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The Magic City

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eimearinwicklow · 13 Oct 2026, 07:10 UTC

Keeping The Magic City on my list. Is it one to read in short sittings or would you save it for a quiet weekend?

roisinnolan · 13 Oct 2026, 20:10 UTC

Eimear, that is what I like about a shortlist. It makes me stop endlessly browsing and actually choose.

grainne.burke · 13 Oct 2026, 11:10 UTC

The Magic City is one I am weighing up. Could someone add a spoiler-free note about the opening? That is usually what helps me choose.

fionninwicklow · 14 Oct 2026, 01:10 UTC

Grainne, that is a good way of choosing. I tend to match the pick to the evening as well.

cianinmayo · 13 Oct 2026, 15:10 UTC

For anyone considering The Magic City: Keeping this on the list for a quieter evening rather than trying to squeeze it in.