A review by macaronoui
The Cloisters by Katy Hays

informative mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.25

As an art lover, and someone who has been there, I was hooked when I saw the cover and title.
As a European, who went to NYC to do an internship and had a hookup with a coworker, some things overlapped.
I however took the fullest chance to experience the city, the food, the museums, the musicals. Where as Ann is essentially a hermit at work.
The historical and art elements were really good, I thought the plot would focus on more of the art in stead of the tarot cards, although I think she wrote well about it. The book didn’t have that many twists or surprises but it was a nice read.
TW - emotional abuse and manipulation, death, inappropriate age gaps in dating. 
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