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One Dark Window
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Book Brief
399
Novel • Fiction
Elspeth Spindle • Fantasy World
2022
YA
18+ years
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
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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 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.
310,896 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
399
Novel • Fiction
Elspeth Spindle • Fantasy World
2022
YA
18+ years
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