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4.08 AVERAGE
4.08 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Thank you to Netgalley and Penguin Random House for sending me this ARC!
I wasn't expecting to enjoy this as much as I did, it was such a fun read! All of the main characters and side characters had depth and didn't fall flat like they so often can, which made it so much easier to read.
Alonso was my favourite from his first POV - he is my sweet, misunderstood boy, and I will defend him for life. He better be safe in book two, or I will riot! I felt like the progression of friendship between the main three happened at the right pace and didn't feel forced, and the group chat chapters were a great addition! The banter had me giggling; it worked so well and felt like a natural text chain between friends.
Overall, an excellent debut novel, and I cannot wait for book 2!
I wasn't expecting to enjoy this as much as I did, it was such a fun read! All of the main characters and side characters had depth and didn't fall flat like they so often can, which made it so much easier to read.
Alonso was my favourite from his first POV - he is my sweet, misunderstood boy, and I will defend him for life. He better be safe in book two, or I will riot! I felt like the progression of friendship between the main three happened at the right pace and didn't feel forced, and the group chat chapters were a great addition! The banter had me giggling; it worked so well and felt like a natural text chain between friends.
Overall, an excellent debut novel, and I cannot wait for book 2!
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
adventurous
mysterious
“Magic has demands that must be met.”
This was a fun read and I loved the small town setting. I did get a bit confused with the family members at first but luckily the book had family trees which helped! It’s urban fantasy and a bit of a mix with mystery. Think feuding families, witches and curses! I think I would’ve liked a bit more depth to the magic but hopefully that’ll come in the next book. I would say that others might think this book is a little predictable but it didn’t really bother me.
I enjoyed that we got 3 povs as it definitely helped to get to know them better. It’s interesting to see the character’s group interactions as they all have such different personalities. It was great to see them working together and growing closer. They have their ups and downs but they work as a good team when needed!
First there’s Penny Emberly, the girl who stays out of trouble. She keeps her head down as her mum is often gossiped about. It’s great to see her grow in confidence throughout the book. Alonso De Luca is from a families of witches who lost their magic years ago due to a decades old incident. He’s dark and mysterious on the outside but has a lot more depth when you get to know him. Corey Barrion has been living his whole life with his family’s curse hanging over him. He is a typical golden boy but his life is not what it seems.
The book does have a slight love triangle but I think there’s one clearer choice. The romance was sweet and cute. The last pages weren’t AS exciting as I had hoped. I think I was just sort of expecting a few more reveals but when I read the last line I did eagerly turn the page only to be greeted by the acknowledgments 🫨😫 I enjoyed the book and am curious how the second book will go!
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
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
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-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
This was a fun read, the ending was a tad predictable. Interested enough to read the sequel.
medium-paced
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
NO WORDS TO EXPLAIN HOW MUCH I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!
As a teen, this book made me connect to the fmc in so many ways. The angst and slow burn were to die forrrr.
The ending..( I need the next book)
As a teen, this book made me connect to the fmc in so many ways. The angst and slow burn were to die forrrr.
The ending..( I need the next book)