A review by aleareads
A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske

adventurous challenging funny inspiring mysterious tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This is a wonderful blend of historical fantasy and romance!! I absolutely love the Edwardian England setting, I fell in love with the characters as their depth was revealed throughout the story, and the writing that ties it all together is incredible. Seriously, the prose is ahh-mazing! Not only is the banter delightful, but I love how serious topics are explored and handled as well. 

But my favorite part by far is the magic system and world building!! There’s something so classic and nostalgic about the magic they use, and I absolutely love how the theory behind it is explored. 

Thrilling and tense as well heartwarming and steamy scenes are blended throughout the overarching mystery to create a genre defying story that I could not put down by the end! I am excited to continue the series. 

I highly recommend if you love: 
✨ magic 
🔥 slow burns 
🕰️ genre blending 
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