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When I started this book, I understood that some people rush to the end of a book to read the ending. I (briefly) thought about doing that; I didn't, but by time I was halfway through the book, I'd figured out the two big secrets. Part of my being able to figure things out had to do with the foreshadowing was all but a map saying, "look here."
There did end up being one surprise at the end, but that didn't save the overall feeling of the book for me. ...more
There did end up being one surprise at the end, but that didn't save the overall feeling of the book for me. ...more
I loved the structure of the book and the way the author unspooled the story. The characters were all fleshed out enough to be individualized as the reader learns what to expect from each. The solution to the mystery was not all that surprising, but the motivations behind some of the characters’ actions were more revelatory. This was a good summer read that falls into several subcategories. It had the flavor of a campus mystery, magical realism for sure, and it was a “get the band back together”
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This unique novel about a very special map incorporates mystery, suspense, and fantasy! Filled with long-held family secrets and unexpected surprises!
My full review & a sample of the excellent audio:
https://bookbybook.blogspot.com/2022/... ...more
My full review & a sample of the excellent audio:
https://bookbybook.blogspot.com/2022/... ...more
Jul 28, 2022
Donna
marked it as to-read
May 19, 2022
Kiersten
marked it as to-read
