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Half a Soul (Regency Faerie Tales, #1)

Olivia Atwater
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Half a Soul (Regency Faerie Tales, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Olivia Atwater

Half a Soul (Regency Faerie Tales, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Regency-era England

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater follows a young woman named Dora who, after an encounter with a faerie, finds herself lacking half her soul. She navigates Regency-era society with the help of her cousin and a mysterious lord as she tries to uncover the truth behind her condition and reclaim her missing half.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

55,156 ratings

80%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater blends Regency romance with enchanting fae elements, capturing readers with its light-hearted and whimsical tone. Positively noted for its engaging protagonist and charming plot, it occasionally faces criticism for thin world-building and predictability. Nevertheless, fans of magical escapism will find it delightful.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Half a Soul (Regency Faerie Tales, #1)?

Readers who would enjoy Olivia Atwater's Half a Soul are fans of regency-era fantasy with a touch of romance and social commentary. Comparable to Susanna Clarke's Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell and Gail Carriger's Soulless, they appreciate whimsical, historically inspired settings with strong character development and magical elements.

4.3

55,156 ratings

80%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Regency-era England

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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