Characters come to life.
590047
The Orphan X series appeals to the inner hero in all of us. Hurwitz writesin such vivid detail that the characters come to life in this action packed novel that I couldn't put down.  Waiting anxiously for the next adventure (novel) to arrive in the mail!
2749508
The premise is interesting, the plot is intriguing, and the characters from history come to life. All in all, a very good read.
930978
Interesting character study and how perception frames events.
3816903
I enjoyed reading this book very much. The cast of characters is varied and each add to the developing story.
1344979
The plot is engaging and the story is told in a way that immersed me in the lives of the characters. Very enjoyable read
4872273
The back and forth between the two characters and the reactions they have are to good.
3345570
This story is one that almost anyone could imagine themselves involved in.  There are many unlikely characters getting involved with each other that have little in common, or so it seems, but later on many things reveal themselves in pleasant surprises and other times are bittersweet situations.  I fully intend on reading this again.
4795870
Great job of painting a picture and putting the reader in that time.  The characters are very believable and it is interesting to follow them through this journey.
889591
The action is well paced and the people are well developed. Now the true story will begin as there is a lot of different plots going on at once.
2643653
Some cool characters. Seeing how each go through what's going on. How they deal with things. I can see this being a movie or two.
4612743
An enjoyable introduction to a cast of rich characters with wonderful twists and turns. The magical mechanism of Luxin brings a unique twist to this fantasy world, color and conjuration capturing our imagination.
3857150
Really enjoyed reading the authors work using this setting. Also, a great ensemble of characters to go with it. A good read.
1534780
Lots of historical material make rich settings to create challenges that the characters struggle with. Unlikely friendships and genuine feelings that each character displays brings this story to life. I highly recommend this book.
502215
The mystery and intrique are enhanced by the familiar fictional characters mixed with historical people and events.  A fun read.
1626674
This book has interesting, characters that come straight from life as well as from imagination.  Seeing the circumstances through different eyes and in different time frames added to the intrigue.  The story catches one up and doesn't let go.
1574381
The characters come to life as you read the book.  The story is well developed.  My only complaint is the length.  It ends before I am ready to stop reading.
1699001
The author elegantly describes the different characters so that the reader connects with those most flawed. The story takes turns not expected.