A rich, imaginative and atmospheric novel set in an alternative mid-20th century England, where south London is taken up with a sprawling immersive theatre production that has been running non-stop for centuries. The premise is fantastic, the writing magical and the pacing just perfect. I highly recommend.32 s Natalie all_books_great_and_small 2,434 123

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via the publishers.

The Theatre of Glass and Shadows is a dark and spellbinding read full of mystery and intrigue.
Juliet has recently lost her father and has always been kept in the dark about her real mother and life before she can remember. She goes in search of discovering if her mother is really dead and where she came from and is certain that she came from the Theatre District where a show commences every hour of every day and has been going for centuries. When a performer takes her hand within one of the shows, Juliets life gets flipped upside down. She can finally be a part of something she's always longed for but there's a price to being part of the show - she cannot tell anyone, reveal herself as her character in the show or become close to anyone outside of it. As Juliet gets more involved in the show, she begins to suspect something is very off kilter, and her determination to discover the truth becomes a game of smoke and mirrors as well as cat and mouse....
The atmosphere of the theatre and the show is incredible and so atmospheric, giving dark undertones to the story. The mystery elements were very well woven, and I loved the contrast of characters and the mysteriousness of the performers.
From how the story ended, I have a sneaking suspicion that this won't be the last we see of the theatre district nor the end of Juliets story! And if I'm right, I honestly can't wait to read the next instalment.
If you love Caraval, this is definitely a book for you.14 s AndiReads1,291 143

Do you remember as a child when you believed in a bit of everyday magic? Maybe it was the Sunday Disney night program or when you believed MAYBE there was another world inside your wardrobe?

The Theatre of Glass and Shadow brings that magic! Emboldened with a thread of the excitement of Broadway, you can feel the energy and expectation in the Theatre District's Show.

The Show, is an ongoing, for centuries, program of dancing and mystery and acting and more that draw in the public of London for entertainment nightly. The district is a labyrinth of walksways and hallways and no show is ever the same, all controlled by The Director and Choreographer.

Our protagonist is suffering in a Cinderella type situation. Juliet years to learn more about her real mother as her stepmother treats her dreadfully. Following the death of her father she is pulled towards the Theatre District to find out more about her birth. What she finds is beautiful, complex and beguiling. When a performer offers his hand to her, the choice is hers to take it or walk away.

Join Juliet in the Theatre of Glass and Shadows, you will be bewitched and enchanted and leave wanting more!
.#black&whitepublishing #BlackandWhitePublishing #thetheatreofglassandshadow #annecorlett3 s Nicki MarkusAuthor 56 books286

The Theatre of Glass and Shadow had a slow start for me, but after about 50 pages I got into the story. The idea of the Theatre District was fascinating, and it was fun to learn more about it as we followed Juliet's own journey of discovery. It was a novel with rich description, so you got a great sense of the detail in each scene. I also d the mystery elements at first. However, I felt the story lost its way a little towards the end. After the slow start, the ending felt rushed as the author tried to tie off as many of the loose threads as possible, and with one reveal coming hot on the heels of another they began to loose impact. I nevertheless found it an enjoyable read and it was certainly a fresh idea that was mostly well presented. I am therefore giving it four stars. Recommended if you magical realism with a darker, almost-thriller edge.

I received this book as a free eBook ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. 3 s Wendy(Wendyreadsbooks) Robey1,154 65


Full of intrigue and darkness, this is a story of mystery and illusion. Juliet’s story seems unremarkable at first until she finds out about her links to the Theatre district and sets out to discover her history and heritage.
Slow to get going, i thought the uncovering of the darkness behind the scenes of the show was cleverly written. I thought the descriptions of the theatre world were detailed and imaginative and gave the feeling of never quite knowing what was happening.
As Juliet learnt more of the secrets it became obvious that the darkness was threatening to spill into danger and I enjoyed seeing her eyes open to the illusion. 2 s Catherine Makin76 9

This book follows Juliet, her mother died when she was a baby and she was brought up by her emotionally distant father and cold step mother. Juliet has never felt loved. When her father passes away, she learns her birth was registered in the District and, desperate with the promise this new knowledge offers, travels to London. Here she hopes to unearth the truth about her mother’s death and her father’s years of silence-and finally belong.
I enjoyed this book more than I thought I would. I enjoyed getting to know Juliet, and all the other characters.2 s Zarina985 153

Review first published to my blog: https://www.pagetostage.com/20...

I did not feel an instant connection to our protagonist, but as Juliet ventures on her single-minded mission for the truth we start to understand her. Her naivety, her curiosity, and her carelessness as her search for answers turns more desperate and dangerous. And, let's be honest, it's difficult for a character to not be overshadowed by a setting when it's one as otherworldly as the District.

One of the reasons I moved to London (many, many years ago) was for the wealth of theatre I'd have on my doorstep. And while I've seen some fantastic productions and performers throughout the years, nothing comes close to the spectacle of the show within this book. It sounds absolutely wondrous and I wish it was possible to see it with my own eyes. It's no surprise it has had such an avid following throughout the centuries and even people who've never been, Juliet, are dazzled from far away. As soon as she steps foot in the District and experiences her first show, I was sold too.

Author Anne Corlett cleverly lifts the curtain on the District just enough for readers to be just as swept away by the impossible as the audiences attending the show. She hooks them in with the promise of revealing what's truly happening backstage, without giving everything away at once. It keeps readers on their toes just as much as Juliet, when she's navigating the hidden passageways and doors that make up the the theatre's intricate foundations.

Theatre of Glass and Shadows is exciting, dangerous, and completely engrossing. It's as much the story of the District as it is that of Juliet; the secrets of the show connected to Juliet's past in more ways than one. I was utterly enthralled, particularly when we meet key players, such the enigmatic Director and some of the performers. That's when murmurs of the truth start to ripple throughout the pages, keeping readers on the edge of their seat as it cascades into the explosive finale. It's absolutely magical. 1 Neha Garg (thereadingowl_)212 50

The Theatre Of Glass And Shadows is a smoke and shadows story of an imagined Theatre District in the heart of London. It runs on secrets and speculations. There are fans who have their own theories about the place, how the show is structured, and how to be a closer part of it.
Juliet has always believed that her life should mean more. That she deserves to be loved and welcomed. So when she discovers a connection to the Theatre Dustrict on her father’s death, she tries to find a place to belong. But she gets involved in something much bigger, something much darker, and fatal.

I d this story. It took me a while to get into it but after the first 100 pages, I found myself reaching for the book and trying to see what happened to Juliet. It has a slow start and things feel disjointed to begin with but once it clicks, it plays out smoothly.

I think the highlight for me was the theatre district itself. With its numerous rooms, dark passages, seceret doors, and mysterious characters, it was very atmospheric. It made me want to live it and experience it.

My biggest let down was Juliet’s character. She was exasperating. I wanted to give her a good shake to see good sense and see the people for who they were.

The suspense is nice. Its slightly predictable but the scale is enormous and impressive. I feel this book had a lot of potential. With a little polish and a faster narrative, it would have grabbed another star from me.

For now, it is 3.5
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