Book of a Thousand Days

Summary
When Dashti, a maid, and Lady Saren, her mistress, are shut in a tower for seven years for Saren’s refusal to marry a man she despises, the two prepare for a very long and dark imprisonment.
As food runs low and the days go from broiling hot to freezing cold, it is all Dashti can do to keep them fed and comfortable. But the arrival outside the tower of Saren’s two suitors—one welcome, and the other decidedly less so—brings both hope and great danger, and Dashti must make the desperate choices of a girl whose life is worth more than she knows.
With Shannon Hale’s lyrical language, this forgotten but classic fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm is reimagined and reset on the central Asian steppes; it is a completely unique retelling filled with adventure and romance, drama and disguise.
(Summary taken from the book.)

Afterthoughts
Reading the journal of a girl locked in a tower for 7 years sounds boring. But, surprisingly enough, this book kept me interested and even surprised me at points. The story was a bit predictable and the beginning was slow, but Hale did a masterful job of making Dashti a strong and enjoyable character. She was definitely the best part of reading the book.
The imagery was very strong and easily built the scenes in my mind. I enjoyed reading about the mucker culture and songs and Dashti's life. These were the highlights of the book for me.
Overall, while I enjoyed the book, it's doubtful that I would pick it up again. The story is well-written, but not for readers who like fast-paced action.

Warnings
None.

Extras
Original Brothers Grimm Story