Sharon S. (mnphotos1951) reviewed on 3/3/2010 + 10 more book reviews

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This book is 1008 pages long, and I found myself wishing it was longer! The author transports you to England in the early 1800's, and by the time you are 1/4 of the way into the book you are convinced that magic is real, and that all of the history you learned is incorrect.

I enjoy books like this, that take a leap away from reality, but write it in a way that makes you believe every word of it. Susanna Clarke creates a world that you wish you could visit, and characters that are fully formed, complex and compelling.

I have seen it called Harry Potter for adults, and this could hold true, as the magicians face issues such as war, jealousy, and evil.

A fascinating book, and I highly recommend it.

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