The language of the originators defines reality, every word warping the world to fit its meaning. Its study transforms the mind and body, and is closely guarded by stodgy, paranoid academics. These hidebound men don't trust many students with their secrets, especially not women, and more especially not "madwomen." Polymede and her lover Erishti believe they've made a discovery that could blow open the field's unexamined assumptions, and they're ready to face expulsion to make their mark. Of course, if they're wrong, the language will make its mark on them instead.
THE WORD OF FLESH AND SOUL by Ruthanna Emrys is well-written, and I love the concept of words transforming flesh, but I'm left with more questions than answers.The setting may be fantasy, but the center of the story is the relationship between the two women. I love how Rish describes herself...so much more creative than calling herself autistic.
This is so very different from the stories I usually read...I'd recommend this to linguistic lovers.
As always,
AstraDaemon
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