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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
lighthearted
Honestly wanted to love this as I'm a huge cosy fantasy fan but I'm bored and have no clue as to what's going on or why!
Cat Dragon is a cozy fantasy that includes a witch and Cat Dragons and a whole bunch of other magical characters.
I’ve had so much fun joining Aloysia and Hollis on their adventures.
The world they’re from is full of so many different magical creatures and talking pumpkins, which had me laughing away. It was fun trying to imagine everything that was going on.
This author brought us a world that was built up so beautifully, you could clearly see in your mind the world of Tangleroot.
I’ll definitely be giving more of her books a read in the future though. The storyline was great as were the characters.
I’ve had so much fun joining Aloysia and Hollis on their adventures.
The world they’re from is full of so many different magical creatures and talking pumpkins, which had me laughing away. It was fun trying to imagine everything that was going on.
This author brought us a world that was built up so beautifully, you could clearly see in your mind the world of Tangleroot.
I’ll definitely be giving more of her books a read in the future though. The storyline was great as were the characters.
Aloysia has never felt like a REAL witch. She has never found her familiar and with her bestie on the Elders council, she's been left feeling a bit...flat. But with the worlds Guardian returning, along with its Shepherd, who just happens to be Aloysia's nemesis, she gets another chance to bond with a familiar.
Things just go from bad to worse after that. Not only does Aloysia get her long awaited familiar, she and Hollis have to undertake an epic journey to save the world's magic.
Tangleroot Valley is a cosy, friendly, magically aware community and it seems like the perfect place to live. But it has its share of annoying neighbours who make life difficult for Aloysia. The secondary characters of Crow and Littlewick are scene stealers. And that big finale scene brought a tear or two I'll admit.
The romance with Hollis is very gentle and it could have been omitted all together and wouldn't really change the storyline at all. The pacing was a wee bit off on occasion and some of the scenes felt a tad disjointed but I still enjoyed the story and I'd read more adventures set in this world.
Things just go from bad to worse after that. Not only does Aloysia get her long awaited familiar, she and Hollis have to undertake an epic journey to save the world's magic.
Tangleroot Valley is a cosy, friendly, magically aware community and it seems like the perfect place to live. But it has its share of annoying neighbours who make life difficult for Aloysia. The secondary characters of Crow and Littlewick are scene stealers. And that big finale scene brought a tear or two I'll admit.
The romance with Hollis is very gentle and it could have been omitted all together and wouldn't really change the storyline at all. The pacing was a wee bit off on occasion and some of the scenes felt a tad disjointed but I still enjoyed the story and I'd read more adventures set in this world.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
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
Thank you to One More Chapter Harpercollins for providing me the eArc via netgalley.
I would rate this book 3.75☆ it was the perfect read to get me into the Autumn/spooky season mood!
This is a cosy fantasy novel with a hint of slow burn romance where we follow the FMC Aloysia who is a witch with the ultimate goal to bond with a Cat Dragon. However she definitely gets more than she bargained for when she ends up on a quest to save the Guardian of Tangleroot Valley before the magical well runs out.
This book was an easy read and a wholesome one at that, I loved the world building and the character arc of Aloysia. She makes many acquaintances along the way which are loveable in their own way and become friends with the FMC. Of course I absolutely loved the adorable side kick characters of the cat dragons and the crow and the banter that is shared between them.
If you love Autumn, Cats, Dragons and spooky season you will absolutely love this book!
I would rate this book 3.75☆ it was the perfect read to get me into the Autumn/spooky season mood!
This is a cosy fantasy novel with a hint of slow burn romance where we follow the FMC Aloysia who is a witch with the ultimate goal to bond with a Cat Dragon. However she definitely gets more than she bargained for when she ends up on a quest to save the Guardian of Tangleroot Valley before the magical well runs out.
This book was an easy read and a wholesome one at that, I loved the world building and the character arc of Aloysia. She makes many acquaintances along the way which are loveable in their own way and become friends with the FMC. Of course I absolutely loved the adorable side kick characters of the cat dragons and the crow and the banter that is shared between them.
If you love Autumn, Cats, Dragons and spooky season you will absolutely love this book!
adventurous
hopeful
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
This is another top-tier cosy fantasy read AFAIC. That perfect balance between loveable characters, cosy setting, but still some decent stakes!
I had a really fun time with this. It was cosy and whimsical but with high stakes and a storyline that kept me invested throughout.
I liked Aloysia. She was flawed and therefore relatable, and I found the concept of her not having found her cat dragon familiar, when a witch usually finds them at age 8, a really interesting one. I would have liked to have seen this explored more – from the title I did anticipate this being a bigger feature of the storyline – but I really liked the cat dragons we were introduced to, and I want my own Littlewick! The relationships with the animal companions – cat dragons and Crow – were done so well. The bonds felt realistic and I was intrigued by how these relationships varied depending on the personalities of each person and the companion they were bonded to.
I also really liked Hollis. I must admit that I was expecting someone awful from the descriptions of him by Aloysia and her best friend Ivy (Hollis’ sister). I clearly got caught in the trap of taking a sibling and their friends’ perspective as set in stone. The way that Hollis cared was a joy to see and I enjoyed the development of his and Aloysia’s relationship. Again, it felt real, despite the situation they found themselves in.
While this did have cosy elements, it was much higher stakes than I initially anticipated, and filled with just the right amount of tension and action to keep me fully engaged. The story was a little bit confusing at times, but it felt fresh and original and I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Aloysia, Hollis and the gang. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to someone looking for a cosy-ish, quirky fantasy with a strong found family element, interesting magic system and well-developed romance.
With thanks to One More Chapter and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this eARC in advance of publication for an honest review.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
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:
Complicated
adventurous
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
Cat Dragon had all the makings of a cozy fantasy I usually enjoy. The characters were likeable, the magical creatures were charming, and the world was soft and whimsical. The seasonal magic and the idea of bonding with a familiar felt full of promise and reminded me why I love books like The Spellshop.
Unfortunately, the execution did not quite work for me.
While it was undeniably cozy, the tone often felt too childish which made it difficult to fully connect with the story. The writing was overly flowery at times and disrupted the pacing which already felt a little too slow in places.
I did enjoy the final third of the book more than the beginning. Once the quest started to progress and the animal characters had more focus I found myself more invested. Littlewick was a definite highlight and added heart and humour to the story.
The romance felt underdeveloped and abrupt. It came out of nowhere and lacked the emotional build-up I was hoping for. It had potential but never quite delivered.
Cat Dragon has a lovely premise and a strong cozy aesthetic, but it struggled to hold my attention. There were sweet moments and standout characters, but overall it felt like a missed opportunity.