Trollheim: Tale of Sýstir
by Georgia Summers
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Pub Date 19 May 2026 | Archive Date 19 Apr 2026
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Description
Sýstir’s world is small and quiet, but shrouded in secrets. Outside of her family’s cottage lurks the constant threat of being discovered for what she truly is: unwanted, dangerous, Huldra. When their mother is accused of witchcraft and dragged to the stake, she and her sister must run for their lives. Yet only Sýstir escapes.
Taken in by the rogue troll Agagkantor, Sýstir finds herself in the Dark Forest, otherwise known as Trollheim. Here, she discovers a magical realm for mythical beings and a sanctuary for those with nowhere left to turn. For Sýstir, it’s a chance to forge a new family and live life as her true self. But questions remain about her missing sister, and Agagkantor carries a secret of his own – one that could unravel Sýstir’s past and destroy the Dark Forest entirely…
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781835416648 |
| PRICE | $28.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 416 |
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Nicola R, Reviewer
Trollheim: The Tale of Systir by Georgia Summers is a darker, more folkloric turn following the charm of The Bookshop Below. This is an origin story steeped in myth, isolation, and the search for belonging.
Per its title, this tale follows Systir, a half human, half Väsen girl who flees her village to carve out a life in the Dark Forest. This is not a happily ever after fairytale, but something sharper and more haunting, closer to the roots of folklore.
You’ll enjoy this if you like:
* Scandinavian mythology
* Strong character development
* Villain origin stories
I deeply felt Systir’s plight throughout, her longing for belonging and the quiet pull toward something darker. The time jumps work well to carry the story beyond a simple coming of age arc, giving it a broader weight.
And who can resist a feline sidekick? Fulgir, the wild cat companion, is a standout addition and brings a welcome thread of companionship to an otherwise lonely journey.
4.5/5
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
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