There were a handful of twists that were glaringly obvious before they were actually revealed. Why did this novel fall a bit short for me? Well first of all, it was oddly predictable for such a unique story. It was like being inside a story and writing it all around you, and not alone but with someone who just happened to be as magical and beautiful as a fairy tale made real.” “It was better than any story he’d ever read. While I might not think it was quite as strong as the first installment, it still provided a satisfying ending encased in Taylor’s exquisite prose. And you definitely should read this, if you’ve read Strange the Dreamer. Which is a comparison that is appropriate on multiple levels, as you’ll see if you choose to read this. But the first novel was stunningly tangible, and this follow-up felt more like a phantom of that loveliness instead. Don’t get me wrong it’s still a lovely novel. Unfortunately, it didn’t pack quite the same punch as its predecessor. It continues a story that is pretty and romantic and moving, a story that began in Strange the Dreamer, the other half of this duology. Muse of Nightmares is another lovely display of Taylor’s craftsmanship.
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