In an Absent Dream 

By. Seanan McGuire 

P. 204 

Format: Paper 

Rating: **** 

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In an Absent Dream is the fourth book in the Wayward Children series. The story is a prequel to the first three books and tells about Lundy, the psychologist in the first book. 

 

The world building and general plot of the book seemed very different from the other books, mostly because it did not tie into the school. At least it did not until the very end. It also was more character focused then the previous books. The action was missing from the book. The narration would take a close look at Lundy, mention that some quest happened, and then go back to character focusing on Lundy. I imagine a completely different book could be written about the glossed over parts. 

 

I really enjoy McGuire’s writing, and this book was an interesting part of the series. If I had not read the three other books prior then I may have found it a bit boring. But I did, and the wider world of the series kept me more engaged.