Where the Library Hides

by Isabel Ibañez
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Good Books rating 3.67
Historical Fiction
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  • ID: 3011
  • Added: 2025-10-16
  • Updated: 2025-10-16
  • ISBN: 9781250823007
  • Publisher: Wednesday Books
  • Published: 2024-11-05
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Inez Olivera's journey takes her to 19th-century Egypt, where she seeks answers about her parents' mysterious deaths. Her search leads her into a world of peril, heartache, and ancient magic that pulls her deep into the past. With her inheritance at stake, she must consider a daunting option: marriage to Whitford Hayes, a former British soldier and her uncle's aide de camp, who harbors secrets of his own. As Inez navigates this treacherous path, she finds herself drawn to Whit, despite his enigmatic nature and the danger his plans pose. Set against the lush backdrop of Egypt, this historical fantasy weaves together adventure, romance, and a rivals-to-lovers dynamic that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

Reviews
Meg's Book Rack · 2025-07-04
enjoyable 3.00

The reviewer found the story entertaining and enjoyed continuing Inez's journey, though it wasn't as captivating as the first book in the series.

Meg's Book Rack reviewer enjoyed the continuation of Inez's story, finding it entertaining overall. However, they noted that it didn't quite live up to the captivation they felt with the first book in the series. The reviewer appreciates the effort in the storytelling and the characters, even if the second installment didn't fully match the high bar set by the first. It's a book that they are glad they continued with, despite some slight disappointments.

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    This was an entertaining story

    I'm glad I continued on with Inez's story

    I didn't find this quite as captivating as I did What the River Knows

Good, Bad and Unread · 2024-12-09
excellent 4.50

The reviewer highly recommends this duology for fans of historical fantasy and Egyptian history, praising the twists and turns that keep the reader engaged.

The reviewer from Good, Bad and Unread is highly enthusiastic about this duology, especially recommending it to fans of historical fantasy and Egyptian history. They highlight the numerous twists and turns that make the book a compelling read. The reviewer seems to appreciate the blend of mystery and history, making it a must-read for those interested in these genres. The book's ability to keep the reader on the edge of their seat is a major selling point.

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    If you like The Mummy, Death on the Nile, and mystery and Egyptian history, this duology is a must read

    There're so many twists in both books that keep you on your toes

    This duology is truly everything I love about historical fantasy

The Library Ladies · Serena · 2024-11-06
entertaining 3.50

The reviewer found some plot points unbelievable but overall enjoyed the story and could lose themselves in it. They appreciated the immersive qualities of the book.

Serena's review highlights that while there were some plot points that stretched credibility, she was still able to get lost in the story. She mentions that the book's immersive qualities made it enjoyable despite these flaws. The reviewer seems to appreciate the effort put into creating a compelling narrative, even if every element didn't fully resonate with her. Overall, it's a book that she found entertaining and worth continuing with the series.

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    There were still some plot points that I found unlikely to the point of disbelief

    I was mostly able to lose myself in the inertia of the story

    I enjoyed the immersive qualities of the book

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