Not that I didn't read a few grizzly scenes in books at a young age, but I'll say that they did leave an impression in a not entirely good way. I would think kids of all ages would be intrigued by this book, but under age 10 it might be a little much at times. That said, I did feel that there were some mature themes/gritty moments that would be scary or have a shocking effect on young kids. I'm 28, and I went into this book realizing it was a YA novel. I enjoyed how the author tied some local historical roots to the supernatural aspect of the story. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?
It was nice to see a character built up to believably embody what the author claims her to be, instead of just sticking a supernatural label on a character who behaves and thinks like an entirely average human being. I also enjoyed moments when the author would delve into Serafina's deeper, emotional thoughts and draw out the fact that this girl (SLIGHT SPOILER ALERT) is not quite normal and has an unusual way of thinking, seeing, and reacting to the world. It was exciting to listen to the book and know which room they were in, or what was entirely made up. I was personally intrigued because I grew up/still live nearby the Biltmore Estate, and it has been a place I hold dear to my heart my whole life. What did you love best about Serafina and the Black Cloak? In order to save the children of Biltmore, Serafina must seek the answers that will unlock the puzzle of her past. There she discovers a forgotten legacy of magic - one that is bound to her own identity. Serafina's hunt leads her into the very forest that she has been taught to fear. Braeden and Serafina must uncover the man in the black cloak's true identity before all of the children vanish one by one.
Following her own harrowing escape, Serafina risks everything by joining forces with Braeden Vanderbilt, the young nephew of the Biltmore's owners. She has learned to sneak and hide.īut when children at the estate start disappearing, only Serafina knows who the culprit is: a terrifying man in a black cloak who stalks Biltmore's corridors at night. None of the rich folk upstairs know that Serafina exists she and her pa, the estate's maintenance man, have lived in the basement for as long as Serafina can remember. There's plenty to explore in her grand home, but she must take care to never be seen. Serafina has never had a reason to disobey her pa and venture beyond the grounds of Biltmore Estate. "Never go into the deep parts of the forest, for there are many dangers there, and they will ensnare your soul."
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