A Great and Terrible Beautyby Libba Bray
reviewed by Marta Maynes
A Great And Terrible Beauty is an amazing novel filled with magic, Victorian-Age traditions, and powerful women. Written by Libba Bray, A Great And Terrible Beauty takes us inside an exclusive, all-girls preparatory academy in 19th Century London, where magic and secrets lurk in every corner.
The novel is written from the viewpoint of sixteen-year old, Gemma Doyle. After her mother mysteriously dies in India, Gemma is sent to Spence Academy in England to continue her education. Gemma immediately gets an eerie vibe from the school and constantly feels like someone is watching her. While she tries to put these feelings in the back of her mind, she is inundated with new friends, new traditions, and a rigorous study schedule.
Gemma sees visions of the future, and they all mysteriously come true. Gemma is confused on what to make of the visions. She wonders if they mean anything! It’s not long after Gemma discovers the powers she has, that she learns that she is in fact being watched by a young man. But why? Does she need to close her mind from seeing the visions?
At Spence, Gemma’s magical powers unfold as she discovers pieces of information from her and her mother’s past. Gemma’s powers can grow even stronger if she accepts her destiny. Will she accept her fate?
Reading A Great And Terrible Beauty will have readers enthralled with excitement and at the edge of their seat. The relatable characters develop a connection with the reader and have them wanting answers. Readers will not want to put this book down!
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