Published by: Amulet Books, October 11th 2016
Genre: YA, Historical, Fantasy
Pages: 384
Format: Ebook
Source: Amulet, via Edelweiss
In 1919, Ada Navarra—the intrepid daughter of immigrants—and Corinne Wells—a spunky, devil-may-care heiress—make an unlikely pair. But at the Cast Iron nightclub in Boston, anything and everything is possible. At night, on stage together, the two best friends, whose “afflicted” blood gives them the ability to create illusions through art, weave magic under the employ of Johnny Dervish, the club’s owner and a notorious gangster. By day, Ada and Corinne use these same skills to con the city’s elite in an attempt to keep the club afloat.
When a “job” goes awry and Ada is imprisoned, she realizes they’re on the precipice of danger. Only Corinne—her partner in crime—can break her out of Haversham Asylum. But once Ada is out, they face betrayal at every turn.
In 1919, Ada Navarra—the intrepid daughter of immigrants—and Corinne Wells—a spunky, devil-may-care heiress—make an unlikely pair. But at the Cast Iron nightclub in Boston, anything and everything is possible. At night, on stage together, the two best friends, whose “afflicted” blood gives them the ability to create illusions through art, weave magic under the employ of Johnny Dervish, the club’s owner and a notorious gangster. By day, Ada and Corinne use these same skills to con the city’s elite in an attempt to keep the club afloat.
When a “job” goes awry and Ada is imprisoned, she realizes they’re on the precipice of danger. Only Corinne—her partner in crime—can break her out of Haversham Asylum. But once Ada is out, they face betrayal at every turn.
Why did I wait so long to read this??? It was AWESOME. Girls being besties, the most unique, fascinating magic, 1920s (ish) setting that ISN'T New York for a change, gang drama, and a side of romance. Not to mention it deals with racism and attitudes towards immigrants, is pretty darn feminist, has a black main character, and has gay side characters. Is there anything NOT to love?
Honestly, I can't find a single fault. It's action packed, full of mystery and wonder and friendships that make my heart so full, and it's written faultlessly. I want another book in this world! (Saint POV please??)
Characters ★★★★★
Setting/world ★★★★★
Writing ★★★★★
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