A Fragile Enchantment by Allison Saft->Starting September 23rd, 2023

[Dr. Andy]

In this romantic fantasy of manners from New York Times bestselling author Allison Saft, a magical dressmaker commissioned for a royal wedding finds herself embroiled in scandal when a gossip columnist draws attention to her undeniable chemistry with the groom.

Niamh Ó Conchobhair has never let herself long for more. The magic in her blood that lets her stitch emotions and memories into fabric is the same magic that will eventually kill her. Determined to spend the little time she has left guaranteeing a better life for her family, Niamh jumps at the chance to design the wardrobe for a royal wedding in the neighboring kingdom of Avaland.

But Avaland is far from the fairytale that she imagined. While young nobles attend candlelit balls and elegant garden parties, unrest brews amid the working class. The groom himself, Kit Carmine, is prickly, abrasive, and begrudgingly being dragged to the altar as a political pawn. But when Niamh and Kit grow closer, an unlikely friendship blossoms into something more—until an anonymous columnist starts buzzing about their chemistry, promising to leave them alone only if Niamh helps to uncover the royal family’s secrets. The rot at the heart of Avaland runs deep, but exposing it could risk a future she never let herself dream of, and a love she never thought possible.

Transporting readers to a Regency England-inspired fantasy world, A Fragile Enchantment is a sweeping romance threaded with intrigue, unforgettable characters, and a love story for the ages.

[megs_bookrack]

Ahhhhh, I was so stoked to see that others are ready to start this one!! I love Saft's writing and couldn't wait much longer myself, so was happy it's a buddy option.

I just picked it up this morning and have already read through the first chapter. This isn't a spoiler bc it's in the synopsis, but I love how quickly this kicks off. Like we're already at the royal palace!!! Yayee!

[akacya ❦]

this is my first book by allison saft but her others have been on my tbr for so long!

[akacya ❦]

chapter five (view spoiler)[with kit’s insistence that he doesn’t want to be seen at all, i think it would be funny if niamh made him an outfit that turned him invisible (hide spoiler)]

[megs_bookrack]

akacya ❦ wrote: "this is my first book by allison saft but her others have been on my tbr for so long!"I hope you end up loving it. I always enjoy her writing because it feels magical, but without having the writing being so flowery that the plot gets lost in the shuffle, if that makes sense.

[megs_bookrack]

akacya ❦ wrote: "chapter five [spoilers removed]"Hahaha, that would be perfect, right!?

[megs_bookrack]

Through 11% (I think Chapter Four or Five): (view spoiler)[I love a prickly, initially abrasive dude, so Kit is definitely working for me. Also, loving how different the royal kingdom is to Niamh's regular life. She's like a fish out of water right now, but handling everything so well! (hide spoiler)]

[megs_bookrack]

Into Chapter 6 now, at 19% and I'm loving the set-up. I don't consider this stuff spoilery so I am not going to hide my current thoughts:
I'm really enjoying following along with Niamh as she becomes more familiar with the royal court and the politics that go with it. Also, I am still very much enjoying the interactions with the grumpy Prince.
Lastly, for exciting bits, I will hide this, (view spoiler)[we finally got a glimpse at the Princess! I loved her being described as looking like the walking dead. All I could picture was Wednesday Addams! LOL (hide spoiler)]

[megs_bookrack]

Through to Chapter 9: (view spoiler)[Loving how Kit is starting to open up a bit with Niamh and let his guard down. The end of chapter eight, he may even be showing a glimmer of affection towards her... (hide spoiler)]

[akacya ❦]

megs_bookrack wrote: "Into Chapter 6 now, at 19% and I'm loving the set-up. I don't consider this stuff spoilery so I am not going to hide my current thoughts:
I'm really enjoying following along with Niamh as she becom..."

ooh i love the comparison haha

[akacya ❦]

chapter 21
(view spoiler)[ah…it was a matter of time till jack figured them out (hide spoiler)]

[akacya ❦]

chapter 28 (view spoiler)[the objection🫣🫣 (hide spoiler)]

[akacya ❦]

done! i really loved this story and now i’m even more excited to read more from allison saft!

[megs_bookrack]

akacya ❦ wrote: "megs_bookrack wrote: "Into Chapter 6 now, at 19% and I'm loving the set-up. I don't consider this stuff spoilery so I am not going to hide my current thoughts:
I'm really enjoying following along w..."Right!? 😄😂

[megs_bookrack]

akacya ❦ wrote: "done! i really loved this story and now i’m even more excited to read more from allison saft!"yayeeeee! You flew through this! So glad you loved it and you should definitely go back a read her two previous works!

[megs_bookrack]

Through Chapter 11: (view spoiler)[I am fascinated by the Princess Rosa's magic!! Controlling the weather!? Also interested to find out why Kit initially left for the four year grand tour. He must have hurt someone maybe? (hide spoiler)]

[megs_bookrack]

Through Chapter 14: (view spoiler)[I am back and forth about how I feel aboit Jack. At first I was thinking he was the better of the teo brothers, but now I don't kniw. It seems Kit's disdain for him is well placed. I don't like how he treats his wife snd he's acting like a coward right now when it comes to the protesters. (hide spoiler)]

[megs_bookrack]

I'm almost to Chapter 20 and still really loving it. Saft never fails to sweep me up into her worlds. So much has happened over the course of the last few chapters.
In addition to romantic elements, the political intrigue has really amped up. I want Niamh to be correct in her assumptions.
I am really hoping she's not being betrayed by someone closer to her!

[megs_bookrack]

I've lost track of chapters, I'm in a tizzy. I think I am around Chapter 25, or 26. I'm 82% in and things are intense right now. I know objectively things will most likely work out, but getting here has been emotional.

Also, (view spoiler)[I sort of knew that Sinclair was going to turn out to be Lovelace, I was really hoping it wasn't him. I do feel like Kit overreacted to finding that letter on Niamh though. (hide spoiler)]

[megs_bookrack]

Finished! Loved it! 5-stars. Saft's books, which I have always loved, keep getting better and better! I can't wait for the next one!! Bring on 2025 releases. LOL

[megs_bookrack]

akacya ❦ wrote: "chapter 21
[spoilers removed]"Right!? (view spoiler)[The scene where they snuck into his private chambers. That was so intense. I can't believe he caught her in there!!! (hide spoiler)]

[megs_bookrack]

akacya ❦ wrote: "chapter 28 [spoilers removed]"Hahahaha

[Elizabeth]

I got behind on the books I have checked out from the library. I should be starting soon.