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Apr 08, 2011
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The style of Charles Dickens mixed with the social comedy of Jane Austen with a little magic sprinkled on top. Deliciously sarcastic, witty, mysterious and entertaining the whole way through. It flows beautifully and isn't chopping like old-fashioned novels are wont to be. There's a slight eeriness woven throughout that makes it so compelling.
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This one makes my list of all-time favorites. The imagery captured my mind and took me to a place full of wonder and discovery. The descriptions are detailed and the writing is somewhat dense (plus the book has footnotes!), so if you are looking for a "quick read", this isn't your book. However, if you're willing to invest a little energy, you will find that this is well worth the investment.
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Tanya
marked it as dnf
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