I’ve read a number of mixed reviews for Hotel Magnifique. Especially from those that have read Caraval and The Night Circus. Since I have not read any of the aforementioned novels, I probably didn’t have as much of a bias. Not having any preconceived notions or expectations of the book, allowed me to thoroughly enjoy the journey and wonderment of the narrative.
The characters are well developed and consists of a nice blend of mysteriousness, eeriness, innocence and elegance. Like any good novel, there are the good actors and the bad actors. And Hotel Magnifique has a nice balance of good and bad.
The pace of the novel is just right. It flows slowly at the beginning since there is quite a bit of world building. The pace then takes off with magic and mystery. I was amazed at the imaginative plot — combining a belle-epoque fantasy world filled with magicians and magical artifacts. Author, Emily J. Taylor has crafted a stunning masterpiece that is not to be missed. Five outstanding stars.
The characters are well developed and consists of a nice blend of mysteriousness, eeriness, innocence and elegance. Like any good novel, there are the good actors and the bad actors. And Hotel Magnifique has a nice balance of good and bad.
The pace of the novel is just right. It flows slowly at the beginning since there is quite a bit of world building. The pace then takes off with magic and mystery. I was amazed at the imaginative plot — combining a belle-epoque fantasy world filled with magicians and magical artifacts. Author, Emily J. Taylor has crafted a stunning masterpiece that is not to be missed. Five outstanding stars.