A review by enchantedfiction
The Castle Rose by Tabitha Caplinger

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

5.0

THIS STORY!!! A delicate mix of plot and romance, this story had my heart from the very beginning. The setting in New Orleans felt so fitting, and I could practically see the streets of the French Quarter in my head as I was reading. Both Odette and Bastian were lovely characters dealing with their own personal issues regarding love and acceptance that came together in a magical way. I love the Beauty and the Beast meets Phantom of the Opera description because it is literally so fitting. This is a faster paced story, so where I wish there may have been more of a slow burn element and more of the characters getting to know each other a little more, it obviously doesn't detract any stars. I can see this becoming a comfort read for years to come. If this one is not on your list, I HIGHLY recommend it.