A review by banana_hutch
The Cloisters by Katy Hays

dark mysterious reflective tense slow-paced

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

4.0

This book is a slow burn. It is dark and rhythmic. I love the way she weaves the toxic, interpersonal elements of the story in with elements of history, art history and academia. Slow-paced books do not necessarily mean dull. This one is slow, but attention-keeping. And your patience will be rewarded with a delicious little twist.