat limited cast. At least the twin brother gets more billing, but I fear for both of the two obvious resolutions of the blessed chilled/cursed child storyline. I'm still holding out some hope for at least a comment on why there are no indigenous humans in the Americas - there was at least a nod about over-simplification of the non-white magical traditions - but I wouldn't bet on it. Note for long-time Wrede readers: There's thankfully little romance and no marriage in this one, but the stepping stones for a volume three marriage are there of course.
