The place the Library Hides by Isabel Ibañez
I used to be enthralled with this e book from the very starting.
There aren’t many pleasures on this world, however studying a sequel that truly lives as much as the hype and expectations of the primary that you simply fell in love with is certainly considered one of them.
Ever since I learn that insane ending to What the River Is aware of, I’ve been chomping on the bit to seek out out what occurs subsequent. Fortunately writer and genius Isabel Ibañez didn’t disappoint! The place the Library Hides is the gorgeous conclusion to the Secrets and techniques of the Nile duology, a lush and immersive historic fantasy set in Egypt. It is a story brimming with thriller, journey, and naturally, romance.
Thriller, Journey and Romance
Our story picks up proper the place it left off (thank God, as a result of that cliffhanger final time was brutal) so I used to be gripped from the very starting. As soon as the journey began, issues shortly went downhill on this The Mummy meets Indiana Jones-like story.
After I say downhill, I imply it in a great way, the best way that brings motion, scheming, and betrayals. Ibañez wrote such a fascinating story stuffed with plot twists — some that I didn’t even see coming! Very hardly ever does a e book preserve me on my toes, however I used to be always ready for what was lurking across the nook.
Our heroine, Inez Olivera, traveled midway the world over to determine the thriller of her mother and father’ demise solely to be led down a highway stuffed with heartache, betrayal, and a harmful magic pulling her into the previous. Not solely that, however the threats concerning her inheritance from Tio Ricardo go away her with just one choice: marry Whitford Hayes.
Be mindful Whit, who was a British soldier and at one level Inez’s rival, has his personal motivations for staying in Egypt which can be nonetheless a thriller. Inez might need to tie herself to somebody who has secret plans of their very own.
The Good Duo That Received’t Disappoint
Talking of Whit, I’m glad to report that we do hear extra from him within the sequel. The duology is a twin POV which I personally love. I felt like within the first e book, I wasn’t getting sufficient of Whitford Hayes, however now I understand that was by design.
Within the first e book, Whit was meant to be a mysterious character, somebody working within the shadows, so we solely received little tidbits right here and there, however now we’re capable of study extra about him. His POV lets us into his head to study what his motivations and true emotions are.
Inez and Whit have a really difficult relationship, however the stress and their chemistry preserve me begging for extra and so they positive ship!
Whereas the romance in The place the Library Hides tends to take a again seat to the principle plot of the story, what we do get had me squealing and kicking my toes! One among my favourite tropes is an offended love confession and these two didn’t disappoint: “Within the utter chaos of my life, you’re the solely factor that is sensible.” I imply, how can we not swoon at that?
Magical Journey Stuffed with Surprising Twists
I used to be enthralled with this e book from the very starting — Inez’s bravery and willpower is one thing to aspire to and Whit’s crafty and swoon-worthy persona is what the romantasy style is all about! Put these two collectively and add journey, hazard, intrigue and magic and also you’ve received your self a spectacular e book.
Additionally, I wish to word that I’m fairly constructive that Isabel Ibañez invented the plot twist as a result of there was one at each flip! The place the Library Hides was considered one of my most anticipated reads of this yr and I’m so happy to announce that this can be a good ending to this duology that’s simply as magical because the artifacts discovered on this Egyptian journey!
Isabel Ibañez is the writer of Collectively We Burn (Wednesday Books) and Woven in Moonlight (Web page Avenue), a finalist for the William C. Morris Award, and is listed amongst Time Journal’s 100 Finest Fantasy Books Of All Time. She is the proud daughter of Bolivian immigrants and has a profound appreciation for historical past and touring. She at present lives in Asheville, North Carolina, together with her husband, their lovely canine, and a severe assortment of books.
Publish Date: 11/5/2024
Style: Motion and Journey, Fantasy, Fiction, Younger Grownup
Creator: Isabel Ibañez
Web page Rely: 400 pages
Writer: Wednesday Books
ISBN: 9781250822994