A review by chrissied
The Lost Tarot: A novel by Sarah Henstra

adventurous challenging dark informative mysterious reflective 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

5.0

This is a great read for anyone who loves fine art and reading about cult life. 

Taking place in two timelines The Lost Tarot follows Theresa, a young art historian trying to find her place in her career in present day, and Nell in the 1930s during the creation of a historically significant collection of paintings while living in a commune. 

It explores the responsibilities of preserving history through art while also getting to know wonderfully complex characters.  Things aren’t quite as they seem at first and the story kept surprising me throughout the novel. 

The writing had me invested in every character and the plot. I was excited to see where it was going every time I picked it up.