The Society of Unknowable Objects by Gareth Brown
A Masterpiece of Magic and Mayhem
Gareth Brown has done it again! After the pure magic of The Book of Doors, I immediately dove into this second novel and became an instant, lifelong fan. This author is a master painter, splashing genuine magic and wonder onto every page.
Brown doesn’t just put his characters in danger—he propels them into high-stakes, breathless situations that kept me firmly on the edge of my seat from the first chapter to the last. While the anxiety was real, the characters were so deeply likable that I simply couldn’t stop turning pages. I tried to guess the plot twists, but time and again, Brown brilliantly delivered shocks that defied my predictions.
The pacing is relentless and pitch-perfect. Once the conflict ignites, it’s a series of heart-pounding moments—a boom, next thing escalation that mirrors the best elements of his first book. I especially loved watching Magda’s transformation. She evolves from a writer hiding in her fictional worlds to someone bravely living the life she always dreamed of, finally getting closer to her mother’s spirit. The final scene was a beautiful payoff.
Though a standalone story, the connection to The Book of Doors’s universe is a delightful Easter egg for returning readers and a tempting hint for newcomers. I would instantly recommend this five-star magical adventure to anyone looking for a truly unique and captivating concept. The covers? Always stunning and perfectly matched to the story. Thank you, Gareth Brown, for a book that let me happily disappear for hours.
Pro Tip: If you haven’t started, The Book of Doors is available on Kindle Unlimited—go experience the magic!
