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elreagan's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
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
4.0
beckyyreadss's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
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
4.0
The first book was gifted to me from the book club that I am involved in, and this series have been on my TBR for ages, so I wanted to carry on with the series after the first book.
This book is still based on Maeve Chambers who we met in the last book, she and her friends have revealed their powers and banded together as a coven: Roe can pick locks, Lily sends sparks flying, Maeve can read minds and Fiona can heal any injuries. And even better than their newfound talents? Roe and Maeve are officially together. But with strange things happening at school, and old enemies appearing in new places, it soon becomes clear their powers are attracting all the wrong attention. It's not long before Maeve’s gift start to wane, drained by someone – or something – that's hiding even from her second sight.
The storyline was very strong, and it was an easy and interesting read. Maeve is such a badass even for how confused she can be during this book. I loved that Fiona was such a supportive best friend even when Maeve was ready to give up. The LGBT aspect of this book warms my heart with the love stories and how it was still a big part of this book and wasn’t just brushed under the carpet. I liked that Lily was becoming more of a character and was a complete badass. The conversation about mental health with Fiona and Lily was so important especially in a YA book. I loved the fact that Aaron had the change of character and hopefully he stays that way, though I still don’t trust him.
I missed the tarot cards aspect bit of it during this book because everyone had these powers, and it was all about the group dynamic. Also, who decides to gift a teenager a building that’s a school. That’s just messed up. The cliffhanger was mean, and the mystery of what is going to happen next and who is going to get rid of the Well, makes me want to read the next book in the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Religious bigotry, and Homophobia
Moderate: Transphobia, Death, and Deadnaming
Minor: Sexual assault
_aoibheann_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
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
1.0
ultraaaviolet's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
ava_a07's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
My second Caroline O’Donoghue book, and she had not disappointed me yet! She shines light on many largely known topics but also puts them differently, shows a new perspective on them. The plot is really interesting and I can’t wait to read the next book!
maddieisbookish's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
ineslts's review against another edition
4.0
A great sequel to a great story!
I'm very happy I was able to buy the third book at the same time that I bought the second, because I am really looking forward to getting my hands on the rest of this story.
Do you remember how it started, or was it just a story?
I'm very happy I was able to buy the third book at the same time that I bought the second, because I am really looking forward to getting my hands on the rest of this story.
Do you remember how it started, or was it just a story?
beckydr's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
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
For years I've been unable to grab on to either series' or YA so it came as a surprise when I picked up Caroline O Donahue's foray into the genre that I loved it enough to continue on. The characters are so well rounded, and Maeve's teenageness isn't irritating, it's grounded in a well explored and likeable character. Ro's journey in this book is also fantastic, playing with the process of growing up vs belief in magic. Also I'm a simple woman I like teen witch stuff. This is my Irish Buffy.
novaturient_bibliophile's review against another edition
4.75
First of all, Maeve was still annoying. Especially towards the beginning of the book. I could not stand her. That’s really my only complaint, though. I love how the relationships developed and deepened and stood up to tests. The new characters (Manon and Miss Banbury) as well as the less developed characters (Lily, Aaron and Nuala) are all so beautifully multi-faceted as well. And the book is startlingly dark too, when compared to the cover art (and that’s why you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover). Even when the plot wasn’t the best, I still found the book to be a captivating read. I was hooked, from beginning to end. And the title is so clever!
Plot-wise, it reminds me of the Raven Cycle by Maggie Stiefvater, but in terms of the characters and relationships, it reminds me of Alice Oseman’s books.
Plot-wise, it reminds me of the Raven Cycle by Maggie Stiefvater, but in terms of the characters and relationships, it reminds me of Alice Oseman’s books.