Magic Under Glass by Jaclyn Dolamore (Published by Bloomsbury USA, December 22, 2009)Seventeen-year-old Nimira had to leave her home and make her own way in the world after her mother died and her father lost the family’s fortune. She now lives in Lorinar, where she performs in a music hall and wishes for a better life. When Hollin Parry, a mysterious sorcerer, offers her a job singing with his piano-playing automaton, she eagerly accepts the opportunity. There are rumors that the automaton is haunted but Nimira ignores them, desperate to leave her life in the music hall behind.
Hollin Parry’s estate is lovely, a welcome change from the bustling city she lived in. But it is also a place full of secrets. The biggest of which is that the automaton is not haunted, but contains the trapped spirit of Erris, a fairy prince. As Nimira falls in love with Erris and attempts to free him from the curse, she is caught up in more danger than she expected.
Magic Under Glass is a wonderfully original fantasy from debate author Jaclyn Dolamore. The world she has created is very unique. It is reminiscent of the Victorian era with a bit of steam punk mixed in. If you love young adult fantasy and are looking to read something different and original, be sure to give this book a try. You won’t be disappointed! I am very much looking forward to reading more by this talented new author.
Disclosure: Review copy provided by publisher.
2 comments:
Nice review! I'm reading this now and really enjoying it :)
I VERY much want to read this book....but can't get hold of a copy yet... :)
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