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I started reading this at the beginning of October, but kept getting distracted by other books. I finally made some headway on it during my week in Hawaii, and I ended up loving it. It’s funny and much weirder than the unassuming cover implies.
The main character is capable, no-nonsense and charming when she tries to hide her insecurities and seem more put-together than she truly is.
She works in a secret library that exists between worlds, and goes out on acquisition missions to save important bo ...more
The main character is capable, no-nonsense and charming when she tries to hide her insecurities and seem more put-together than she truly is.
She works in a secret library that exists between worlds, and goes out on acquisition missions to save important bo ...more

I absolutely loved this book! Take a pinch of Doctor Who, add a bit of Warehouse 13, throw in Sherlock Holmes, some Fae and some dragons, and mix well. Irene and Kai were a lot of fun. Vale was very cool. If Irene and Vale aren't missing by the third book, though, we're gonna have words.
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