One Dark Window Book Reviews

AUTHOR
Rachel Gillig
SCORE
4.5
TOTAL RATINGS
557

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig Book Summary

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For fans of Uprooted and For the Wolf comes a dark, lushly gothic fantasy about a maiden who must unleash the monster within to save her kingdom—but the monster in her head isn't the only threat lurking.

Elspeth needs a monster. The monster might be her.

Elspeth Spindle needs more than luck to stay safe in the eerie, mist-locked kingdom she calls home—she needs a monster. She calls him the Nightmare, an ancient, mercurial spirit trapped in her head. He protects her. He keeps her secrets.

But nothing comes for free, especially magic.

When Elspeth meets a mysterious highwayman on the forest road, her life takes a drastic turn. Thrust into a world of shadow and deception, she joins a dangerous quest to cure the kingdom of the dark magic infecting it. Except the highwayman just so happens to be the King’s own nephew, Captain of the Destriers…and guilty of high treason.

He and Elspeth have until Solstice to gather twelve Providence Cards—the keys to the cure. But 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.

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Book Name One Dark Window
Genre Fantasy
Published
Language English
E-Book Size 5.36 MB

One Dark Window (Rachel Gillig) Book Reviews 2024

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All consuming. I fell in love with the language of this book and the world that the author has created. I was gripped the entire book. Action, suspense, thrill, romance. A touch of everything to love.

Spectacular. This book is incredible. The story is unique and interesting, and I couldn’t put it down. There are no dull moments. The writing is beautiful. I highly recommend!

Amazing!!. This book was an awesome read! I loved the plot and that it took a while to put all the pieces together but held my attention the whole time! Can’t wait for the next book

Not for me. This book was so well-reviewed that I was expecting to love it, but in the end it wasn’t the book for me. The terrible rhyming poetry that starts each chapter was painful for me to read, but if I could have just skipped it after the first few chapters I would have kept reading; but I discovered that the terrible rhyming poetry is also integrated into the main text, and after several chapters of wincing every time I was forced to read it, I finally gave up. It wasn’t helped by an apparent major plot twist that seemed super-obvious to me based on the actual text (not even just hints) but which the main characters seemed to still be oblivious to at the point where I quit reading.

Elspeth Spindle is a monstrous conundrum.. This book is not what you expect. It is fantasy with power cards activated by users who will have to pay a price and as time goes on, the price becomes steeper. It is a story about hidden away Elspeth who has a secret in her head. It tells how she is drawn into intrigue & treason to help an unexpected lover only to lose herself to a nightmare. If you read the book, you will know what I mean.

Obsessed. Love love love this book. The characters are great and I can’t wait to read the second one.

Magic. The story itself is beautifully crafted. Magic cards in my opinion aren’t that interesting, but the way the author uses them to create the story line, to build each character and their unique gifts, and how all the magic behind the cards tie the characters together on a quest truly has inspired me to believe in the magic that the author created. Each character in this story has an important role and adds depth to the unfolding of the story. Overall, I was very pleased with this book. I wish there were more parts, but two parts was sufficient so that the story wasn’t drawn out unnecessarily.

Great read.. We’ll written. I finished it in two days. Looking forward to book 2.

Amazing. Started a little slow, but wow did it blow me away in the end

So good!!. “One Dark Window” stands out as a captivating romantic fantasy, rich in mystery and set in a mesmerizing, shadowy world. The story entangles intrigue with romance, led by well-crafted characters and a plot that’s consistently engaging. Its romance is emotionally deep, offering a slow burn rather than spicy scenes, focusing more on emotional connections. The writing is vivid, creating an atmospheric and enchanting world that balances fantasy and romance expertly. While it may not satisfy those seeking steamier content, it’s a compelling read for fans of dark, romantic fantasy. This four-star book impresses with its intricate narrative and beautifully eerie setting, perfect for those who love their fantasy with a strong emotional core.

Really well written but somethings missing.. I really enjoyed reading this book. The writing was poetic and the world-building was well done and interesting. My only critique is that the plot left something to be desired. (Spoilers ahead)I don’t think her dad should have given her the last card, that was a lost opportunity on the authors part. I also didn’t feel any connection between the main love interests. I’m hoping that they don’t actually love each other and that it’s a magic pull but since it’s a two book series I doubt it. I felt like there was more chemistry between her and Prince Elm. The Nightmare was what kept me reading. I wanted to know more about him and his motives. I liked the ending and I bought the second book but haven’t gotten into yet. A lot of it is Ravyn POV and I might just be me but I don’t feel connected to this character and I don’t feel like is relationship with the FMC is real.

Best book I’ve read in awhile. Thrilling, mysterious, romantic, different. I couldn’t put it down

A novel that slithers its way into your heart, keeping you on edge. "One Dark Window" holds a special place in my heart. It narrates a love story set against the backdrop of a woman's struggle to find her place in a society that perceives her as flawed. Reminiscent of the "Scarlet Letter," Elspeth and those affected by the fever endure more than surreptitious glances. A grimmer fate awaits those afflicted by this curse. The story explores themes of honor versus heart, love, and the extents one would go to protect it. Ravyn Yew emerges as a particularly fascinating character. Initially unremarkable, as the story progresses, his complexities are revealed, compelling us to question his allegiances. The inevitability of Elspeth and Ravyn's relationship isn't concealed. Instead, author Rachel Gillig presents intriguing decisions they must confront. Gilling’s gift is taking a setting that feels very much medieval and capitalizing off of it. There’s fog, most, looming darkness, and whispers that carry through the wind of a dark night. It’s immersive thanks to her choice of prose and actions that truly capture the horror feeling. One of my favorite things she does is the description of Elspeth’s dark passenger. Gilling uses terms like slick and oily to describe the voice, and the term slithering when describing the movements of the Nightmare in her mind. A memorable scene features multiple characters in a room where tension is palpable, akin to the effect of salt on the magically inclined. Gillig skillfully uses action to decelerate pacing, crafting an atmosphere reminiscent of Quentin Tarantino’s style. She weaves the light into the story through the emotions of Elspeth and I love it. The lore of the fever, magic, and the cards is presented in an easily digestible manner. The plot is straightforward: gather all 12 Providence Cards to cure those suffering from the fever's aftermath. A secret society of heroes embarks on a quest to challenge authority and offer hope to the ostracized. This group is endearing, but none more so than Jasper, with her humor, intuition, charm, and remarkable wit. For those seeking a book with fluid prose and a simple yet enchanting plot intertwining magic and love, "One Dark Window" is an excellent choice. It’s a quick, fun, and engaging read and I’m a better writer after reading it.

Wow!!!!!. I love this book!!!! It had me hooked in from the start! It’s so good and I can’t wait to read the next one!!

Fantastic. This is an incredible book!

Very good. I give this 4.5 stars, I don’t really care for YA, which this is leaning more towards that. The writing was good, the concept was great, but not 5 stars.

From Ione,. This book brought me back into the world of reading and it’s only the first part! I absolutely cannot wait for Two Twisted Crowns. ALSO my name is Ione and it was so surprising to see my name in a book, thank you Rachel Gillig 😭♥️

Good read. I really liked it!

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Devoured it. I ate this book up. Buy it! You will fall in love with this world 👹🏰🃏

Must read. This book was a complete escape. I wish I could read it for the first time again and again.

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Summary of One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

The One Dark Window book written by Rachel Gillig was published on 27 September 2022, Tuesday in the Fantasy category. A total of 557 readers of the book gave the book 4.5 points out of 5.

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