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A review by emilyreads15
Where the Library Hides by Isabel Ibañez
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
I absolutely loved What the River Knows, so when I started Where the Library Hides (book 2) I was pretty disappointed with how it was beginning. It was pretty slow at the start and the romance seemed to be thrown out the window a little bit. I was really upset with Whit and Inez’s relationship hardly progressing and actually going backwards. I understand the author wanted to make tension etc but I wish the whole enemies to lovers concept would have been left in book one with more romantic interactions in book 2.
However, this book thankfully picked up. The found the plot to be just as interesting as the first despite the slow start. The Library of Alexandria is something I’ve been fascinated with for awhile now so reading a book
(despite it being fiction) about the area was really enjoyable. As always I truly felt like I was in Egypt while reading this. The author does an amazing job with her descriptions and immersive worldbuilding not only in the ancient country/ruins but also in the time period this book takes place (1800s). Definitely recommend this series if you’re looking for an adventurous and historical read. Very Indiana Jones vibes.
I did notice a few grammatical errors with sentences or like character names especially towards the end. At time it’s did feel like this book was a little rushed which is a little disappointing since the first one didn’t feel that way and we waited a year to get book 2. Some more care could’ve been given for sure by the editors.
As for the romance it DID get better. I still love these character but gosh they were making me so mad at the start. I just wish the author had given them better communication and trust in one another instead of having them wait until 70% through to get over that. I understand both of the characters reading for those issues but I think it would’ve been more enjoyable if they at least trusted each other even if they didn’t trust anyone else. However, I’m very happy with the ending (it is a happy one so don’t worry.)
Especially at the end this book really picked up and some CRAZY plot twists happened. One I saw coming but another one…that was just insane and completely unexpected but I loved it.
Overall, I love the plot and I love the characters. This duology is beautiful and exciting to read as someone who enjoys historical fantasies. I did enjoy book 1 more but I 100% do not think book 2 (this book) is as bad as some people made it out to be in their reviews. I think it’s still worth reading if you enjoyed book 1.
Anyways, I love this upper YA duology and I 100% recommend despite a few of the flaws in book 2. I really enjoy historical fantasy books like this and Us in Ruins so please send me some recommendations if you have any!!
However, this book thankfully picked up. The found the plot to be just as interesting as the first despite the slow start. The Library of Alexandria is something I’ve been fascinated with for awhile now so reading a book
(despite it being fiction) about the area was really enjoyable. As always I truly felt like I was in Egypt while reading this. The author does an amazing job with her descriptions and immersive worldbuilding not only in the ancient country/ruins but also in the time period this book takes place (1800s). Definitely recommend this series if you’re looking for an adventurous and historical read. Very Indiana Jones vibes.
I did notice a few grammatical errors with sentences or like character names especially towards the end. At time it’s did feel like this book was a little rushed which is a little disappointing since the first one didn’t feel that way and we waited a year to get book 2. Some more care could’ve been given for sure by the editors.
As for the romance it DID get better. I still love these character but gosh they were making me so mad at the start. I just wish the author had given them better communication and trust in one another instead of having them wait until 70% through to get over that. I understand both of the characters reading for those issues but I think it would’ve been more enjoyable if they at least trusted each other even if they didn’t trust anyone else. However, I’m very happy with the ending (it is a happy one so don’t worry.)
Especially at the end this book really picked up and some CRAZY plot twists happened. One I saw coming but another one…that was just insane and completely unexpected but I loved it.
Overall, I love the plot and I love the characters. This duology is beautiful and exciting to read as someone who enjoys historical fantasies. I did enjoy book 1 more but I 100% do not think book 2 (this book) is as bad as some people made it out to be in their reviews. I think it’s still worth reading if you enjoyed book 1.
Anyways, I love this upper YA duology and I 100% recommend despite a few of the flaws in book 2. I really enjoy historical fantasy books like this and Us in Ruins so please send me some recommendations if you have any!!