Book Review

[kenjari]

The Gates of Twilight
by Paula Volsky

This diverting fantasy novel takes place in a 19th-century style world, in a location and situation that is clearly meant as a parallel to British-occupied India. Adventure ensues when the tensions between the colonials and the natives are exploited by a sinister cult. There are dashing heroes, clever heroines, snooty colonials, and menacing cultists. The book was a fun, entertaining read.

Comments

[karakara98.livejournal.com]

I read a book by Volsky in high school called Illusionary. It's a sort of fantasy version of the French Revolution. They aristocrats are the magic users, but their magic has fallen off as they've become more decadent. I recommend Illusionary, and I'm excited to hear that she's written other books.