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Everything That Burns

(Enchantée #2)

Gita Trelease (Goodreads Author)

3.94 · Rating details · 140 ratings · 60 reviews

Gita Trelease's Everything That Burns is the transporting sequel to All That Glitters*, hailed by NPR as a “soaring success”!

Camille Durbonne gambled everything she had to keep herself and her sister safe. But as the people of Paris starve and mobs riot, safety may no longer be possible...

...Not when Camille lives for the rebellion. In the pamphlets she prints, she tells t ...more

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Jul 19, 2019 Gita Trelease marked it as to-read · (Review from the author) · review of another edition

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First, a little backstory. When I started querying agents three years ago *today,* the working title for my manuscript was Enchantée, and to me it captured many crucial aspects of the story. But after the book was published, and as I wrote (and rewrote!) the sequel, my idea of these books began to change. I’d always known the general arc of Camille’s journey, but the more finished the series became, the more I wondered if the titles—especially Liberté—did it jus ...more

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Mar 21, 2019 Jillian (PidginPea's Book Nook) marked it as to-read

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There's a synopsis! But the titles have changed, which makes me a little sad. I thought Enchantee and Liberte were a great fit for this series, and kind of made them stand out among lots of other YA books that have titles very similar to these... but 🤷‍♀️ as long as the author likes the new ones, I guess.

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No synopsis? Don't care. Loved the first one, will read the second!

... but synopsis, please, would be nice. Thank you. :3 ...more

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Jul 14, 2020 Colette ♎︎ marked it as to-read · review of another edition

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Okay I rarely get mean about these things but I just gotta rant: soooo apparently the author decided to change the titles to this series and honestly.... really? “Everything That Burns”?? I mean I’d rather have the author be happy with her titles but like..... especially with non-matching typography 😬 The one word titles were perfect imo

i’ll just get the ebook lol

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Jan 27, 2021 Elyse (ElyseReadsandSpeaks) rated it liked it · review of another edition

Plunging right into this one after re-reading Enchantee left me a little wanting. Although I liked the characters (I liked them enough to continue reading the series, after all), it was missing the charm and the fun of the first book.

This book is an immediate continuation of Enchantee where the French Revolution plays a much larger role. In this world, part of the revolution entails identifying magicians and executing them for being traitors to France. Therefore, Camille has to hide her magic e ...more

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Jan 22, 2021 Travel.with.a.book rated it it was amazing

The second installment of ENCHANTÈE (ALL THAT GLITTERS) set during the French Revolution, Gita has written another masterpiece to capture a whole story that will captivate your heart, ETB is a truly spellbinding novel with risks, blood, love, suffers, it just makes it an epic fantasy that will immerse yourselves in and never want to leave. I love Gita's style of writing, the elements she puts are so compelling and outstanding, ETB is a beautifully written prose and fascinating crafted plots that ...more

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Feb 02, 2021 Shannon (It Starts At Midnight) rated it it was amazing

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4.5*

Everything That Burns is one of those rare (and awesome!) books that is better than its predecessor. While I quite enjoyed Enchantée (which is apparently now titled All That Glitters , in case you want to grab that one), I found this sequel/finale to be more engaging and entertaining, and just a really solid follow up. There were so many elements that I really enjoyed that I am ju You can find the full review and all the fancy and/or randomness that accompanies it at It Starts at Midnight

4.5*

Everything That Burns is one of those rare (and awesome!) books that is better than its predecessor. While I quite enjoyed Enchantée (which is apparently now titled All That Glitters , in case you want to grab that one), I found this sequel/finale to be more engaging and entertaining, and just a really solid follow up. There were so many elements that I really enjoyed that I am just going to go ahead and tell you about them!

►The characters all worked very hard to reclaim (or in some cases, claim for the first time) their agency. Camille, the main character, is certainly at the forefront of this movement, but she helps empower plenty of others to do the same. I loved the message that these characters had control over their fates in some ways, even if certain aspects were out of their control. Very affirming, very positive.

►The relationships in the book felt very realistic and honest. Without giving much away, we see certain relationships progress in the first book. These include romantic, familial, and friendships, and they're all developed even further in this book. The best aspect is that the trajectories seemed so authentic to how relationships actually play out. There are ups and downs, good times and bad, and the author did not sugarcoat that sometimes things are hard. Sometimes people have wildly different opinions, and sometimes things cannot be mended. And sometimes, with a lot of work, they can.

►The stakes were higher than ever. Not only was the country on the verge of a revolution, but magicians were being persecuted for simply existing. As both a French citizen and a magician, Camille was doubly worried, obviously. I enjoyed the parallels and comparisons between the revolution and the war against magic immensely, it made for a quite perfect juxtaposition.

I want to say more, but alas, I don't wish to spoil anything from either book. But if you liked the first book, I daresay you will love this one.

Bottom Line: An exciting and compelling sequel to wrap up a great historical and magical duology. ...more

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Jan 28, 2021 Jess rated it it was ok · review of another edition

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Really gutted I didn't enjoy this one. An alternative history of the French Revolution, magical realism galore? Yes, please!

Camille Durbonne uses her magic for good – if unintentionally. Now that she and her sister, Sophie, are safe from their corrupt brother, Camille lives for the rebellion. Using her father’s treasured printing press, she publishes a series of inflammatory pamphlets that present a powerful exposé of life under the tyranny of the aristocracy. But as her work begins to captivate ...more

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Oct 26, 2020 Samantha Hastings rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

A sumptuous and thrilling conclusion to Camille’s story set during the French Revolution.

Camille and her sister Sophie now have a home and money; but many other lost girls are less fortunate. Camille helps a flower girl escape the untrue accusations of a nobleman and meets a group of girls that are about to be evicted. She writes their stories to get them support. Meanwhile, both the king and the revolutionaries are calling for the deaths of magicians like her. Revolutionary Paris becomes even ...more

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Sep 28, 2020 hunter ⚜️ scott marked it as to-read · review of another edition

honestly i'm super bummed that the author/publisher decided to change the titles of these two books. the new titles are so unoriginal and just don't give off the same vibe. what a shame. ...more

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Dec 27, 2020 Bookish Selkie rated it it was amazing

Shelves: romance, releasing-2021, sequel-was-better, historical-fantasy, netgalley

Everything That Burns returns to revolution in France, where Camille and Lazare are living through the aftermath of the fall of the Bastille. While Camille promises that she’s done with magic, she is tempted to use it for good when she meets a group of young girls fighting to keep their home. Surely just one pamphlet telling their stories couldn’t hurt? Public desire for the persecution of magicians begins to spark and Camille is forced to examine her beliefs about the nature of magic. When Laza ...more

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Feb 19, 2021 BarricadeBoiz rated it it was amazing

Everything That Burns by Gita Trelease is the sequel to All That Glitters (previous published under the title of Enchantee) is about a young woman with magic who is printing pamphlets for freedom in Paris during the beginning of the French Revolution but begins to question if the cause is truly oriented towards good and not towards mob mentality. This book focuses on the nuance of the French Revolution and the people involved in it. I overall really enjoyed this book especially since one of my a Everything That Burns by Gita Trelease is the sequel to All That Glitters (previous published under the title of Enchantee) is about a young woman with magic who is printing pamphlets for freedom in Paris during the beginning of the French Revolution but begins to question if the cause is truly oriented towards good and not towards mob mentality. This book focuses on the nuance of the French Revolution and the people involved in it. I overall really enjoyed this book especially since one of my all-time favorite books, Les Misérables, is set a few decades later in post-revolution France, when the Revolution had not created equality for most. The writing was beautiful. It was not too flowery but it did convey what the author wanted to say in a very poetic way. Throughout the book, pamphlets that the main character writes for freedom are displayed and are very well written. The characters were also well-developed and the reader was able to see their motivations. The female characters were powerful but without being insufferable or acting like they’re not “like every girl.” My favorite part of this book is the nuance of the French revolution. While at many points the Revolution is portrayed a good thing, with its intention being equality for all regardless of class, there were also part like when the main character sees a body of a boy who had been killed by the mob, that we also see the depravity of man. And the book brings to light how some people acted as supporters for the movement as it was in fashion and didn’t actually work for it. And finally, parts of the movement are shown to not include certain peoples of the society like magicians, and more seriously, people of color. These themes were important and prominent then, but are also just as important and prominent in these past few years in the world.
While I did enjoy this book, I have a few critiques. In the middle of the book, the main character and her love interest experience conflict. And while conflict can often be found in relationships and can be used for character development, it just felt unnecessary. The ending also felt rushed but was satisfying so I didn’t mind as much. I liked this book more than the first book, as it delved deeper into what does freedom cost, the depravity of man, and who is really included and who is ignored in the push for equality. I would recommend this book to lovers of historical fiction, especially the French Revolution, and those who love magic plotlines or deeper themes. 4.9 stars out of 5 stars.

Ok so I was wrong about the gender bent Enjolras cuz she kinda turned out to be a scumbag, but there was one scene where it was like Enjolras, especially the imagery (if you read or seen the movie or musical of Les Mis then you know) ...more

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Jan 31, 2021 Amanda Hagerty rated it it was amazing

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I was given this NetGalley copy from a goodreads giveaway. In return for my honest thoughts and my review. This is second book in the Enchantee Duology. I must say that I wasn’t disappointed at all, i cant wait for this book to come out tomorrow February 2, 2021 and I get a finished copy. The author does amazing job with this world and with the characters. Camille is still my favorite character. Again magic and historical fiction both my favorite to read and this book has both just like the firs ...more

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Jan 23, 2021 Rebecca Allen rated it it was amazing

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I was drawn into All that Glitters, book 1 in the Enchantée series, by the dark magic and the glitter of the court of Versailles. I was drawn back for the sequel by Camille, her tough determination to save herself and her sister against all odds.

The mood of Everything that Burns couldn’t be more different from All that Glitters. It’s only weeks since we left Camille, but revolutionary fervor has pamphlets being spread throughout the city and ideas being debated in the papers, in bookstores, and ...more

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Feb 02, 2021 Lovely Loveday rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Everything That Burns is the second book in the Enchantée series by Gita Trelease. A young adult fantasy full of magic and a hint of romance that is sure to keep you turning the pages. Camille is truly inspiring and a powerful heroine. Her decisions are outstanding and so much more grown than in the first part. The author has developed the characters very interestingly. I was pulled in from the beginning and could not put this one down. I had to know what happened next.

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Jan 28, 2021 Colby rated it really liked it

First of all, thank you so much to the publisher and Net Galley for an e-ARC of Everything that Burns in exchange for an honest review!

Everything that Burns picks up some time after Everything that Glitters (originally Enchantée). Camille lives with her sister in the mansion and money left to her after her husband's death. But revolution is coming, and when Camille thinks she and magic are done, she begins printing the stories of the girls who are about to lose their home, and it's not just the ...more

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Jan 10, 2021 Becca rated it really liked it · review of another edition

I was super excited for the sequel to Enchantée by Gita Trelease and I felt like this follow up was as strong as the first book. The book has a more feminist focus than the debut, re-uniting us with Camille, Sophie and Lazare whilst also introducing new characters in The Lost Girls. In a world where France has ordered all magicians to be killed, Camille must do what she can to survive.

After the events of book one, Camille and Sophie are living in Seguin’s mansion, no longer struggling to find fo ...more

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Jan 16, 2021 DTBooks rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Trelease does it again with this magical beauty. I found myself wholly sucked into this world with Camille and her family and friends. My heart was ripped in shreds as I followed this painfully magic story full of power, revolution, and a reminder that sometimes it’s not enough to be silent and safe, but sometimes you need to fight for what’s right and embrace every aspect of who you are.

Wonderfully done and a series I highly recommend to everybody.

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Nov 21, 2020 Amber rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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Disclaimer: I received this book for free from NetGalley and Flatiron Books in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

Everything That Burns is exactly what I want in a sequel.

When we left Camille in All That Glitters, it felt as though she had finally be relieved of a great burden. There was a sense of freedom and of hope… but as we enter this new book and whispers of the revolution dance along the streets of Paris… things, somehow, Disclaimer: I received this book for free from NetGalley and Flatiron Books in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

Everything That Burns is exactly what I want in a sequel.

When we left Camille in All That Glitters, it felt as though she had finally be relieved of a great burden. There was a sense of freedom and of hope… but as we enter this new book and whispers of the revolution dance along the streets of Paris… things, somehow, feel less safe. Less certain.

Gita Trelease has dared to view the French Revolution not from the perspective of the common folk as is commonly done in pop culture (Les Miserables) but rather from the perspective of those who are attacked as the oppressors. I thought this was such an interesting perspective, especially in these days when we are called upon to fight against hate and for equality. The conversation here about attacking humans vs. attacking a system was fascinating and made me pause. Because it’s a difficult conversation, right? We don’t want to go into the French Revolution or any movement talking about taking corrective action and protect the oppressors. But I think the conversation about people vs. policy was a very good one to consider, and I appreciated the way Trelease ultimately handled the character’s reaction. There were moments where I was nervous, but it paid out in the end. After all, we want to be productive and create reform, not just count bodies as retribution… right?

This could be a whole political conversation, and it’s certainly something worth talking about, but for the sake of this review, I want to get back to the content and structure of Everything That Burns as a book.

The characters continued to grow and develop despite the urgency of the plot threatening to slip away. When you are in a period of history as important and renown as the French Revolution, it’s easy to slip into the streets and away from the characters. Although there were major events going on in the world around them, we were also able to somewhat stay within the sphere of Camille, Sophie, Rosier, and Lazarre’s little world. The balance struck just right to keep me invested in characters as well as the greater world.

Everything That Burns is a very different book from All That Glitters. The world is bigger, the pace is quicker, and there are moralizes at stake. Although la magie still plays an important part in the story, it is less present in this novel. Instead, we see the work of hands and minds and imaginations rather than supernatural forces, and I think that perfectly matches the feel of the times.

There were moments that took me by surprise, and I absolutely could not put the book down after the 50% mark. In fact, the last 30% tore my heart out of my chest and cast it off a cliff, with twists and turns and worries and all that glorious stuff that makes us love and hate books with equal passionate fervor.

At the end of the day, this duology is a must-read. It’s fresh in the YA genre, it’s relevant to modern discussions, and has a cast of characters who are easy to love. I think if she wanted, Gita release could continue this story further (though the end was lovely) and I would read more of Camille’s adventures. I’m certainly looking forward to anything else Gita Trelease may have in store, whatever it may be. ...more

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Jan 17, 2021 Gretal rated it really liked it

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Can't quite put my finger on what it is about this duology that makes me really love it, but this was great :) ...more

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Dec 03, 2020 CR rated it it was amazing

This was a great story with layers of romance and a wonderful story. Fight for the revolution and join your side as you go on an adventure of a lifetime! I am so glad that looks like we have another story on the way. I need more!! I loved how this one turned out and can not wait to see where this story leads.

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Dec 31, 2020 Brooke Lorren rated it it was amazing

So good! The best book I read this year!

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Sep 08, 2019 J.S. rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I was lucky enough to read an early copy of this story and I was thrilled to be back in Camille's world for another magical adventure. This one deepens the themes of Book 1 and seeing a more mature Camille playing an even higher stakes game than she did in the first book made it a compulsive read. ...more

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Nov 07, 2019 michelle xie ✧ marked it as to-read · review of another edition

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just realized that we got a cover already!! can't wait!! ...more

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Apr 04, 2020 Von added it · review of another edition

I didn’t know if the next book’s cover could rival the first book’s ...I was wrong! BOTH ARE BEAUTIFUL ❤️

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Jan 29, 2021 Olivia rated it it was amazing

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EVERYTHING THAT BURNS is an enchanting YA historical fantasy. Camille now has the things she thought she wanted - a grand house, safety for her and her sister, and a printing press to print her father's revolutionary ideas. However, she seems to be unable to sell his pamphlets, and she is watching Paris go up in flames. The Revolution is taking hold, but it is leaving key people behind. One such group is that of young girls in a home together that is going to be destroyed because it is unsightly EVERYTHING THAT BURNS is an enchanting YA historical fantasy. Camille now has the things she thought she wanted - a grand house, safety for her and her sister, and a printing press to print her father's revolutionary ideas. However, she seems to be unable to sell his pamphlets, and she is watching Paris go up in flames. The Revolution is taking hold, but it is leaving key people behind. One such group is that of young girls in a home together that is going to be destroyed because it is unsightly. However, it is all they have.

When Camille decides to help them by telling their stories, her passion for the project cannot help the infusion of magic she accidentally gives. When they capture people's attention across Paris, people begin to look at the changes a bit more closely. However, at the same time, the King's lies about magicians are spreading like wildfire, and magicians have become the enemy of the crown and the Revolution. They are lynched and murdered whenever found, and their trials are a farce - anyone can be accused of practicing magic with little evidence.

Camille and her friends who are born with magic, a defining feature like eye color, are afraid of the fervor that is taking hold. Even if she tries her hardest not to practice magic, Camille still feels at odds with the principles of the Revolution and the persecution and deaths that it seems to bulldoze past.

What I loved: A major theme of the book is about the cost of progress and which ends will justify what means. I found this an intriguing discussion, particularly after a march in which Camille sees the hope - and the unfortunate losses that are created along the way. Her pain, anguish, and internal conflict show throughout this and other passages, as she sees the Revolution with good ideas but also so much hatred for those who are different (in this case, mainly magicians). Freedom is a lofty goal, but for whose freedom people choose to fight is not always inclusive. This is a theme that can resonate throughout history.

Other themes in the book were equally as thought-provoking around racism in the military with Lazare, the power of art with Rosier and Sophie, and the power of parental approval that can be so hard to achieve. There come some powerful self-defining moments when characters must decide who they are and who they want to be, away from expectations, parents, and society. With the girls, there is also a theme about poverty and the powerlessness that one can have in arriving in such a situation. We also see how they can be misused by people in society and how dangerous these interactions could be, because the person who the authorities and communities will listen to is not always the person holding the truth.

The writing really sweeps the reader away in its lyrical nature. The flow is really perfect, and this was a book that was easy to get lost in. I was enchanted by Camille, her sister Sophie, and those around them. The romance really took a backseat, though we do see some of it with Camille and Lazare, but it was a nice addition - I did not feel that the story needed more, and I liked what was there.

What left me wanting more: As a small point, I did want a bit more resolution in terms of the Revolution and the themes around the morality struggles therein. We do get resolution on the other plots though, and generally, we can also see where the Revolution would go.

Final verdict: Enchanting, lyrical, and fierce, EVERYTHING THAT BURNS is a captivating YA historical fantasy with thought-provoking themes. I would definitely recommend considering this one for a book club read. Highly recommend for fans of THE GILDED WOLVES, THE BEAUTIFUL, and A GOLDEN FURY.

Please note that I received an ARC from the publisher. All opinions are my own. ...more

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Jan 16, 2021 Mia rated it liked it · review of another edition

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Liberté follows the events of Enchantée, in which the Revolution in France is just beginning. Camille now lives in the Hôtel de Seguin with Sophie, and the reader follows her printing pamphlets to support the beliefs her father instilled in her, while also developing her own beliefs. Trelease interweaves pamphlets throughout the novel, illustrating both Camille's work and the views of society around her. This clever use of form truly drew me into the world, without the need for words or descript Liberté follows the events of Enchantée, in which the Revolution in France is just beginning. Camille now lives in the Hôtel de Seguin with Sophie, and the reader follows her printing pamphlets to support the beliefs her father instilled in her, while also developing her own beliefs. Trelease interweaves pamphlets throughout the novel, illustrating both Camille's work and the views of society around her. This clever use of form truly drew me into the world, without the need for words or descriptions.

Along with the writing style, I also really enjoyed getting a glimpse into Camille's past, that she herself barely recollected. This was powerful, and added an extra depth to both her character and the events of the previous book. Camille's dynamic with Lazare was also exceptional, Trelease highlighting not only the highs, but also the struggles - and the inevitable unity in a relationship. The ending was particularly prevalent to this, and written beautifully.

'V I V E L A R É V O L U T I O N
Angry tears scorched in the corners of her eyes. Picking up a tiny piece of type, she held it up to the light.
It was a question mark.'

An important theme drawn in the book is morality; Trelease forces the reader to question the distinction between right and wrong, and what is truly considered 'revolutionary'. Do the means truly justify the end?
(This brings me to some content warnings for younger readers: being set in a revolution, the book does include dead bodies in a variety of forms, and also a scene with an insinuation of going beyond kissing. While it wasn't explicit, and is down to personal preference, I didn't personally feel it was needed. The magic as a whole was also much darker than the previous book portrayed it - though this was not necessarily bad, it is something to be aware of).

The end of Liberté was very fast paced, which made for an intriguing end to the duology. From the moment the villain was apparent, the tension and betrayal only escalated, with twists and turns throughout. Surprisingly, there were several events that I found shocked me, which I also really enjoyed reading.

While I enjoyed the book, I felt there was a lack of fluidity from the previous book. Though it largely included the same characters and setting, there was little mention of la glamoire, Alain, Lazare's parents or other aspects that could have been built upon more. Liberté was entertaining, but I felt it was less plot-driven than the previous instalment in many ways - though again, this may be personal preference.

As a whole, Liberté was a magically diverting; an interesting, though fictitious, portrayal of the French Revolution. Though there were aspects that weren't my favourite, I still enjoyed it, particularly when coupled with the previous book. I'd certainly encourage people to read this after Enchantée, to create a fuller picture of the characters, the world-building and magic system.

"Be brave of heart, mon petit oiseau," Chandon murmured as he wrapped an arm around her shaking shoulders. "The game is not yet over." ...more

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Jan 29, 2021 Lauren Don’tGoBrekkerMyHeart rated it it was ok

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This sequel was confusing for me.
Maybe it's because Enchantée was marketed so heavily as a French Revolution story, but this was not the sequel I was expecting. Enchantée let me down a bit because I assumed we'd experience some of the bloody moments during the French Revolution, and then when I read it, I realized the book served more as an introduction to the guillotine instead of in the midst of it. Though in Enchantée, I adored the writing, trips to Versailles, and the characters, specifical This sequel was confusing for me.
Maybe it's because Enchantée was marketed so heavily as a French Revolution story, but this was not the sequel I was expecting. Enchantée let me down a bit because I assumed we'd experience some of the bloody moments during the French Revolution, and then when I read it, I realized the book served more as an introduction to the guillotine instead of in the midst of it. Though in Enchantée, I adored the writing, trips to Versailles, and the characters, specifically the magicians and nobles at the parties. The level of magic and mysticism blew me away, and I'll forever cherish the debut for that reason.
Now all of that previous enjoyment fell because this sequel is completely different from those parties. I lost that glamour and toil amongst the courtiers, and I could've handled that fine if the revolution took more of a forefront to the sequel than it ultimately did. The only real event that stuck out to me as *French Revolution* was the Women's March on Versailles, which Camille wasn't even truly there for most of it because she was up in the balloon.
I felt as if I was constantly teased and never given the blood that I was promised. The significant death of one of Camille's friends was the only moment where I felt the brutality of the revolution because everything else was slow and scheming, yet at that point, I didn't even care for Camille's sadness because I just wanted the story to continue. It was a little too late to snag my attention wholly.
The plot with Odette also seemed to come out of nowhere for me. Multiple new characters are introduced and have a heavy influence within the story, but it seemed odd that they didn't show up in the first book. It just was too much new information and too fast for me. Then, somehow, the story moved incredible slow until we get to the trial at the end. I didn't feel any action or excitement until those last 60ish pages where the tension cranked up.
I know now that I shouldn't have left my expectations and excitement for the historical moments during the revolution drive me, but it's a bit too late for that. I can't help how I expected the story to be. I apologize for allowing that to consume me, but when one of the bloodiest revolutions is mentioned as the basis for a story, as a history nerd, I'm going to expect the guillotine x10.
I'm sad that this review for one of my most anticipated sequels is so negative, but I will say the writing was just as spectacular as Enchantée. I love how Gita writes her stories! She makes me able to smell the scents as if I'm in the room with Camille, or her descriptions of the streets feel too lifelike to be true! It's amazing!! Her writing was the saving grace because even though I was bored most of the time, I could cherish her words themselves.
Overall, the focus on Camille's pamphlets/ Odette and entourages hatred for magicians just did not do it for me. I wanted more than that. ...more

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Jan 14, 2021 Kylie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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4.5 stars
Enchantee was one of my favorite reads of 2019 and I impatiently waited for the sequel. I was rewarded with a great duology conclusion filled with action, justice, danger and magic.
This book starts right where the first one left off with Camille and Sophie living in Hotel Seguin with the majority of Paris against magicians. The story brought back some of my favorite characters (Lazare, Chand ...more

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Jan 24, 2021 Holly Marshall rated it really liked it · review of another edition

I read and really loved the first book in this series and was a little apprehensive going into this book as I wasn't quite sure where the story was going to go and whether I was going to love it as much, but I am glad to say that I was not disappointed at all. I adore the french revolution setting, I think the world-building is really well done and the author does a really great job of painting the scene of what life is like for these characters. Speaking of characters, I really love them. I fee ...more

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Jan 29, 2021 Allison rated it liked it

Shelves: 2021-reads, netgalley, ya-fantasy

In this magical reimagining of the French Revolution, the fantastical elements of the first book have given way to the grim complexities of revolt. What were once rumblings of discontent and idealistic debate are now violent mobs and brutal executions.

We find Camille finally doing the printing she longed for in the first book as she tells the stories of "The Lost Girls" living under a bridge in Paris, but the addictive magic she promised to bid adieu might run too deep to dislodge. And what if s ...more

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I was born in Sweden to Indian and Swedish parents and have lived in lots of places, including New York, Paris, and a tiny town in central Italy. I attended Yale College and New York University, where I earned a Ph.D. in British liter ...more