47 pages 1 hour read

Sarah Penner

The London Séance Society: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Sarah Penner’s The London Séance Society is a captivating historical mystery that blends the supernatural with a gripping plot. Readers praise its atmospheric setting and strong female characters. However, some critique the pacing and predictability. In sum, it’s an engaging read for fans of eerie, character-driven stories, though it may falter in tension for some.

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Who Should Read The London Séance Society?

A reader who revels in historical fiction infused with mystery and a touch of the supernatural will be captivated by Sarah Penner's The London Séance Society. Fans of The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern and The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón will find themselves equally enchanted.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Fantasy
Themes
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Topics
History: World
LGBTQ
Religion / Spirituality