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One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig
4.0
adventurous mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

What an intriguing magic system! I love the card based magic and all the lore behind it. It felt so naturally ingrained in the world and heightened the vibes of the story. I'm not sure if it entirely satisfies on the gothic front, but the mood and tone are decently delivered.