Reviews

Wildseed Witch by Marti Dumas

lilacs4b's review

adventurous 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

4.75

scoutthepages's review

DNF @27%

Cute aesthetic, absolutely love the representation. Just kind of an overdone plot. Won't rate because I didn't finish and am not an own-voices reviewer. Would have loved this as a teen though!

callme_tippy's review

5.0

This was such an enjoyable read!
I loved everything about this from the main character, to the world building, to the relationships built and everything in between.I can't wait to read the second installment in this series and explore more with Hasani.
Plus the cover of this book is beautiful!

ssinforshort's review

4.0

A young Black witch coming of age story. It was cute and engrossing. I'll definitely read the second book.

adrienned28's review against another edition

medium-paced

3.5

vanessamariebooks's review

3.0

3.5 stars. Full review here: https://youtu.be/bBHsJX6wcDM

apopgirly's review

4.0

I was not sure if I was going to like this book but I loved the concept of a witch school full of black girls FROM LOUISIANA especially when tech is involved because it just makes it more interesting for me personally. The main character wants to become a Youtuber which is pretty accurate since it is set now. It reminds me sort of like Harry Potter but better and there is no sorting hat stuff. The reasoning for Hasani to accept the offer to go to the summer school (I am still trying to figure out what exactly it is because it is only 6 weeks long) is because she was told she can make it big after graduating but beyond that she is also trying to make her parents get back together. The morals that the story is telling underneath it all that you have to ask for your community for help and lean into them. That you cannot fix other people’s problems all the time it is not your place to make those calls. Not everyone will be your friend and that is okay but there will be people out there who will be. SAY YOU ARE SORRY WHEN YOU MESS UP!!! Also work towards being and doing better after you apologize but remember you will mess up again and again that doesn’t mean you're a bad person or not trying. This book was so good and I WILL be buying the second one.

chantalsbookstuff's review

3.0

Thank you Netgalley and RB Media for this audiobook Arc.

A very modern take on a young girls life. Hasani is the top youtuber of her age, parents are split up with a new step. Mother looming in, and the discovery that she has magic in her veins throws some really hard life choices her way.

This book will be big with all the young little girls out there that love a bit of fantasy. A really good read with loads of little teaching moments.

neighborhoodbeanreads's review against another edition

adventurous hopeful

3.5

bf9288's review

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective 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

5.0

I enjoyed this book. The story revolves around a young YouTube influencer named Hasani, who discovers she is a witch. She learns to navigate her powers and charm at a special school. Throughout the book, Hasani learns the importance of using her powers responsibly and being a good friend. She stays true to herself. Hasani learned to give herself grace and move forward through her mistakes. This book would be great for young girls today, as it portrays a strong female protagonist who learns valuable life lessons about responsibility, friendship, and self-acceptance. Also, the book is well-written, engaging, and suitable for readers of all ages.