Assessment:

Plot/Idea: Fay twists together fantasy and historical fiction with ease as Fleur tries to make sense of her dreams about a mysterious woman pleading for help. Mystical and enchanting, the plot entrances readers, and Fay tackles time travel with the experience of a master.

Prose: Fay’s spirited descriptions of historic Scotland evoke strong images, and she breathes a mystical setting into life  with stirring prose.  The sparkling style reminds readers of the innate human need for connection.

Originality: Comfortably mixing historical fiction, mystery, and fantasy makes this a creative tale, and Fay maintains a fairytale aura throughout.

Character/Execution: Strong, likable, and self-assured women take centerstage in this novel. Eileen is sweet and a little enigmatic, but she whispers her secrets across the pages, while Fleur is more inquisitive, weaving her mystery slowly around readers.

Date Submitted: May 12, 2023