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4/5. Dit boek was vele malen beter dan ik initieel had verwacht, vooral op basis van de eerste bladzijden. Een vriendin heeft dit boek aan me geleend (thanks Odette!!), met de boodschap dat ik deze waarschijnlijk wel zou kunnen waarderen, want heeft The Night Circus vibes. Nou vind ik dat echt een van de meest magische boeken die er zijn - dus ik was geïntrigeerd. Mijn conclusie is dat het niet in die zin er echt op lijkt, maar! Ik vind het een heel goed opgebouwd boek, leest heerlijk snel en de spanning is er. Je voelt langzaam dat er dingen niet helemaaaal zijn zoals ze horen te zijn, en zo ontrafelt het verhaal zich verder. Het einde vond ik fijn en, hoewel wel erg snel gaand, goed passend. Zou hem zeker aanraden!

phoenix2's review against another edition

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1.0

''Hotel Magnifique'' is a YA fantasy standalone that takes place in a fantastical hotel.

The story has some interesting parts, like the hotel, and some really dark scenes that set it apart from the basic YA romantasy books, but weren't enough in the end. The romance was eye-rollingly predictable, the magic was all over the place, and the whole story was a let down.

Still, I loved the sisterly bond.

kcb_21's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

alyssavandergriff's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

emmawocke's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted mysterious relaxing fast-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

4.25

This book made me really happy. It definitely has its flaws but I still enjoyed it. Bel has my heart, wish I could see more of them together

lehastings's review against another edition

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2.5

Fun and unique storyline but super unlikable characters

bastobika's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

This was one of those books which caught my attention not only by its premise but also by the beautiful cover ! ❤️

It was slow paced in the beginning but gradually things started getting interesting, especially the last 100 pages where I couldn’t put the book down. The enchanting and frightening magic system which was also incredibly dangerous and dark along with loads of mystery gave me Harry Potter vibes and I thoroughly enjoyed that ! Also, the twists and turns at the end were amazing ! 🤩

However, I did not like the vibes of the main character, Jani. I found her character extremely messy and selfish at the beginning. This, along with the initial pacing of the book makes me deduct 1.25 points from the rating.

Overall, it was an enjoyable read. I would definitely recommend it !

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