A review by exlibrislynne
The Shadows: The Books of Elsewhere: Volume 1 by Jacqueline West

4.0

One of my book club students recommended this one and I excitedly read it. I understand why she loves it. This first book sets up the series well, and the protagonist is likeable. A mysterious old house with odd paintings you can climb inside of, talking cats, and a strange mystery that only a plucky heroine (who is awful at math) can solve. Fun, and I plan on recommending to middle readers wanting a like fantansy, but I probably won't pick up any more of the series.