A review by serendipitysbooks
A Castle in the Clouds by Kerstin Gier

adventurous lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

 Castle in the Clouds is a YA novel set in an isolated grand old hotel in the Swiss Alps over the Christmas-New Year holiday period. At the heart of the story is 17 year old Sophie who is working as an intern. The books has a soapy feel with a cast of rich and famous guests, some of whom behave badly. It also features a sweet romance as well as a mystery involving a jewel heist and a kidnapping. Lots of concealed identities, chase scenes through the hotel’s many rabbit warrens and a shoot-out as well. A great setting, with the hotel and its quirky staff being lovingly depicted in great detail. The plot is perfect if you are in the mood for a fun romp and aren’t bothered by it’s implausibility. 
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