Reviews tagging 'Toxic relationship'

The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna

67 reviews

leilah_m's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted reflective relaxing sad fast-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

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, and Emotional abuse

Minor: Death, Homophobia, Racial slurs, and Racism

angelmoo's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

It felt like not a lot happened in this book when it came to the plot but if you like all comfort no hurt reads then this is the book for you. 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Death, Child abuse, Sexual content, Emotional abuse, Racism, and Toxic relationship

dodecashedron's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful inspiring 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? It's complicated

5.0

This book was so cozy!! The characters were so loveable, the stakes low but high enough to be deeply invested.

The magic system is delightful, I loved Mika, Jamie, and everyone else. This is the epitome of found family and it made me all warm and cozy. 

I do feel that I have to warn people, I did she'd a few tears during this book, and I had not expected it and was on a train. So be warned. (they were so worth it though). 

It's also proof that the chipper protagonist gets with grumpy, mean, seemingly uncaring person with heart of gold is not a bad trope, if you actually make sure the person is just grumpy, does like the protagonist and has a heart of gold! Instead of just being awful to the protagonist all the time and then all of a sudden also being in love???

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Abandonment

Moderate: Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Child abuse, Death, and Gaslighting

Minor: Xenophobia, Body horror, and Racism

kappafrog's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious relaxing 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

3.75

The characters and setting were very charming. Sometimes it was a little too sweet for me, bit I got swept up in it anyway. I really enjoyed the magic and witch lore. I liked Mika but especially loved the girls and Ken and Ian. The main drawback holding me back from a better rating is that I found the romance pretty boring and predictable, though there were a few highlights. Jamie was just a character I've seen many times before. That said, I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to a fantasy fan who likes found family and cosy stories.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Child abuse

Minor: Racism, Alcohol, Fire/Fire injury, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, and Abandonment

ktnl22's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective sad fast-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

Loved this book, I borrowed it from my local library and wish I could keep it 😂😊

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Racism, Mental illness, Medical content, Injury/Injury detail, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, and Physical abuse

kaitlinnoodles's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Abandonment, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Toxic relationship

Minor: Confinement, Bullying, Grief, Blood, Alcohol, Child abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Panic attacks/disorders, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Racism, Sexual content, and Violence

kettrickensmiled's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted sad 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? It's complicated

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Toxic relationship, Physical abuse, Death of parent, and Child abuse

heather_harrison's review against another edition

funny 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

5.0

I do not understand how this book is not more popular. Absolutely loved it, like a warm cup of tea for the soul. 

It had good inclusions of; 

• cozy fantasy 
• Grumpy/sunshine 
• Found family 

But it was in no means solely any of the above. 

I loved Mika & Jaime’s romance, and thought it was a good sprinkle of spice (not overwhelming, just a dash of heat). Likewise I thought both of their backstories worked well to complement each other, and give the other what they needed. 

The magic and witchcraft was sweet and enjoyable. The literal embodiment of cozying up with a good book and chai for a midnight read. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death of parent

Minor: Toxic relationship

relin's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

It was sweet and thoughtful with lots of love and kindness

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Abandonment, Grief, and Emotional abuse

Moderate: Toxic relationship and Domestic abuse

Minor: Death of parent

aseel_reads's review against another edition

funny relaxing 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

4.25

Wholesome setting, I liked how the plot finished, wish the love interest was not your stereotypical grumpy man 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Child abuse, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Death, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, and Physical abuse