What a wildly impressive story! After seeing an amazing review on the Witty and Sarcastic Book Club, I simply knew I had to check it out… and I wasn’t disappointed! Exquisitely rendered, the world building was so stunning, I instantly got lost in whole other worlds.
And it was just this that made the book such a marvel. The narrative voice captivated me from the start. With astounding skill, Harrow draws you into her unusually layered tale. Stories are layered within stories, doors lead to more doors, until I found myself transported far beyond my bedroom.
I did like the way this drew on different time periods and cultural events in an unusual fashion. Yes, this deals with hard historical events, lending something of a modern touch to it- yet it does so in somewhat of a unique way that I still felt the authenticity within the fantasy.
Gripping and entertaining throughout, there were surprises hiding in plain sight. And even if I thought I had a handle on the twists, the story would then turn in another direction and take me on a new adventure. Not letting up for a second, I was delighted by the journey it took.
Best of all, the distinct characters felt grounded in reality and the relationships were beautifully done. Both the romance and the family dynamics were handled in an unbelievably sweet way.
In the end, this book was an absolute pleasure to read.
Rating: 5/5 bananas
So, if you’re looking for something a little special to check out this January, why not treat yourself to this? And if you have read it- what did you think of it? Let me know in the comments!
Ooh I agree it was a wonderful book. Lovely review ❤️
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It really was- thank you! ❤
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I’ve heard great things about this one. But I never seem to take the plunge and puck it up.
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Oh definitely recommend it!
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*sweats while trying to fit this one in the TBR tower* YOU MADE ME WANT TO DROP EVERYTHING AND READ IT NOW!!
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hehehee!! Well I really hope you like it if you read it soon!
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This sounds like such a wonderful book to read. I looked it up on Amazon because they offer a “Look inside” feature, and was able to read several pages. Yes, it offers the kind of captivating experience I enjoy in stories. Thanks for alerting me, as I wouldn’t have noticed this book otherwise.
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Ahh I’m glad to hear it! Really hope you enjoy reading the rest! 😀
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So glad you enjoyed it! I have this book on my wishlist and have been in 2 minds whether to get it….but I will now!
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Oh I’m glad to hear it! Hope you love it!
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Thank you!
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oh man! I can’t wait to finally get to this one! 😀
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Really recommend it!! 😀
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I love your post!
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Thank you!!
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Adding to my TBR! Sounds intriguing.
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Highly recommend it!!
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Great review! While I didn’t get into it, I’m glad you loved it 🙂
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Ah fair enough, but thank you! 🙂
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I’ve seen this book on other blogs and it does sound intriguing.
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It was brilliant!
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I have hear all good things about this book, specially the world-building. It’s great you enjoyed it most as well. Your review makes it irresistible.
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The world building was especially brilliant. Thank you! Really hope you like it if you get to it!
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you’ve convinced me (again). I’ll add it to my growing pile (where do you get the time to read all these?)
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hehehehe! I have no idea 😉
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Well…I didn’t like it as much as you. I found one story so much more interesting than the other that it felt imbalanced. I did like when the two came together. I also wished to see more of these worlds! I did think it was well written and LOVED the cover!
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Ah that’s fair- I can see how it would be hit or miss. But I’m glad you still thought it was well written! And that cover is gorgeous!
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I agree. This was one of my top ten books of 2019!
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It was amazing!! 😀
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Aaaah I have just reserved this at the library. Am very excited for it to come in… 😊
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Oh hope you get it soon!!
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Thank you! Me too!
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Lovely review, and I agree, it’s a beautiful book!
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Thank you!
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Sounds like a great read! Thanks for sharing!
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Highly recommend it! Thanks for reading!
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Great review. This book has been on my TBR for a while and this has made me even more eager to read it!
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Thank you! Really recommend it!
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This book is so amazing. It is basically a love letter to storytelling, isn’t it? Really great review.
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It really was!! Thank you!
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I just finished this, and I’m never going to get over it. It was absolutely mesmerizing, and I’ll be reading anything Harrow does in the future.
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I completely agree! It was beautiful!
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This was one of my favorite books 😀
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Ahh I completely get that- it was wonderful 🙂
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Great review, this was such an amazing book 😀💜
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Thank you!! It was 😀 ❤
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You’re welcome 💜
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