Review: Loved this book!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 9, 2013
I dipped into this book not sure what I was going to find, and was delighted. Magically and paranormally speaking, I've served my time with the heavyweight Harry Potters, Twilights, and True Bloods, without finding anything as truly engaging as this story. Annie Seaton has a lightness of touch which creates a world which is simultaneously ethereal and earthy. She exploits the juxtaposition of the real and the magical to playful and off-beat effect. I've never read anything quite like this before, and I revelled in the freshness. I loved the wry humour, the depth and integrity which were layered beneath the gauzy surface, the constant surprises. Lizzie was a satisfyingly headstrong heroine, Josh and Wesley were well drawn and hunky, and their inter-actions and clashes, and the twists and turns of the plot were so enjoyable - and the supporting cast were phenomenal. Annie has a gift for observational detail, but weaves this effortlessly into the narrative. I'm a cherubs and hearts girl, so this has to be my dream book - I smiled from start to finish. Completely enchanting. I loved it!