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weronine's review against another edition
1.0
I don't know if it's me or this book is so bad but I just couldn't stand it. The ending didn't satisfy me and the whole plot could've been put in less pages. The only thing I quite liked was the language.
But still - The Furies didn't suprise me and it'll be better to forget this book as soon as possible.
But still - The Furies didn't suprise me and it'll be better to forget this book as soon as possible.
bookishwithwine's review against another edition
3.0
Have you ever seen The Craft? It’s a movie from 1996 about a new girl who falls in line with a trio of outcasts teenage girls who practice witchcraft.
I could not get the movie out of my head while reading this book. There are so many similarities, but the one thing that does set the movie and this book apart is murder.
There was something off about Violet’s character. She just didn’t seem to care. She survived the car accident that killed her little sister and her dad, but she didn’t seem to be bothered by it. Her mom on the other hand become a basket case and didn’t really keep track of her daughter except to enroll her in the academy.
Right when Violet met Robin, Grace and Alex you knew she was going to be drawn into whatever they were doing. They said she had an uncanny resemblance to missing student Emily. Emily and Robin had been best friends before she vanished, and Violet did not want her found. She was Robin’s best friend now, and if they did find her it would ruin everything. Creepy clingy anyone?!
I found this book hard to follow. The parts in the book where I wanted more of an explanation there wasn’t one. Other parts where they didn’t need to explain more, it dragged on.
The only thing I was really curious about with this book is finding out what happened to Emily. You will find out, and it’s not the direction I was going, but it was a nice little twist.
I could not get the movie out of my head while reading this book. There are so many similarities, but the one thing that does set the movie and this book apart is murder.
There was something off about Violet’s character. She just didn’t seem to care. She survived the car accident that killed her little sister and her dad, but she didn’t seem to be bothered by it. Her mom on the other hand become a basket case and didn’t really keep track of her daughter except to enroll her in the academy.
Right when Violet met Robin, Grace and Alex you knew she was going to be drawn into whatever they were doing. They said she had an uncanny resemblance to missing student Emily. Emily and Robin had been best friends before she vanished, and Violet did not want her found. She was Robin’s best friend now, and if they did find her it would ruin everything. Creepy clingy anyone?!
I found this book hard to follow. The parts in the book where I wanted more of an explanation there wasn’t one. Other parts where they didn’t need to explain more, it dragged on.
The only thing I was really curious about with this book is finding out what happened to Emily. You will find out, and it’s not the direction I was going, but it was a nice little twist.
someonetookit's review against another edition
4.0
OK so I will keep this short and sweet. The Furies is a masterpiece that if it isnt The Craft fanfic, its most definitely has a very strong resemblance in places to one of my favourite movies of all time and well and truly fills the shoes of a well crafted homage.
Each character has its place in the tried and tested group of four strong teens who make up the headlining cast in this one. The the snobby one, the new girl, the weirdo and the tagger along who has an opinion but is just a little sheeple.
The pace stays relatively fast in the majority of places, only slowing down for artistic effect.
If you are a person who does not condone underage drinking, drug use and illegal behaviour, this novel may not be for you. Also of note is a lowkey rape (its not graphic, its more a plot device), inappropriate behaviour towards a minor and animal sacrifice.
Overall its a well written exploration of teenage angst and the perils of interfering in business that doesnt concern you.
If you want to read more of my thoughts, you can find them at #thefuries by Katie Lowe is the perfect exploration into teenage angst and the problems that can arise when you meddle with the wrong peoples business.
It felt like an homage to one of my favourite 90's movies and I would def read it again
if you want to read more of my thoughts, you can find them at https://someonetookit.wordpress.com/2019/11/03/the-furies-katie-lowe/
Each character has its place in the tried and tested group of four strong teens who make up the headlining cast in this one. The the snobby one, the new girl, the weirdo and the tagger along who has an opinion but is just a little sheeple.
The pace stays relatively fast in the majority of places, only slowing down for artistic effect.
If you are a person who does not condone underage drinking, drug use and illegal behaviour, this novel may not be for you. Also of note is a lowkey rape (its not graphic, its more a plot device), inappropriate behaviour towards a minor and animal sacrifice.
Overall its a well written exploration of teenage angst and the perils of interfering in business that doesnt concern you.
If you want to read more of my thoughts, you can find them at #thefuries by Katie Lowe is the perfect exploration into teenage angst and the problems that can arise when you meddle with the wrong peoples business.
It felt like an homage to one of my favourite 90's movies and I would def read it again
if you want to read more of my thoughts, you can find them at https://someonetookit.wordpress.com/2019/11/03/the-furies-katie-lowe/
ella026's review against another edition
3.0
I received an advanced reading copy from HaperCollins in exchange for an honest review.
The Furies satisfied my craving for witchy lesbians and secret clubs with the cool art teacher. My favourite parts of this book were the lectures said cool art teacher (Annabel). They delved into obscures but fascinating women from history like Artemisia Gentieschi and the story behind her powerful painting of Judith Slaying Holofernes. The structure of the narrative was quite interesting too, with it being written by Violet the protagonist when she is older and now a teacher at the school. The older Violet’s commentary can be quite funny at times and also adds a level of ambiguity. Even in the years after the events at the school Violet still struggles to make sense of what happened and if certain forces were really in effect.
Overall I really enjoyed the beautiful writing that some might find a tad overdone but I’ve always been a sucker for flowery prose, and the sinister atmosphere entrenched throughout the novel. The Furies is perfect for fans of The Craft, The Moth Diaries and The Secret History.
The Furies satisfied my craving for witchy lesbians and secret clubs with the cool art teacher. My favourite parts of this book were the lectures said cool art teacher (Annabel). They delved into obscures but fascinating women from history like Artemisia Gentieschi and the story behind her powerful painting of Judith Slaying Holofernes. The structure of the narrative was quite interesting too, with it being written by Violet the protagonist when she is older and now a teacher at the school. The older Violet’s commentary can be quite funny at times and also adds a level of ambiguity. Even in the years after the events at the school Violet still struggles to make sense of what happened and if certain forces were really in effect.
Overall I really enjoyed the beautiful writing that some might find a tad overdone but I’ve always been a sucker for flowery prose, and the sinister atmosphere entrenched throughout the novel. The Furies is perfect for fans of The Craft, The Moth Diaries and The Secret History.
grace_ezri's review against another edition
3.75
This book started out a bit cheesy and reading very young. But as the book progressed I got more and more invested. I absolutely loved the magical aspect to it. The complex female friendships were so fascinating to read about and I'm drawn to books with that theme. Although the main character seemed a bit blah she didn't have much of a personality and remained generic throughout. What was happening to her was fascinating she wasn't. Ultimately a fun read but nothing that a huge impact on me good or bad.
madisonbell_'s review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty and Animal death
hecatesaconitum's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
zooloo1983's review against another edition
2.0
I think this is the lowest rating I have ever given for a book. So much so that I am not putting this on my blog. I am so disappointed with this book and had it not been for the fact I had to read this, I would have DNF it.
This had so much promise, the promise of witchcraft and magic and THE CRAFT!! So many comparisons, but I can't fathom why.
None of this worked for me even when it kicked off at the end I had no idea why it was kicking off. It all felt very disjointed, and I got lost multiple times in the audiobook.
I had no idea who has done what and why it was done and I don't know if I even believe what I was told. Even the bits I was excited to read about, like the witches and their history didn't work, it just plodded along a little bit slowly and just a bit dull.
I felt all the girls did was get drunk and take drugs, which I don't care if they were doing something more. The secret group etc, none of it was utilised and I am just really sad this fell flat for me.
Oh well, on to the next book
This had so much promise, the promise of witchcraft and magic and THE CRAFT!! So many comparisons, but I can't fathom why.
None of this worked for me even when it kicked off at the end I had no idea why it was kicking off. It all felt very disjointed, and I got lost multiple times in the audiobook.
I had no idea who has done what and why it was done and I don't know if I even believe what I was told. Even the bits I was excited to read about, like the witches and their history didn't work, it just plodded along a little bit slowly and just a bit dull.
I felt all the girls did was get drunk and take drugs, which I don't care if they were doing something more. The secret group etc, none of it was utilised and I am just really sad this fell flat for me.
Oh well, on to the next book