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Rachel Gillig

One Dark Window

Rachel GilligFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022

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Rachel Gillig

One Dark Window

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

399

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Elspeth Spindle • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2022

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig, twenty-year-old Elspeth Spindle lives in a world where magic comes from Providence Cards, and she must conceal her infection by the Spirit’s magic. Elspeth, estranged from her family, allies with Ravyn Yew to find the Cards before the Rowan King to thwart his plan. While posing as Ravyn’s courtship partner, her journey intertwines survival with unexpected love.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

310,896 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig has received generally positive reviews for its atmospheric writing and compelling, gothic fantasy world. Readers appreciate the intricate plot and strong character development. Some criticisms include a slow pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, it’s praised for its dark, immersive storytelling and imaginative setting.

Who should read this

Who Should Read One Dark Window?

A reader who enjoys dark fantasy with strong atmospheric elements and complex characters would relish One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig. Fans of Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone series or Samantha Shannon's The Bone Season will find a similarly immersive world and gripping narrative. This novel appeals to those who cherish intricate plots blended with magical realism.

4.4

310,896 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

399

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Elspeth Spindle • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2022

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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