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lakecake's review against another edition
4.0
This series has such a comprehensive overview of the metaphysical and witchcraft, while never seeming like it's too much. The characters are realistic and well-written and the relationships develop at a good pace and very naturally. For a cozy, these can get kind of graphic but it doesn't bother me. I'm glad that lily is being allowed to grow into her powers and her confidence. I'm also pleased that it doesn't seem that the potential love triangle is going to be drawn out as it can be in some series.
haf59's review against another edition
3.0
Book 5 of Blackwell's witchcraft mystery series. There are witches and demons and various acts of supernatural mayhem and there are old clothes and (this time) there are bits of old jewelry and there is romance and coziness. Oh, there are familiars, too. The thing I really noticed in this one was that back in 2013, when this title was published, the author did include a paragraph calling attention to the waste inherent in the fashion industry, and briefly sketching the life cycle of a tee shirt. Food for thought, my friends. Food for thought.
fluffymao's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The bits between Lily and her father really messed with me, particularly since my relationship with my own father isn't the best. Brought up bad memories. But it's a good book overall.
caitkom's review against another edition
4.0
I forgot how much I enjoyed this series! I think one of my favorite aspects is that Lily is able to pick up vibes and information from textiles. She runs a vintage clothing store in San Francisco and has found herself enmeshed in a fair share of homicide cases, having only been in the Bay Area for a couple months. In this one, she is enjoying a trip to an antique jewelry fair, when she recognizes Griselda, a jewelry vendor as a fellow witch. She purchases some items from Griselda, and is shocked when she later finds Griselda dead. This book felt like it had some pivotal moments in it, with the introduction of Lily's dad, and the return of both Aidan and Sailor. Lily learns that there is powerful demon running around San Francisco, reeking havoc and attempting to kill witches all around the city. Lily works with Detective Ramirez to track down the killer.
violetwillow's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
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
3.75
staticdisplay's review against another edition
4.0
this is a fun series! I wouldn't want to do magic the way Lily does, but it's fun to read about her expertise. I also think it's very cool the author is a social worker - some of that shines through in the writing. with a series like this, the character keeps getting more and more powerful over time, accumulating also powerful friends and items, which means the author has to craft bigger and bigger threats. that can be tough to maneuver. so far, it hasn't gotten too out of hand. I prefer Lily's gal pal moments over Oscar moments (I don't like Oscar much), and it seemed like there were less of both in this.
catladylover94's review against another edition
5.0
love this series she just keeps getting better, and I love her and her since of humor
annabelle42688's review against another edition
mysterious
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
4.0
Another interesting witchy mystery.
asanford's review against another edition
4.0
This is such a fun series and I am excited to keep reading - but the books checked out. I loved the end and the relationships keep making me laugh.