A review by chaptersofchase
The Art of Vanishing by Morgan Pager

slow-paced

3.5

If you could step into any painting and wander around, what would it be? 

Thank you, Random House, for the gifted copy of The Art of Vanishing {partner} 

 

Genre: Magical Realism 

Format: 🎧📖 

Pub Date:  7.1.2024 

Pages: 304 

Star Rating: ☆☆☆.5 

 

I love spending an afternoon getting lost in a museum — being surrounded by the work of some of the most creative minds in history or standing just feet from a priceless artifact. There’s something magical about it that always helps me see the world more clearly. 

 

That’s precisely what drew me to The Art of Vanishing by Morgan Pager. The idea of stepping into artwork? Yes, please! Pager brought both her characters and the art itself vividly to life, and I truly admired that about the book. 

 

That said, the story started strong but lost some of its spark for me as it progressed. The pacing felt rushed, and the romance didn’t quite click for me. I can’t pinpoint exactly why, but I felt like something was missing — though there’s so much promise in Pager’s writing, and I’m excited to see what she does next. 

 

Read if you enjoy: 

🖼 Art museums 

🗽 New York City 

📜 History 

 

Even though it wasn’t a perfect fit for me, I loved the concept, and I think many readers will enjoy the blend of art, history, and imagination. I recommend reading The Art of Vanishing if you enjoyed The Night at the Museum or Kate & Leopold. 

 

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