A review by livinliterary
A Fragile Enchantment by Allison Saft

adventurous mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Allison Saft’s A Fragile Enchantment offers a beautifully imagined world and an intriguing premise, but while the book had its moments, it fell short of fully delivering on its potential.

The setting is enchanting, with a magical system that comes at a deadly cost to its users—a concept I adore. Saft includes some LGBTQI+ representation, though it’s only lightly touched upon.

The romance between the main characters had its sweet moments, but overall, it didn’t feel developed enough to make me fully invested. While there were a few cute scenes, the connection between the characters wasn’t strong enough to be entirely believable.

The abrupt and unsatisfactory ending left me feeling unfulfilled, as it didn’t tie up the threads of the story in a satisfying way. While A Fragile Enchantment had its highlights and a charming foundation, it ultimately didn’t leave the lasting impression I’d hoped for.

If you enjoy soft, atmospheric fantasy with a touch of romance and don’t mind a slower pace, this book might still be worth exploring.