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devynreadsnovels's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Death, Gaslighting, Grief, Murder, Body horror, Physical abuse, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail
clarabooksit's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
This has truly gorgeous art and I loved the diversity of characters. Unfortunately, everything outside of the art fell flat for me. The story is underdeveloped and none of the characters have a personality.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping
Moderate: Violence, Grief, Body horror, and Toxic friendship
oddduck's review
medium-paced
5.0
Sometimes when I just pull a book off the shelf at the library, I hit the jackpot. This was one of those times. What a gorgeous and delightful book.
I absolutely loved the art style. It was beautiful and the colors were stunning. The character designs were excellent, the backgrounds were exquisite, and really just everything was to die for. I'd honestly say this book is worth picking up just to look at the art.
But the story was really good to! The mystery is super interesting and there's way more to it than we initially think. I think my favorite kind of mystery is one where we think we've got an idea, and then the character learns something that completely changes everything. I'm also a sucker for long buried secrets, curse breaking, and learning the truth behind tall tales that may or may not have some basis in reality, which are all important parts to this mystery. Plus, we've got some interesting characters along for the ride, including a variety of animal companions. It's been so long since I've seen witch-focused media that includes familiars.
And that's just one aspect of the worldbuilding that I really liked. The lore behind the school is fascinating, and there are some tantalizing references to what witch-culture is like outside of the school too. Honestly, I'd love more books set in this world! I want to know more about the Coven, and why there are so many Younwity's.
I absolutely loved the art style. It was beautiful and the colors were stunning. The character designs were excellent, the backgrounds were exquisite, and really just everything was to die for. I'd honestly say this book is worth picking up just to look at the art.
But the story was really good to! The mystery is super interesting and there's way more to it than we initially think. I think my favorite kind of mystery is one where we think we've got an idea, and then the character learns something that completely changes everything. I'm also a sucker for long buried secrets, curse breaking, and learning the truth behind tall tales that may or may not have some basis in reality, which are all important parts to this mystery. Plus, we've got some interesting characters along for the ride, including a variety of animal companions. It's been so long since I've seen witch-focused media that includes familiars.
And that's just one aspect of the worldbuilding that I really liked. The lore behind the school is fascinating, and there are some tantalizing references to what witch-culture is like outside of the school too. Honestly, I'd love more books set in this world! I want to know more about the Coven, and why there are so many Younwity's.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief, Blood, and Kidnapping
Minor: Bullying, Toxic friendship, and Body horror
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