Rosemary and Rue (October Daye, #1)
Rosemary and Rue (October Daye, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
San Francisco, California • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Rosemary and Rue by Seanan McGuire follows October "Toby" Daye, a changeling detective in a modern-day San Francisco inhabited by the fae. After being cursed for fourteen years, Toby investigates the murder of a fae noblewoman, facing numerous dangers while navigating the complexities of faerie and human worlds. It is the first in the October Daye series.
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Review Roundup
Seanan McGuire's Rosemary and Rue receives acclaim for its engaging protagonist and imaginative world-building, effectively blending urban fantasy and detective fiction. Critics appreciate the book's fast-paced, intricate plot. However, some note occasional pacing issues and less-developed secondary characters. Overall, it’s a recommended start to the October Daye series.
Who Should Read Rosemary and Rue (October Daye, #1)?
A reader who enjoys urban fantasy with strong female protagonists and intricate supernatural worlds will appreciate Rosemary and Rue by Seanan McGuire. Fans of Jim Butcher's Dresden Files and Charlaine Harris's Southern Vampire Mysteries series will find its blend of magic, mystery, and action particularly engaging.
42,841 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
San Francisco, California • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
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