A review by k_noodlesoup
One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

My god. What a beautiful blend of magic and horror. I'm a huge fan of gothic settings and this book delivered. I'm obsessed with the magic system of cards, and the Nightmare is by far my favorite character. I was engrossed in this book like a fever dream. The dynamic between Elspeth and the Nightmare was intriguing; it was a compelling look at "a girl and her monster", while also nodding to the fact that being a woman is also uniquely monstrous. I can't do justice to my feelings regarding this book, but I highly recommend it.
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