The story was drawn out to much. But enjoyed the last part of the book Read more

It's very different. I found it a really imaginative story, beautifully written but rather sad in places. Beatrice is quite an intriguing character but the ambitious Rosa is far less likeable and their friendship felt slightly improbable. Although basically historical there is an almost steampunk feel to some of Rosa's creations and most definitely a strong element of magic to Beatrice's work so it is loosely fantasy based. It does make for a slightly depressing read but it's definitely a book that I will keep to revisit. Read more

A beautiful book about two completely different lives intertwined by friendship. I loved how this book told the story of both women but it still just flowed, never feeling broken even when the story involved to different paths that their lives followed yet always returning to one another. The book offers a look into the lives of women in the 1800s and in doing so has a rollercoaster of emotions. I won't go into too much detail but the author, despite the rollercoaster will leave you with a feeling of satisfaction with a somewhat 'serves you right' satisfaction smirk at the end and a sense of happiness for the main characters. Really beautiful book. Highly recommend This is definitely a book for adults but because of the sensitive subjects it touches upon nothing else that I can see. I know I will be reading this again. X Read more

Este libro es de los que compras por su preciosa portada pero que después te llegan al corazón... una historia preciosa con toques de fantasía que a pesar de tener más de 500 páginas se te hace corto. Si te gusta la época victoriana te va a encantar. Read more

Magical! Read more