TY to NetGalley for the digital arc
A serious disappointment. I believe the author was trying to capitalize on the Iron Flame/ dragon mythology here and failed . Potential for a fantastical reimagining of the French Revolution BUT… the language was way too NOW and you always knew where the main characters would end up….(“cute” boy meets girl….seriously we’re talking about the French Revolution). Obviously the author envisions a series but the ending was just nonsense.

This was a really imaginative story, and I think the historical setting around it was well done. I will say the pacing wasn't super consistent.

A brilliant fantasy set in the French Revolution which is one of my favourite periods. It features Henri, who bonds with a gargoyle, and he is helped by Mirabeau who was an important person in the Revolution. I loved the story and the characters and I would give more than five stars if it was possible.

I recently read Greg Walters first book in the Alaburg series and was impressed with his fantasy building. The Gargoyles of Notre Dame is another example of his skill in building a fantasy community and filling it with amazing characters. Set during the time of unrest in France, Walters has combined the mystic of the gargoyles with the magic of the era. Another great read by an author I didn't know much about.

Great read. Very vivid. Plot held my attention. The characters were memorable and likeable. Loved the setting and time period