"I like the pink shiny tool box"

Much better than I was anticipating. I enjoyed their explanation of real magic, which I will not spoil here. You'll have to read it for yourself. It is worth the time.

The book was good

It was very funny

This story follows the Conroy family and the pull an ancient mansion has on three generations of this family, as well as two generations of servants. As the Conroy children grow up and experience life changes, they continue to feel the pull of this house and their past. Once they are able to let their past go, they are able to move on and live their future.

T’was a book, meh…

This book offers reflections on change, challenge and power, including her belief that we can be a light for others.

A wonderful overview of how information traveled in the wake of the French Revolution and throughout the Haitian Revolution. As a librarian, it is a fascinating perspective to focus on this movement of information and the agency of enslaved and oppressed people. A clear vision of the continued resistance of enslaved people and its internationalist character.

Incredible world-building and engaging subject. Kind of a tease as this is an enemy-to-lovers gay romance, but by the end of the first book, there is very little in the way of lovers and much more about enemies. Still, it made me want to move on to the second book. The strength of this book lies primarily in its portrayal of courtly politics and character development. Enjoyable summer read!

Best book to read ever!!!