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Smaragdgrün
496 pages
A swoony, time-hopping finale full of secret societies, historical ballgowns, and witty teenage rebellion.
What it feels like
Reading this finale feels like a breathless waltz through time, blending the high stakes of a secret society thriller with the swoony, dramatic highs of first love. The narrative moves at a brisk, engaging clip, anchored by a heroine whose witty, relatable internal monologue cuts right through the stuffy grandeur of the historical eras she visits. There is a deeply satisfying texture to the experience as long-held mysteries finally click into place, shifting the mood from suspenseful uncertainty to triumphant clarity. It is a delightfully escapist read, perfect for those who love their fantasy laced with gorgeous period costumes, snarky gargoyle sidekicks, and a romance that defies the boundaries of time itself.
- Mood
- sweeping
- suspenseful
- whimsical
- romantic
- Tone
- witty
- romantic
- dramatic
- earnest
- sarcastic
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- first love and betrayal · weight of destiny · uncovering family secrets · coming of age · trusting oneself
- The writing
- Conversational and highly engaging, balancing teenage snark with lush descriptions of historical eras.
- The arc
- Moves from heartbroken confusion and deep suspicion to empowered clarity and a triumphant, romantic resolution.
- Who it's for
- Readers who crave swoony, time-hopping YA fantasies with sassy heroines, secret societies, and plenty of historical ballgowns.
Content notes
- fantasy violence
- mild peril
- emotional manipulation
About the book
Since learning she is the Ruby, the final member of the time-traveling Circle of Twelve, nothing has gone right for Gwen and she holds suspicions about both Count Saint-German and Gideon, but as she uncovers the Circle's secrets she finally learns her own destiny.
Since learning she is the final member of the time-traveling Circle of Twelve, Gwen has become suspicious of both Count Saint-Germain and Gideon. As she uncovers the Circle's secrets, she finally learns her destiny. The plot contains violence. Book #3
Description from Open Library.
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