Indelible

by Adelia Saunders
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Good Books rating 3.33
Magical Realism
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  • ID: 7005
  • Added: 2025-12-08
  • Updated: 2025-12-08
  • ISBN: 9781632863966
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
  • Published: 2017-01-17
  • Reviews: 3

Magdalena has a unique and unsettling ability: she can see the truth about people written on their skin. This gift, or curse, brings her into the life of Neil, whose cheek bears her name. As they unravel the secrets of Neil's family, they travel through Paris archives, American cattle ranches, and Lithuanian apartments, revealing a story that began over half a century ago. Magdalena's extraordinary talent may hold the key to their happiness, but it also forces her to confront the complexities of fate and family secrets. The novel is a masterful debut that blends elements of magical realism with a compelling family drama. It explores themes of identity, destiny, and the stories that define us, all while taking the reader on a journey across different cultures and historical periods. The characters are unforgettable, and their paths converge in a way that feels both chance and inevitable.

Reviews
Jodetopia · 2017-08-19
great 4.00

The reviewer found the book engaging and well-crafted, expressing interest in the author's future works. They appreciated the unique narrative style and the depth of the characters.

The reviewer thoroughly enjoyed Indelible, praising its unique narrative style and the depth of its characters. They found the book to be a solid debut that kept them engaged throughout. The reviewer also expressed interest in keeping an eye on Adelia Saunders' future works, indicating a high level of satisfaction with the book. The reviewer appreciated the intricate plot and the way the author wove together different storylines, creating a cohesive and compelling narrative.

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    Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed Indelible by Adelia Saunders, and rate it a very solid 4/5.

    I'm interested to keep an eye on Adelia Saunders, as this debut novel shows great promise.

    The narrative style is unique and engaging, making it a standout in the literary fiction genre.

Jeannie Zelos Book Reviews · Jeannie Zelos · 2017-03-23
mixed 2.50

The reviewer found the book to be different from what they expected, appreciating its unique qualities but noting that it did not fully meet their expectations.

Jeannie Zelos found Indelible to be a story with a lot of fantastical potential, but it turned out very different from what she expected based on the description. She appreciated the unique qualities of the book but noted that it did not fully meet her expectations. The reviewer's overall sentiment is mixed, highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of the book. She found the narrative style to be engaging but felt that the book could have delved deeper into certain aspects.

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    For me it was a story that had so much fantastical potential but which turned out very different to what I expected from the description.

    I can appreciate the unique qualities of the book, but it did not fully meet my expectations.

    The narrative style is engaging, but the book could have delved deeper into certain aspects.

Just Well Mixed · Jason Lefkowitz · 2016-09-16
good 3.50

The reviewer found the book to be a flawed gem, appreciating its unique qualities despite its imperfections. They enjoyed the reading experience and look forward to more from the author.

Jason Lefkowitz describes Indelible as a flawed gem, noting that it has its imperfections but still sparkles when viewed from the right angle. He enjoyed the reading experience and found the book to be engaging and unique. Despite some flaws, he appreciated the author's storytelling and looks forward to reading more from Adelia Saunders in the future. The reviewer's overall sentiment is positive, highlighting the book's strengths and potential.

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    It's a flawed gem, but hold it up to the light at the right angle and it still sparkles.

    I enjoyed it, and I'm looking forward to reading more from Adelia Saunders.

    The book has its imperfections, but it's still a unique and engaging read.

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