You need to sign in or sign up before continuing.
Take a photo of a barcode or cover
3.82 AVERAGE
3.82 AVERAGE
"Show them what you can do."
Witchy is set in a world where magical ability is indicated by the length of one's hair. After watching her father burned for his abilities, Nev's used a spell to hide the incredible length of her hair.
There are so many cool elements of this story, and I really wished they all came together in a way that worked for me as a reader. Despite being intrigued by the magical system, I struggled to engage with the story or the characters. It's the first book in a series and I wish a little more time had been given to developing characters to let us get to know them better.
It's the debut graphic novel from this artist. I'd be curious to see future projects from them because I do think there are some great ideas here, but I don't think I'll be continuing this particular series. Still, I can see other readers really enjoying it.
Witchy is set in a world where magical ability is indicated by the length of one's hair. After watching her father burned for his abilities, Nev's used a spell to hide the incredible length of her hair.
There are so many cool elements of this story, and I really wished they all came together in a way that worked for me as a reader. Despite being intrigued by the magical system, I struggled to engage with the story or the characters. It's the first book in a series and I wish a little more time had been given to developing characters to let us get to know them better.
It's the debut graphic novel from this artist. I'd be curious to see future projects from them because I do think there are some great ideas here, but I don't think I'll be continuing this particular series. Still, I can see other readers really enjoying it.
I very much super loved this book! The plot! The characters! The diversity! The world building! The art!
This books was literally all that. It was so well written, and packed a lot of story into not a lot of pages without making it feel like the plot was being shoved down my throat. All of the characters are so interesting and unique and very much left me wanting more. I really loved the journey of growth that the main character went on and now it wasn't easy for her to get over her trauma, and that no one expected her to.
The art style in this book is GORGEOUS and carries so much of the story on its own. I was so fascinated by all of the little details that were included!
I genuinely cannot wait to read the next book in this series and learn more about the world, the Big Bad, and our delightful main character (along with her sidekick Banana who is a sassy king!!!).
This books was literally all that. It was so well written, and packed a lot of story into not a lot of pages without making it feel like the plot was being shoved down my throat. All of the characters are so interesting and unique and very much left me wanting more. I really loved the journey of growth that the main character went on and now it wasn't easy for her to get over her trauma, and that no one expected her to.
The art style in this book is GORGEOUS and carries so much of the story on its own. I was so fascinated by all of the little details that were included!
I genuinely cannot wait to read the next book in this series and learn more about the world, the Big Bad, and our delightful main character (along with her sidekick Banana who is a sassy king!!!).
adventurous
fast-paced
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
sad
tense
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia
Moderate: Grief, Death of parent
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
adventurous
emotional
tense
fast-paced
I wanted to read this graphic novel because I loved the cover and the synopsis sounded interesting. I thought I would enjoy this more than I did. This was just an average read for me. I liked the artwork but it wasn’t my favorite and the story was interesting but some of the dialogue was blank on this proof copy so that made it difficult to enjoy all of the plot. I did think this was a pretty unique story and I liked the fantasy setting but unfortunately I didn’t really enjoy this one.
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I NEED A PART 2!! I absolutely loved this graphic novel about young Nyneve as they navigate living in this magical world where the strength of your magic is determined by the length of your hair. It’s a coming-of-age narrative, a rumination on belonging, identity, and finding your power, but it’s also about living in fear because of things outwith has your control, and so much more! I loved it! Can’t wait to read more from Ariel Slamet Ries.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia, Death of parent
I labelled a content warning as transphobia because there is a scene in which one character is misgendered by the rulers of the magic system, and has to make her case as to why she belongs in the female room.