I don't even know where to start with this book. What a beautifully written, intricate fantasy story, steeped in Jewish history and folklore. After reading this, and falling in love with her writing style, I will definitely be checking out Rena Rossner's other book.

In the forests of Hungary, King Solomon's descendants live in peace, honing their magic and performing miracles for their town. Rabbi Isaac and his three daughters are very gifted when it comes to magic, each daughter having a unique gift - one has a way with nature, one has a way with the stars, and one has a way with fire. When a black fog starts creeping into the forests and towns, the town turns against Rabbi Isaac and his family, forcing them to flee and abandon their way of life. Leaving behind the people they love and the religion they've long practiced, the daughters have to adapt to this new, simple farm life. Each has her own way of secretly practicing their magic, and it leads to some surprising events.

It's hard not to spoil anything when describing this book, so I'll just say if you enjoy magic, folklore, historical fiction, and families who can rise in times of struggle, this is the book for you. Each daughter was so different from the other, and each had a hand in the events leading up to their flight from town. The magic in this book was unlike any I've previously read about, and it was so thoroughly described that it was easy to imagine it as real. I loved how each of the daughters slowly let their personality shine and their magic grow. The supporting characters were also at times surprising and delightful. Overall, I will definitely be reading more from this author!

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