Utterly enchanting. I have to say, I'd rather hang out with Simon, Baz, Penelope, and Agatha at Watford than Harry, Hermione, and the rest of the Hogwarts gang. Rainbow Rowell gives an authentic teen voice to wizards, of all people, and mixes in a lovely little love story that is splendidly handled. As with all of Rowell's work, the dialogue sparkles and while this is her first go at Fantasy (besides the snippets in [b:Fangirl|16068905|Fangirl|Rainbow Rowell|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1355886270s/16068905.jpg|21861351]), you would never, ever know it. I hope we get more Simon and Baz!

Plus, it is a beautifully put together book, from the jacket, the yellow hardcover binding, and the gorgeous map on the end papers. This is a perfect Christmas gift for all your friends and family who have grown up with Harry Potter and want something a little more.

I also recommended this for my library's "Great Books, Great Gifts 2015" publication, out soon!