I really enjoyed this book. I recently read another book that involved the French Revolution (Madame Tussaud by Michelle Moran). This book really felt like a YA version of that Adult book. While I did really like it, there were some things that I have mixed feelings about. 
 The main character Andi is not one of my favorites. While I understood the way the character was written, I never really felt connected. Her story is only barely fleshed out in this novel. Yes, she grows, but I wanted so much more insight into her character. 
 The history in this novel is impeccable. I loved it. I really felt transported into the 17th century. I actually forced my husband to not talk to me, so I could really immerse myself. It may be because I absolutely adore everything to do with the French Revolution, the good, bad and ugly. As a historical novel, this is fantastic. 
 It really is the side story that was just ok for me. I didn't enjoy the twist much, and felt it was the easiest way for the author to conclude the story. While she did try to make Andi relevant with angst, drugs, and depression it felt contrived. There are some flaws and inconsistencies. I also still have some unresolved questions, but none of this came from the historical aspect of this novel. So I can overlook those. 
 All in all, it's a slow starter, but once you get immersed into the Revolution you won't want to stop. Many will find that the historical part of this novel is intoxicating, where as the modern day weaving may not appeal to all. The research is there and done very well. Because of that alone, I thoroughly enjoyed myself and gave it another star. 
 "The world goes on stupid and brutal, but I do not. Can't you see? I do not?"