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brittradomski's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
bibliojojo's review against another edition
5.0
Shadowhunters Meets Hogwarts! I guarantee if you are either a Cassandra Clare or Harry Potter fan (or both!) you will fall in love with A Legacy Witch. (Spellcasters Spy Academy Book 1)
Odette Dane is a witch who has wanted to attend Spellcaster Academy since as long as she can remember. The only problem is that her parents, the infamous Dane's, who graduated from the Academy, wanted her to lead a normal life so they didn't allow her to use her magic much. However that is not stopping Odette (or Odie) from following her dream. As their daughter she is known as a Legacy Witch and is guaranteed a spot based on that alone. Spellcaster graduates go on to eventually spy for the PIA, the Paranormal Intelligence Agency, and that is Odie's dream.
As soon as Odette steps foot inside the hallowed halls the intrigue, secrets, bullying, romance, friendships and adventures begin. (Everything you expect in school, right?) Since Odette's magic is rusty and basically non-existent, her academics start of poorly and she finds herself at the bottom of her class. In addition, many of her fellow classmates despise and ridicule her for getting admitted as a Legacy instead of "testing in."
When it seems as though Odette will have nothing but struggles she meets her suite mate, Evanora (Eva) Proctor and they become fast friends, BFF's you might say. Hunter Wardell, Eva's crush, befriends Odette as well and they always have her back, often helping with her magic and trying to find the answers to the questions Odette is seeking. Eventually Hunter's HOT cousin Alex, who captured Odie's eye from the beginning, has a change of heart towards her.
Not only are the students enrolled in classes such as Basics of Demonology, and Battle Magic, they are in Physical Conditioning strengthening themselves and thier magic for thier upcoming first year trials, in the hopes of passing and not being culled. As they are focused on their studies everything takes a turn for the worse as their classmates begin showing up dead.
Can they learn fast enough to pass the trials? Can they figure out the reason for their classmate's deaths? Will Odette's magic ever be enough or will she be among the culled?
I honestly devoured this book as I fell in love with all the characters, the outstanding storyline, the plot twists, not to mention Spellcaster Academy itself! If you love vampires, demons, faes, adventures, deaths, love stories and want to be transported into their magical world I highly recommend this book! I am already anxiously awaiting book #2 A Rebel Witch.
***I was given the incredible opportunity to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review.***
Odette Dane is a witch who has wanted to attend Spellcaster Academy since as long as she can remember. The only problem is that her parents, the infamous Dane's, who graduated from the Academy, wanted her to lead a normal life so they didn't allow her to use her magic much. However that is not stopping Odette (or Odie) from following her dream. As their daughter she is known as a Legacy Witch and is guaranteed a spot based on that alone. Spellcaster graduates go on to eventually spy for the PIA, the Paranormal Intelligence Agency, and that is Odie's dream.
As soon as Odette steps foot inside the hallowed halls the intrigue, secrets, bullying, romance, friendships and adventures begin. (Everything you expect in school, right?) Since Odette's magic is rusty and basically non-existent, her academics start of poorly and she finds herself at the bottom of her class. In addition, many of her fellow classmates despise and ridicule her for getting admitted as a Legacy instead of "testing in."
When it seems as though Odette will have nothing but struggles she meets her suite mate, Evanora (Eva) Proctor and they become fast friends, BFF's you might say. Hunter Wardell, Eva's crush, befriends Odette as well and they always have her back, often helping with her magic and trying to find the answers to the questions Odette is seeking. Eventually Hunter's HOT cousin Alex, who captured Odie's eye from the beginning, has a change of heart towards her.
Not only are the students enrolled in classes such as Basics of Demonology, and Battle Magic, they are in Physical Conditioning strengthening themselves and thier magic for thier upcoming first year trials, in the hopes of passing and not being culled. As they are focused on their studies everything takes a turn for the worse as their classmates begin showing up dead.
Can they learn fast enough to pass the trials? Can they figure out the reason for their classmate's deaths? Will Odette's magic ever be enough or will she be among the culled?
I honestly devoured this book as I fell in love with all the characters, the outstanding storyline, the plot twists, not to mention Spellcaster Academy itself! If you love vampires, demons, faes, adventures, deaths, love stories and want to be transported into their magical world I highly recommend this book! I am already anxiously awaiting book #2 A Rebel Witch.
***I was given the incredible opportunity to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review.***
s_mart1_reads's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed the story and academy setting and the various creatures in the world. I found some plot lines entirely predictable, which was fine and didn’t hinder my enjoyment. My biggest issue was how entitled the MC is. She is instantly ostracized by most of her classmates for being Legacy and doesn’t see the problem. I found myself more empathetic to Diana. The other thing that was off for me was Odie’s boyfriend constantly calling her “sweets.” I don’t know anyone who talks like that, especially at 18, and I cringed every single time. All in all this was a quick, enjoyable read.
ashykhaira's review
5.0
Odette Dane is interested in following her parents footsteps in the world of espionage.But will she make it?And why is she having trouble accessing her powers?This book is intriguing and draws you in.Its hard to put down once you get into the story and you just want to finish it.WIll keep you up the whole night in suspense
jennine's review
5.0
This was a very enjoyable story with lots of twists and turns, relationship development and magical mystery. Recommended for young adults and those young at heart.
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