3.95 AVERAGE


Really beautiful story set in such a sad time. 
emotional mysterious slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Diverse cast of characters: No

The sections about Whisperwood were the best parts! The reality parts were somehow less believable. But altogether a lovely story about the value of storytelling (for comfort, for processing terrible events, for making sense of the world, and as an escape to a safe place). Great for fans of historical fiction & fairytales. Might make for good discussion and comparison to classic fairytales. 
emotional sad slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I really enjoyed this beautiful story about two sisters, the escalating threat of war, a mysterious disappearance,  and strong family bonds. I learned a lot about the historical facts of the time period in London and outlying areas. I liked the references to books, fairy tales, and magical made up stories. 
emotional hopeful mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
adventurous emotional hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
emotional hopeful mysterious reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No
hopeful mysterious slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
emotional hopeful informative inspiring mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

we don’t know what happened to Barnaby
adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious sad medium-paced