A review by gwendle_vs_literature
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke

5.0

I absolutely loved this book. It is extremely well written, with prose that sometimes border on poetic (not surprising from the author of Piranesi). Clarke succeeds at recreating the language, syntax, and spellings of a book actually written during the 1800s, which makes it easier for the reader to chuse to suspend disbelief and immerse oneself full in the world the author has created. The use of endnotes to cite the fictional books, places, authors, etc that are referenced throughout the text is ingenious, and lends a further air of realism to this fantastical tale. 

The actions and motivations of the characters are all believable, and the end of the narrative is satisfying. I can’t recommend this book highly enough.