A review by library_kb
All Our Hidden Gifts by Caroline O'Donoghue

dark mysterious 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? Yes

1.75

This wasn't a personal favorite book--it definitely was a quick read. I finished it in a day. I think students that like a mysterious magical thriller will enjoy this one. It kind of reminded me of the magical style of Susan Cooper but with a darker twist. This does get into tarot, witchcraft, set up against a backdrop of fundamentalist hate groups using magical power to further their agendas. The main character wasn't particularly likeable as a character, but I did like the side characters of Roe and Fiona. 
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