Disappearing Nightly
by Laura Resnick
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Author: Laura ResnickEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-12-01
ISBN: 0373802331
Number of pages: 312
Publisher: Luna
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Book Review: (3.5) Fluffy and Fun
Summary: 4 Stars
_Disappearing Nightly_ is a lot of fun. It was just what I needed after reading a couple of really dark novels.
Both the heroine and the plot are highly original in the urban fantasy subgenre. Esther is a struggling actress, not a hard-boiled vigilante. No vampires or werewolves appear in her story, either as antagonists or love interests. Esther is the understudy to pop star Golly Gee in "Sorcerer!", a musical that revolves around stage magic. One night Golly vanishes as planned--but doesn't reappear. Esther pokes around to find out what might have happened to Golly, and learns that magician's assistants are disappearing all over New York City. Esther may be next if she can't solve the mystery.
Meanwhile, she's joined by a hilarious cast of supporting characters, and there's a love interest too, in the form of hunky cop Connor Lopez. The romance isn't very fleshed-out, but I think the author intends to develop that subplot further in future novels. The mystery plot, however, is brought to a full resolution. _Disappearing Nightly_ can stand on its own.
This is essentially a mystery novel, with plenty of twists and red herrings both magical and mundane. The style is light and funny, and it's a quick read. Recommended if you're looking for some fluffy urban-fantasy fun; this could be a great book for a lazy summer day.
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