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asreadbykat's review
3.0
True Rating: 3.75/5 Stars
Content/Trigger Warnings: Discussion and brief descriptions of death
My Thoughts
I read the first book in this series, "The Haunting of Aveline Jones," in October and fell in love with it. I gave it a 4 out of 5 stars because while it wasn't perfect, it was a perfectly spooky ghost story. I was really excited to check out the rest of the series, and as a follow-up, this one was...mildly disappointing.
"The Bewitching of Aveline Jones" follows Aveline on holiday with her mom, in a small village that has its own circle of "witch stones." While exploring, Aveline meets a young girl named Hazel, who is definitely more than what she seems. Despite being happy to make a new friend, Aveline senses something off with Hazel, and sets out to figure out a way to help her friend.
Despite my lower rating of this book, it's by no means a terrible one. The story still carries the creepiness from the first one, and goes a little of a step further at one particular point. However, it does seem to jump a bit all over the place. There were just certain plot points (such as Aveline being joined by Harold) that take away some of the danger. On top of that, the end of the story was...eh. You're either going to love it, or your going to hate it. It just felt disappointing compared to the ending of the previous one.
Although the book does have some issues for me, it's still a good spooky read for children and briefly touches on some small details about the history of witches that people like to overlook. It's also great that, again, Aveline is helped more by the women around her, as well as her own wits and determination, rather than the men brought in.
I still definitely recommend this book, just don't expect the same level of creepy as the first book.
Content/Trigger Warnings: Discussion and brief descriptions of death
My Thoughts
I read the first book in this series, "The Haunting of Aveline Jones," in October and fell in love with it. I gave it a 4 out of 5 stars because while it wasn't perfect, it was a perfectly spooky ghost story. I was really excited to check out the rest of the series, and as a follow-up, this one was...mildly disappointing.
"The Bewitching of Aveline Jones" follows Aveline on holiday with her mom, in a small village that has its own circle of "witch stones." While exploring, Aveline meets a young girl named Hazel, who is definitely more than what she seems. Despite being happy to make a new friend, Aveline senses something off with Hazel, and sets out to figure out a way to help her friend.
Despite my lower rating of this book, it's by no means a terrible one. The story still carries the creepiness from the first one, and goes a little of a step further at one particular point. However, it does seem to jump a bit all over the place. There were just certain plot points (such as Aveline being joined by Harold) that take away some of the danger. On top of that, the end of the story was...eh. You're either going to love it, or your going to hate it. It just felt disappointing compared to the ending of the previous one.
Although the book does have some issues for me, it's still a good spooky read for children and briefly touches on some small details about the history of witches that people like to overlook. It's also great that, again, Aveline is helped more by the women around her, as well as her own wits and determination, rather than the men brought in.
I still definitely recommend this book, just don't expect the same level of creepy as the first book.
toniewyjdzie's review
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
booktopia_7879's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
mehsi's review
5.0
Aveline is back and this time there are witches and a holiday she will never forget!
I am so hyped that this series keeps on going, because I absolutely LOVED the first book in this series. The covers are so pretty and I cannot wait to see what the next book’s cover will be.
I am tired/not feeling too well, so I will do my best to write a review, but sorry in advance if it is a bit chaotic.
In this book Aveline and her mom are on a holiday, just a lovely sweet holiday to rest and do some fun things. But when Aveline discovers a very awesome stone circle in the nearby field, a strange bottle, and then there is the arrival of an even stranger girl. I knew we were in for a fantastic magical story and I just sat back and watched it all unfold. I loved reading about witches, druids, and stone circles. I do have to say that this one wasn’t as scary as the previous one which made sure I didn’t sleep much. XD
I am not a fan of Hazel. While at times I could see another person underneath the one she shows to the world… I still disliked her and how manipulative she was. I can imagine you may not want to live alone for another x years, but seriously girl, you need to find someone who agrees fully. Not just manipulate your way in, enchanting friends and family, and other things. She makes for a good villain. Yes, I would definitely call her that given her actions. Definitely also adding in the ending and how she behaved there. Holy crap, I feel sorry for her sister. Also cursed for eternity, but making something of her life and trying to do what she can to find a way out.
I am happy that Harold was also part of the gang again and brought with him tons of books and information on everything.
There were a few moments that had me shaking my head. With that bottle. But also later on with the house. Yes, I am keeping it very vague, I just don’t want to spoil anything.
I just flew through this book. Before I knew it I had reached the ending and then I flipped the last page. The author has a really great writing style that keeps you into the story.
I would HIGHLY recommend this book to all! Go read it!
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
I am so hyped that this series keeps on going, because I absolutely LOVED the first book in this series. The covers are so pretty and I cannot wait to see what the next book’s cover will be.
I am tired/not feeling too well, so I will do my best to write a review, but sorry in advance if it is a bit chaotic.
In this book Aveline and her mom are on a holiday, just a lovely sweet holiday to rest and do some fun things. But when Aveline discovers a very awesome stone circle in the nearby field, a strange bottle, and then there is the arrival of an even stranger girl. I knew we were in for a fantastic magical story and I just sat back and watched it all unfold. I loved reading about witches, druids, and stone circles. I do have to say that this one wasn’t as scary as the previous one which made sure I didn’t sleep much. XD
I am not a fan of Hazel. While at times I could see another person underneath the one she shows to the world… I still disliked her and how manipulative she was. I can imagine you may not want to live alone for another x years, but seriously girl, you need to find someone who agrees fully. Not just manipulate your way in, enchanting friends and family, and other things. She makes for a good villain. Yes, I would definitely call her that given her actions. Definitely also adding in the ending and how she behaved there. Holy crap, I feel sorry for her sister. Also cursed for eternity, but making something of her life and trying to do what she can to find a way out.
I am happy that Harold was also part of the gang again and brought with him tons of books and information on everything.
There were a few moments that had me shaking my head. With that bottle. But also later on with the house. Yes, I am keeping it very vague, I just don’t want to spoil anything.
I just flew through this book. Before I knew it I had reached the ending and then I flipped the last page. The author has a really great writing style that keeps you into the story.
I would HIGHLY recommend this book to all! Go read it!
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
matildasouthern's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This book had me on the edge of my seat!
werona's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Super przyjemna rozrywka. Moim zdaniem mniej straszna i mniej klimatyczna niż pierwszy tom, ale nie odbiera jej to niczego. Wiedźmy nie są zbytnio moim klimatem, ale bardzo lubię Adeline.
mels_reads_'s review
4.0
3.5 stars ⭐️
Depois do sucesso do primeiro livro, estava à espera que este fosse igualmente spooky, com o mesmo ambiente de incerteza e que me fizesse ficar com o coração acelerado, tal como fez o primeiro.
Este livro já não foi assim. Já não teve tantos momentos assustadores nem que nos fizessem ficar com “medo” do que aí vinha. A premissa é ótima, só estava à espera que o livro seguisse a linha do primeiro e que fosse spooky também. Acho que tinha as expectativas demasiado elevadas.
De qualquer das formas, foi ótimo voltar a rever as aventuras de Aveline, mesmo que só se apetecesse berrar com ela em algumas alturas
Depois do sucesso do primeiro livro, estava à espera que este fosse igualmente spooky, com o mesmo ambiente de incerteza e que me fizesse ficar com o coração acelerado, tal como fez o primeiro.
Este livro já não foi assim. Já não teve tantos momentos assustadores nem que nos fizessem ficar com “medo” do que aí vinha. A premissa é ótima, só estava à espera que o livro seguisse a linha do primeiro e que fosse spooky também. Acho que tinha as expectativas demasiado elevadas.
De qualquer das formas, foi ótimo voltar a rever as aventuras de Aveline, mesmo que só se apetecesse berrar com ela em algumas alturas
fay144's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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? It's complicated
4.25
siergiejklaudia's review
3.0
3.5/5 loved the include of witches but after reading the amazing previous book i expected more of an eerie autumnal atmosphere