Originally reviewed at Christa's Hooked on Books 
 This book, like the first in the series, in a perfect example of down right gorgeous writing. Each line dripped with beautiful prose. You really felt like you were being swept away, not only into another time period, but to a whole other world. 
 One of the best things about this book is Jane. She is such a wonderful, headstrong heroine. I loved how determined she was and how willing she was to fight for those she loved. Belgium, during the time of Napoleon was not the safest place for anyone, let alone an English couple but Jane refuses to run away when things get dangerous. She knowingly puts herself in harm's way in order to help those around her. Her bravery was something I could respect, so even those times where I didn't agree with her decision, I still supported because I could see her intentions were noble. 
 Jane is wonderful, but the real star of this novel is the glamour. For those who haven't read book one, glamour is a type of magic, which people can be trained in and is used for artistic creations. It's almost like painting with magic. I am absolutely infatuated with glamour. I wish I could be a glamourist. I would quit my job tomorrow if it was a real thing. Similar to how salt in the Gilly Salt Sisters, the glamour plays such a central and important role, it's almost like a character itself. There's nothing like and you'll quickly find yourself enraptured with it. 
 Glamour in Glass, (and Shades of Milk and Honey) are often described as Jane Austen with a magical touch. This is an apt description. The setting and descriptions of society, echo Jane Austen and similar writers perfectly but Mary Robinette Kowal expertly mixes just the right amount of magic and fantasy to make this a completely unique reading experience. And don't worry if you're not a Jane Austen fan, there's plenty here for non fans as well. 
 Final recommendation: Read this series. It's beautiful and magical and you won't be disappointed.