Story: 10/10 The House in Fata Morganas story is like a beautiful setting for a play. At its core this light novel is a tragic love story spanning multiple generations. As the narrative progresses more and more layers are revealed unveiling a masterfully constructed literary complexion permeated with myriad nuances and perfectly polished to give the viewer a deep sense of satisfaction when each of its mysteries are uncovered. Each story arc is intricately woven into the overarching plot leading to a revelation that will leave you awestruck and emotionally moved. Throughout the story you will be confronted with thoughtprovoking themes of fate hope identity revenge forgiveness and most prominently love. Its avantgarde method of storytelling was perfectly executed. The prose is poetic though unlike a picturesque Shakespearean tragedy. Its raw harsh and unembellished. Humans can be deplorable and Fata Morgana does not hide this fact. Though unforgiving in this regard the juxtaposition of pure sorrow and unparalleled happiness is what got me invested in the series. The only aspect of this LN that people may find undesirable is its slowpaced writing requires much patience. However this is necessary to build up the storys masterful climaxes. Characters: 10/10 The most compelling part of Fata Morgana is its characters. They are complex multidimensional and beautifully developed. The characterization is subtle yet profound mainly through small talk and other forms of dialogue. From this process you eventually learn to know the characters deeply and personally. You understand their idiosyncrasies and characteristics and they become more than pixels on a screen. You start empathizing with them feeling their pain and even crying. Some of my favorite moments in the story were casual small talk. These brief moments of happiness made everything so much more painful to see it all crumble. They may seem insignificant to some but without them the story would lose any weight it would be utterly superficial. But the depth the characters bring to Fata Morgana is what makes it so evocative. The main character in particular is my favorite person in all fiction. And not because hes perfect hes far from it. But its through his individuality flaws and shortcomings and how he tries to overcome them that you begin to see him as a human. The same goes for Jacopo who sometimes isnt even a good person. But its through his circumstances and flaws that we see aminor spoilerssurprisingly timid man and a great character. Finally while I cant say much about the antagonist I will say they have one of the most tragic backstories ever. Overall I cant praise the characters in this story enough. They aptly portray concepts like insanity grief greed and love. The relationships they form are filled with joy and heartbreak leaving a lasting impact on the viewer long after you finish reading. Visuals: 9/10 Everything from the beautiful covers to the fantastic illustrations this light novel looks great perfectly complementing the exceptional story. Enjoyment: 10/10 Fata Morgana was entirely enthralling not once did I find myself bored or disinterested especially towards the latter half of the LN. The suspense was practically palpable keeping you on the edge of your seat. However this light novel can be gutwrenching and hard to read. But while the story is full of sorrow and suffering that only amplifies and adds more worth to the moments of ecstasy and happiness. After all a tale devoid of tragedy and contention is nothing but a superficial fantasy. Conclusion The House in Fata Morgana is an experience. An experience you wont see replicated anywhere else in fiction. An experience spanning a millennium. An experience drenched in tragedy and tribulation. An experience permeated by love and joy. Its not something youll forget in weeks months or even years. Its not ephemeral and will leave a lasting impression on those who embark on this journey through time and space delivering an unforgettable remarkable literary tale.