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One Dark Window

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One Dark Window

By: Rachel Gillig
Narrated by: Lisa Cordileone
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Summary

 'Thick fog, shifting alliances and clever magic make the perfect backdrop for a sweeping romance - One Dark Window is enthralling from beginning to shocking end' Hannah Whitten, bestselling author of For the Wolf

ELSPETH NEEDS A MONSTER. THE MONSTER MIGHT BE HER.

An ancient, mercurial spirit is trapped inside Elspeth Spindle's head - she calls him the Nightmare. He protects her. He keeps her secrets. But nothing comes for free, especially magic.

When Elspeth meets a mysterious highwayman on the forest road, she is thrust into a world of shadow and deception. Together, they embark on a dangerous quest to cure the town of Blunder from the dark magic infecting it. As the stakes heighten and their undeniable attraction intensifies, Elspeth is forced to face her darkest secret yet: the Nightmare is slowly, darkly, taking over her mind. And she might not be able to stop him.

For fans of Uprooted and For the Wolf comes a gothic fantasy romance about a maiden who must unleash the monster within to save her kingdom.

Praise for One Dark Window:

'An enchanting tale with sharp claws and teeth - Gillig's prose will pull you in and won't let you sleep. Pulse-pounding, darkly whimsical and aglow with treacherous magic, One Dark Window is everything I love in fantasy and more' Allison Saft, author of A Far Wilder Magic

'An evocative tale of romance, mystery and alluring monsters, told in beautifully lush prose' Lyndall Clipstone, author of Lakesedge

'The steamy romance that emerges between Elspeth and Ravyn delights' Publishers Weekly

'A beautifully dark fairy tale of blood, rage and bitter choice, that whisked me away to mist-wreathed woods ripe with romance and menace' Davinia Evans, author of Notorious Sorcerer ©2022 Rachel Gillig Action & Adventure Fantasy Science Fiction & Fantasy Scary Fiction Magic Royalty
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Critic reviews

An evocative tale of romance, mystery and alluring monsters, told in beautifully lush prose. Rachel Gillig has created a story which left me entranced
A beautifully dark fairy tale of blood, rage and bitter choice, that whisked me away to mist-wreathed woods ripe with romance and menace
Steeped in brooding romance, twisted magic and nail-biting intrigue, One Dark Window snares readers in its deliciously dark spell and leaves them desperate for more. I couldn't put it down (Kat Delacorte, author of WITH FIRE IN THEIR BLOOD)
The steamy romance that emerges between Elspeth and Ravyn delights (Publishers Weekly)
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I thought she was stupid for not seeing who the Nightmare really was. I wanted her to absorb the other cards. And their was more chemistry with the Prinz and the nightmare then with Raven

Annoyingly blind Hero

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I really found the narration difficult. There were often big volume changes, and for me, the pace/feel wasn't right for such a slow dark book. The story was brilliant, and I ended up buying a physical copy to read the second half. Dark Gothic vibes, enemies to lovers, and some nice touches along the way. looking forward to continuing the story.

Struggled with the narrator

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This was a surprisingly good listen. I have the paperback but have never gotten to it on my TBR. When I saw it on audible I thought, meh, why not?
Narration was enjoyable, the actor very talented and each character given personality.
I’m completely engaged and will be getting book 2 asap.

The original storyline

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This book has it all - dark vibes, magic and intrigue. I couldn't put it down!

Absolutely stunning!

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Love this book!
The unique world and magic system was refreshing and intriguing.
It is one of those books that invades your dreams and leaves you wondering what will happen next.
Cannot wait to get into book 2 and find out what happens next!

Unique magic with a compelling story!

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