The City in Glass is a lyrical and moving tale. I read it straight through and could not put it down. I loved how Nghi Vo created a story about what it would be like for an ethereal being (demons, angels, ghosts etc)  watching/influencing the rise and fall of a city. The writing is beautifully vivid and descriptive. The creative details make the triumphs and challenges of the city feel so tangible. The relationship between the demon and the angel was compelling as it unfolded. 

The City in Glass almost has the feeling of an old fairy tale: where the ending feels heartbreaking, inevitable, and satisfying. Nghi Vo is an auto-buy author for me and I can’t wait to read what she writes next! Readers who enjoy beautiful prose, compelling characters, and epic tales will love The City in Glass. 

Thank you to Nghi Vo, Tordotcom, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.