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By Mark Flanagan, About.com Guide to Contemporary Literature since 2003

Book Review Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke

Wednesday September 8, 2004
Jonathan Strange & Mr. NorrellTwo magicians shall appear in England. The first shall fear me; the second shall long to behold me…

Susanna Clarke's breakthrough novel of magic in 19th Century England has gotten a lot of attention in the press with comparisons to Harry Potter and unabashed praise from author, Neil Gaiman. Are we to believe the hype?

Read Brian Houle's review of Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell and find out!

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