From the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic comes a sweeping Belle Époque romance rich with love and betrayal, with more than a dash of magic.
'One of the most beautiful books I've read in a long time' MJ Rose, New York Times bestselling author of the Reincarnationalist series
They are the Beautiful Ones, Loisail's most notable socialites, and this spring is Nina's chance to join their ranks, courtesy of her well-connected cousin and his calculating wife. But the Grand Season has just begun and already Nina's debut has gone disastrously awry. She has always struggled to control her telekinesis: the haphazard manifestations of her powers have long made her the subject of gossip - malicious neighbours even call her the Witch of Oldhouse.
But Nina's life is about to change, for there is a new arrival in town: Hector Auvray, the renowned entertainer, who has used his own telekinetic talent to perform for admiring audiences around the world. Nina is dazzled by Hector, for he sees her not as a witch, but ripe with magical potential. Under his tutelage, Nina's talent blossoms - as does her love for the great man.
But great romances are for fairy-tales, and Hector is hiding a secret bitter truth from Nina - and himself - that threatens their courtship.
The Beautiful Ones is a charming tale of love and betrayal and the struggle between conformity and passion, set in a world where scandal is a razor-sharp weapon.
Moreno-Garcia fills her fantastic novel of manners with sumptuous language . . . Readers who enjoyed Mary Robinette Kowal's magical Regency series Glamourist Histories will be particularly enthralled by the genuine emotions evoked in the course of the unsustainable love triangle
- Publishers WeeklyThis novel of manners presents carefully crafted characters with nuanced motivations to rival any Thomas Hardy classic. Moreno-Garcia adeptly captures the ecstatic highs of first love and the bitter disappointments of first heartbreak. Hints of the paranormal and dashes of adventure and feminism are subtly interwoven, making for an unforgettable work
- School Library JournalThis is the third novel I read by Silvia Moreno-Garcia and I loved all of them in different ways: each in a different genre by a chameleon writer with incredible writing skills
- KirkusThe Beautiful Ones is a hauntingly lovely book, romantic and crushing by turns, touched with magic on every level
Moreno-Garcia writes such compelling characters that you are drawn in. This does not take chapters to grip, but mere paragraphs. This is a fantastic skill to have and one that I have witnessed in all her books to far
- SFBook ReviewsAn evocative tale with a considerable emotional heft
- Track of WordsThe Beautiful Ones is a perfect fantasy-historical-romance novel. Just what is needed for a reader looking to escape into a world of fantasy, decadence, and romance
- REWRITE LONDONThis is a clever novel, well written, with all the nuances of 19th century high society on full display. The writing throughout this novel is divine. Poetic at times and infused with the atmosphere of the era . . . a classic storyline with a fresh and unique twist
- THERESA SMITH WRITESShe writes splendidly and she creates remarkable characters. The Beautiful Ones is more than a romance, it's a cold study of wealthy societies and their impact on the people who belong to them
- THE MIDDLE SHELFA beautifully unique novel
- LIBRARY LOOTERThis book was spectacular. I didn't want to finish reading this book too fast because I wanted to savour it as long as I could
- CAFEYREThe characters and the character development were fantastic. If you're in the mood for a Fantasy of Manners, or a romance novel with a dash of the speculative, then this is the novel you should pick up
- JESSTICULATESFull of sweeping drama, unrequited love, passionate devotion, and more than a few objects lifted into the air by the power of the mind, The Beautiful Ones is an entertaining and romantic read
- THE NERD DAILYFast paced and instantly engaging, Not only do I highly recommend reading The Beautiful Ones, but also all of Silvia Moreno-Garcia's work.She is a master of genre and emotion
- READER VORACIOUSLush, vividly described setting and well-rounded characters . . . masterful writing
- YOUR TITA KATEI love how Moreno-Garcia uses descriptive language to build tension and set moods
- HEDWIG’S WORLD OF BOOKSA smart, witty read with classic themes and a beautiful narrative flow
- MANDY McHUGHIf you've ever thought that what Dangerous Liaisons really needed was more Force Adepts, this may very well be the book you've been waiting for
- JAMES NICOLL REVIEWSMoreno-Garcia writes such compelling characters that you are drawn in. Have you ever wanted to read something like Bridgerton, but with characters who can move objects with their minds?
- SF BOOK REVIEWSFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic comes a sweeping Belle Époque romance rich with love and betrayal, with more than a dash of magic.
'One of the most beautiful books I've read in a long time' MJ Rose, New York Times bestselling author of the Reincarnationalist series
They are the Beautiful Ones, Loisail's most notable socialites, and this spring is Nina's chance to join their ranks, courtesy of her well-connected cousin and his calculating wife. But the Grand Season has just begun and already Nina's debut has gone disastrously awry. She has always struggled to control her telekinesis: the haphazard manifestations of her powers have long made her the subject of gossip - malicious neighbours even call her the Witch of Oldhouse.
But Nina's life is about to change, for there is a new arrival in town: Hector Auvray, the renowned entertainer, who has used his own telekinetic talent to perform for admiring audiences around the world. Nina is dazzled by Hector, for he sees her not as a witch, but ripe with magical potential. Under his tutelage, Nina's talent blossoms - as does her love for the great man.
But great romances are for fairy-tales, and Hector is hiding a secret bitter truth from Nina - and himself - that threatens their courtship.
The Beautiful Ones is a charming tale of love and betrayal and the struggle between conformity and passion, set in a world where scandal is a razor-sharp weapon.
Moreno-Garcia fills her fantastic novel of manners with sumptuous language . . . Readers who enjoyed Mary Robinette Kowal's magical Regency series Glamourist Histories will be particularly enthralled by the genuine emotions evoked in the course of the unsustainable love triangle
- Publishers WeeklyThis novel of manners presents carefully crafted characters with nuanced motivations to rival any Thomas Hardy classic. Moreno-Garcia adeptly captures the ecstatic highs of first love and the bitter disappointments of first heartbreak. Hints of the paranormal and dashes of adventure and feminism are subtly interwoven, making for an unforgettable work
- School Library JournalThis is the third novel I read by Silvia Moreno-Garcia and I loved all of them in different ways: each in a different genre by a chameleon writer with incredible writing skills
- KirkusThe Beautiful Ones is a hauntingly lovely book, romantic and crushing by turns, touched with magic on every level
Moreno-Garcia writes such compelling characters that you are drawn in. This does not take chapters to grip, but mere paragraphs. This is a fantastic skill to have and one that I have witnessed in all her books to far
- SFBook ReviewsAn evocative tale with a considerable emotional heft
- Track of WordsThe Beautiful Ones is a perfect fantasy-historical-romance novel. Just what is needed for a reader looking to escape into a world of fantasy, decadence, and romance
- REWRITE LONDONThis is a clever novel, well written, with all the nuances of 19th century high society on full display. The writing throughout this novel is divine. Poetic at times and infused with the atmosphere of the era . . . a classic storyline with a fresh and unique twist
- THERESA SMITH WRITESShe writes splendidly and she creates remarkable characters. The Beautiful Ones is more than a romance, it's a cold study of wealthy societies and their impact on the people who belong to them
- THE MIDDLE SHELFA beautifully unique novel
- LIBRARY LOOTERThis book was spectacular. I didn't want to finish reading this book too fast because I wanted to savour it as long as I could
- CAFEYREThe characters and the character development were fantastic. If you're in the mood for a Fantasy of Manners, or a romance novel with a dash of the speculative, then this is the novel you should pick up
- JESSTICULATESFull of sweeping drama, unrequited love, passionate devotion, and more than a few objects lifted into the air by the power of the mind, The Beautiful Ones is an entertaining and romantic read
- THE NERD DAILYFast paced and instantly engaging, Not only do I highly recommend reading The Beautiful Ones, but also all of Silvia Moreno-Garcia's work.She is a master of genre and emotion
- READER VORACIOUSLush, vividly described setting and well-rounded characters . . . masterful writing
- YOUR TITA KATEI love how Moreno-Garcia uses descriptive language to build tension and set moods
- HEDWIG’S WORLD OF BOOKSA smart, witty read with classic themes and a beautiful narrative flow
- MANDY McHUGHIf you've ever thought that what Dangerous Liaisons really needed was more Force Adepts, this may very well be the book you've been waiting for
- JAMES NICOLL REVIEWSMoreno-Garcia writes such compelling characters that you are drawn in. Have you ever wanted to read something like Bridgerton, but with characters who can move objects with their minds?
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