Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with this eArc in exchange for my honest opinion.

City of All Seasons is a richly imaginative science-fantasy story that transports readers to two mirrored worlds: the scorching summer city and the frozen, desolate winter city. At the heart of the story are cousins Jamie and Esther Pike, who uncover family secrets and buried memories as they work to solve the mystery of what tore their once-united city apart. The novel deftly weaves together flashbacks, history, and present-day struggles, creating a world that is as intriguing as it is fractured.

There is so much to love about this book. The concept is fresh and original, with the history of the Pike family standing out as a particularly strong aspect of the narrative. The story moves at a fast pace, keeping the reader constantly engaged as new revelations and twists unfold. It’s an emotionally driven tale, and the vivid descriptions of both the summer and winter cities make the setting feel alive.

That said, the fast pace occasionally worked against the story. Some moments felt rushed, making it difficult to follow or fully appreciate what was happening. I also found the ending a little anticlimactic; while the resolution tied up some threads, I was hoping for a more impactful conclusion. Additionally, a few plot points and elements of the world-building could have been explained or developed more fully, as they left me with lingering questions.

Despite these critiques, I found the story compelling and would recommend it to readers who enjoy fast-paced fantasy with a focus on family, mystery, and emotional depth. While it doesn’t quite achieve its full potential, City of All Seasons is a unique and memorable read that deserves attention.

Thank you NetGalley and Titan Books for this eARC in exchange for an honest review!

I enjoyed a City of All Seasons. That's kind of all I got for this one. I thought the setting was a lot of fun and I enjoyed the two main characters, even if their internal dialogues weren't all that different from each other. I really enjoyed everything about the Pike family and thought that all the glimpses into their past was sometimes more interesting then the dual-cities plotline.

The problem is there a just a lot of small things keeping this read from being a full 5 stars for me. A lot of little plot contrivances that just always had me at arm's reach from the story. None of them stopped me from enjoying the novel, just wished they weren't there to distract me from the things I did really like.

City of All Seasons is such a masterpiece. I rated it 5 stars because it's really THAT good!! Such a good book omg. I recommend everyone to read this book.