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The Hidden Palace

464 pages 2021 Historical Fantasy, Literary Fiction ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Clean Standalone
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The Vibe

The golem and the jinni navigate the early 20th century โ€” WWI, the Syrian Mandate, the rise of anti-immigrant sentiment. New supernatural beings arrive. Old enemies return. Wecker expands her world across two decades and two continents with the same atmospheric grace.

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Clean โ€” mythic literary fiction.

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Is This Book for You?

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Ending: Satisfying
Pacing: Medium

What This Book Feels Like

Moods: Sweeping Political Mythic Emotional

Tropes: WWI Supernatural Beings Identity Historical Sweep

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to read book 1?

Essential โ€” direct sequel.

Is it as good?

Wider scope โ€” many consider it an improvement.

Is it the final book?

Currently, yes โ€” though the world supports more.

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