Title: The Rise of the Hotel Dumort
Author: Cassandra Clare
First published July 16, 2013
61 pages, ebook
ISBN: 9781442495609 (ISBN10: 144249560X)
Rating: 3.8
Overview
In the dazzling city of New York, Magnus Bane is living it up in the 1920s. The immortal is soaking in the glamour of the Jazz Age and rubbing shoulders with the upper echelon of society.
The Hotel Dumort is the place to be seen and Magnus is right in the center of it all. However, something sinister may be lurking in the shadows of the glitz and glamour.
Will Magnus be able to uncover the truth before it’s too late? The Rise of the Hotel Dumort is a thrilling tale of mystery and danger in the midst of the most glamorous era in history.
Editoral Review
Cassandra Clare’s The Rise of the Hotel Dumort takes readers on a thrilling journey through the streets of 1920s New York City, exploring themes of love, loss, and betrayal against the backdrop of an emerging vampire war. As an established author in the young adult and fantasy genres, Clare’s latest installment in The Bane Chronicles series showcases her talent for world-building and character development, while also captivating readers with a fast-paced and action-packed storyline.
Set in the aftermath of World War I, The Rise of the Hotel Dumort finds supernatural detective Magnus Bane investigating a series of mysterious deaths within the vampire community. Alongside his loyal protégé Simon Lewis, Magnus navigates the dangerous underworld of the city, uncovering a dark conspiracy that threatens to tear the entire vampire clan apart.
As Magnus races against time to prevent a full-scale war between the vampires and the Shadowhunters, he must also confront his own past and reckon with the consequences of his actions. Throughout the novel, Clare expertly balances the fantastical elements of her world with real-world historical and cultural references, painting a vivid picture of New York City in the Roaring Twenties.
From the glitz and glamour of the speakeasies and jazz clubs to the grit and poverty of the tenement buildings, readers are transported to a rich and immersive setting that adds depth and nuance to the story. At the heart of The Rise of the Hotel Dumort are its well-crafted characters, each with their own distinct voice and motivations.
Magnus Bane, in particular, shines as a complex and multidimensional protagonist, grappling with both his own identity as a bisexual man and the weight of his past mistakes. Similarly, Simon Lewis serves as a relatable and sympathetic narrator, providing a fresh perspective on the Shadowhunter universe.
While the plot of The Rise of the Hotel Dumort may be formulaic and predictable at times, Clare’s expert pacing and attention to detail keep the reader engaged from start to finish. Her witty dialogue and well-timed plot twists ensure that the story never loses momentum or becomes stale.
However, the book is not without its flaws. Some readers may find the romantic subplots to be somewhat contrived or forced, while others may take issue with the lack of diversity among the main characters.
Additionally, the novel’s plot may be confusing for readers unfamiliar with the Shadowhunter universe, making it less accessible to newcomers. Despite these limitations, The Rise of the Hotel Dumort is a must-read for fans of Cassandra Clare’s work, as well as anyone looking for an exciting and well-written supernatural thriller.
With its engaging characters, immersive setting, and expert storytelling, this novel is sure to captivate readers of all ages and interests. Overall, I would rate The Rise of the Hotel Dumort as 4 out of 5 stars.
While it may not be perfect, it is an impressive addition to the Shadowhunter universe and a testament to Cassandra Clare’s skill as a writer.
