This book was super impressive. I enjoyed the mix of a Jane Austen like writing style (a bit satire-like in its social commentary but in a light, amusing way) and a magical journey similar in depth of development to a Tolekin or Martin. Nothing quite as expansive of course, but a wonderful retelling of a part of British history with a magical twist. Perhaps very reminiscent of The Magicians by Grossman (or the other way around, I don't know which was published first). I also did enjoy the way she used/described magic and the effort she put into the small details, like the footnotes telling all sorts of "historical" magic anecdotes. A very impressive story in which the many facets came together beautifully and the way they were adressed theroughout the book hept me from getting too "tired" with any one aspect or set of characters. I really enjoyed this book and while it was extensive, it was totally worth the time.