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rachminick's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Violence and Murder
Moderate: Child abuse
Minor: Confinement, Emotional abuse, Animal cruelty, and Death of parent
thetattooedlibrarian's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This story is enchanting and sweet. It reminded me of The House in the Cerulean Sea minus the children.
Moderate: Physical abuse and Emotional abuse
TWbellebookcorner's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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
4.0
“Beauty is just like a book. Some will not bother to look beyond the cover; others will find the entire tome utterly captivating.”
The perfect combination of historical fiction, fantasy and a touch of both mystery and romance!
I love how the author makes these enchanted house that should feel creepy and scare people like a haunted house should be feels magical and playful instead, because of the magic that plays a huge part in the story.
Great writing style which describe the world building and parts of the house vividly, makes it easier to envision these places.
The magic system is also fascinating, there’s so many different type of powers. While it might feel a bit overwhelming at first, but you’ll remember it easily as the story goes.
Both main andside characters are well developed and easy to connect with.
I love the banter between the main characters (Merritt and Hulda) – how different they are but ended up getting along together.
My favorite part of the story would be the found family aspect and the enchanted Whimbrel House which just liven up the story with its pranks set for the characters that live in there.
The twist near the ending is very unexpected because I guess the wrong villain, I thought that one person was the villain in disguise when in fact it’s the other one!
Overall, this is a great and enjoyable read!
I would read the second book immediately to continue the story and find out more about Merritt’s power and family. I wish there would be more romantic interaction between Merritt and Hulda cause I love seeing both of them!
I received an advanced review copy for free through Netgalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Huge thank you to the publisher and the author!
Graphic: Body horror and Murder
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, and Emotional abuse
c_m_hoffman's review
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Child abuse
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Minor: Death of parent
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