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: Readers frequently praise the vivid, "raw and earthy" atmosphere of Thisby.

: Unlike typical fantasy horses, the capaill uisce are portrayed as carnivorous predators, adding a dark, high-stakes element to the plot. Preteky

: The relationship between Sean and Puck is noted for its natural, unforced growth, described as a "subtle undercurrent". : Readers frequently praise the vivid, "raw and

: The first girl to ever enter the races, desperate to win to save her family home. : Readers frequently praise the vivid

Set on the fictional island of Thisby, the story revolves around the annual Scorpio Races—a brutal event where riders race the capaill uisce , mythical and dangerous water horses that emerge from the sea. The narrative follows two protagonists: