Going into this book, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The concept sounded fascinating, but the execution was even better.
‘A Darker Shade of Magic’ follows Kell and Lila within a world of multiple dimensions. As a traveller, Kell is one of the only two people who can travel between the world’s London’s: Grey, Red and White. Black London has long since been destroyed. Kell and Lila have a chance meeting and from that moment their story unfolds, as they attempt to save Red London from the darker forces attempting to penetrate from Black London.
I found the world immersive, the characters three-dimensional and the story action packed from the very first page. I read it in two days and have already continued on with the trilogy.
Book Review by Farrah Hoskins.
My current favourite book is ‘The Song of Achilles’. I defy all my reluctant reading friends not to be crushed by Madeline Miller’s masterpiece. My passion for Greek Mythology started with a beautifully illustrated Usborne children’s guide, which has certainly influenced my choice of GCSE Classics. Moving forward, I hope to study it at A Level, & fingers crossed at university along with English Lit. I’ve read Stephen Fry’s fantastic ‘Mythos,’ Natalie Haynes’ ‘A Thousand Ships’ & Mary Beard’s Ancient Rome book entitled ‘SPQR.’ Even though I tend to steer clear of horror stories I do actively seek strong female role models & stories with good representation from the lgbtq plus community & books by authors of colour.
If you need to reach me, I’ll be in my room ‘manifesting’ the third Six of Crows book!
