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chris_reads's review against another edition
dark
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abortion, Domestic abuse, Blood, Misogyny, and Rape
Moderate: Pregnancy, Suicide attempt, Violence, Car accident, Emotional abuse, and Incest
Minor: Medical content, Religious bigotry, Drug abuse, Xenophobia, Dysphoria, and Murder
alexalala's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I read this book on a whim and it did NOT disappoint. First I want to say - please check the trigger warnings. I was so excited to read this book that I didn't check them and I really regretted not preparing myself for what was inside.
Altha is a lone woman in the 17th century on trial for witchcraft. Violet is a wealthy, sheltered daughter who yearns to know more about her mother, her only connection a love of nature. Kate is a modern-day woman escaping an abusive relationship. They all share blood and a strange connection to the natural world as they try to make it through their respective times.
The pacing was very well done, I was constantly on the edge of my seat. Each narrative ended on a minor cliffhanger, but I would become totally enraptured in the next narrative instead of wishing to just get through it. The prose was beautiful, yet readable, which makes it a perfect book for most readers who are looking for sophistication and entertainment. Each woman went through a powerful, female experience that had me feeling very connected to them.
I ADORED this book. Each of the narratives was interesting and I was rooting for the women. I loved their connection to nature and their personalities. Altha in particular became powerful to me at the end of the book when we discover what she did. Violet was a girl after my own heart, and her story really resonated with my experiences. Kate was inspiring and I loved her ending.
You will like this book if you like: the natural world, witchy vibes, magical realism, feminine power, multiple POVs, and revenge.
Altha is a lone woman in the 17th century on trial for witchcraft. Violet is a wealthy, sheltered daughter who yearns to know more about her mother, her only connection a love of nature. Kate is a modern-day woman escaping an abusive relationship. They all share blood and a strange connection to the natural world as they try to make it through their respective times.
The pacing was very well done, I was constantly on the edge of my seat. Each narrative ended on a minor cliffhanger, but I would become totally enraptured in the next narrative instead of wishing to just get through it. The prose was beautiful, yet readable, which makes it a perfect book for most readers who are looking for sophistication and entertainment. Each woman went through a powerful, female experience that had me feeling very connected to them.
I ADORED this book. Each of the narratives was interesting and I was rooting for the women. I loved their connection to nature and their personalities. Altha in particular became powerful to me at the end of the book when we discover what she did. Violet was a girl after my own heart, and her story really resonated with my experiences. Kate was inspiring and I loved her ending.
You will like this book if you like: the natural world, witchy vibes, magical realism, feminine power, multiple POVs, and revenge.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Car accident, Sexual assault, Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Physical abuse, Gore, Miscarriage, Rape, Abortion, Blood, Drug abuse, Pregnancy, Self harm, and Sexual violence
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