A review by 415alive
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke

funny relaxing slow-paced

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

4.75

It’s just a delight to read. The closing third is a bit weaker, but it’s just a fascinating book that is written very much in the voice of a 19th century author. The historical sense of place is just unreal; it reads SO much like it’s of the era, but squeezes in a modern sensibility too. It’s also hilarious funny at points, and the footnotes rule.