Ysabel
Ysabel
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Provence, France • Contemporary
2007
YA
14-18 years
590L
Super Short Summary
In Ysabel by Guy Gavriel Kay, a teenager named Ned Marriner travels to Provence with his father for a photo shoot. There, Ned encounters a mysterious girl and becomes entangled in an ancient conflict. The novel intertwines history and fantasy, exploring themes of identity, family, and the lingering presence of the past.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Nostalgic
Adventurous
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Guy Gavriel Kay's Ysabel blends history and fantasy in a modern setting, praised for its rich descriptions and atmospheric storytelling. Readers appreciate the vivid setting and intricate weaving of past and present. Criticisms include a slower narrative pace and less developed contemporary characters compared to Kay’s historical epics.
Who Should Read Ysabel?
Readers who enjoy Ysabel by Guy Gavriel Kay typically appreciate historical fantasy with a blend of contemporary and ancient worlds. Fans of Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series or Neil Gaiman’s American Gods would find the rich tapestry of myth, history, and suspense engaging. These readers value intricate storytelling and a mystical ambiance.
11,585 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
416
Novel • Fiction
Provence, France • Contemporary
2007
YA
14-18 years
590L
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