63 pages • 2 hours read
Freya MarskeA Marvellous Light
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske, set in Edwardian England, a government official named Robin Blyth discovers a hidden magical society. When he partners with Edwin Courcey, a magician, they unravel secrets and battle unexpected threats. The plot intertwines magic, mystery, and romance as they navigate their roles in this extraordinary world.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske is praised for its enchanting world-building and charming blend of fantasy and romance. Readers appreciate the witty dialogue and compelling chemistry between characters. However, some critique the pacing as uneven and feel the plot can be predictable. Overall, it's deemed a delightful escapade for fans of magical adventures.
Who Should Read A Marvellous Light?
Readers who enjoy A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske likely appreciate historical fantasy with LGBTQ+ romance, akin to similar intricate world-building and charm found in Susanna Clarke's Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell or Naomi Novik's Uprooted, blending magic and societal elements.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Historical Fiction
Romance
History: World
LGBTQ
Edwardian Era
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Identity: Gender
Identity: Sexuality