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4.15 AVERAGE
4.15 AVERAGE
This was a delightful read through and through. Once I'd started it, I didn't want to put it down - I absolutely love the way Olivia Atwater writes faeries, and found myself completely enchanted by all of the characters, especially Winnie, whose relationship with faerie is something I very much hope is explored further in subsequent books. The spooky atmosphere was captured perfectly and I feel like I can see Witchwood Manor in my mind's eye still after having finished reading.
I think reading Atwater's previous faerie books can help a little with the context of some of the faerie lore - I have only read Half a Soul myself but a lot of the backstory there came across as faintly familiar. However, it's definitely not necessary so anyone who may be looking to dive in here should absolutely do so - this is a fantastic book that everyone should read.
I think reading Atwater's previous faerie books can help a little with the context of some of the faerie lore - I have only read Half a Soul myself but a lot of the backstory there came across as faintly familiar. However, it's definitely not necessary so anyone who may be looking to dive in here should absolutely do so - this is a fantastic book that everyone should read.
adventurous
dark
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
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
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:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Pedophilia
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
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:
No
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
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
I think I would have appreciated this book more had I read Olivia Atwater’s regency faerie books. I honestly didn’t have a clue what was happening half of the time. That being said, the vibes in this were stunning. It was gothic, Victorian, romantic, creepy, spooky. The perfect November read tbh! I’ll definitely be reading the regency faerie tales after this as if they’re anything like this book then I’ll enjoy them a lot!
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC ✨
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC ✨
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Dark but in a fun way. Should be read in the autumn.