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laconni4's review
challenging
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
cfletcher2319's review
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
I liked this book, but the writing felt a touch novice.
tabard's review against another edition
3.75
I thoroughly enjoyed this story, and would be interested in others told in the same world. The narrators did a lovely job with one glaring exception: Luna's voice in Alandra's POV. I actually really liked Alandra's voice, but Luna's high-pitched, lilting tones made her sound ditzy and/or high af instead, rather than dreamy, which I think might be what the narrator was going for. And I'm not usually so nitpicky, but the way she pronounced the term of endearment "little witch," which came out sounding more like "lllittlewitch," was seriously obnoxious.
For some reason, I didn't realize it was a different narrator reading Luna's POV, and it was very off-putting that Luna sounded completely different (and fantastic!) in her own chapters. I'm not sure why the audio director let this slide, to be honest. It's literally the only thing I didn't like about the recording. The story and worldbuilding were interesting, and the narration otherwise was great, but this one flaw affected my enjoyment enough to influence my overall rating.
For some reason, I didn't realize it was a different narrator reading Luna's POV, and it was very off-putting that Luna sounded completely different (and fantastic!) in her own chapters. I'm not sure why the audio director let this slide, to be honest. It's literally the only thing I didn't like about the recording. The story and worldbuilding were interesting, and the narration otherwise was great, but this one flaw affected my enjoyment enough to influence my overall rating.
katbenimble's review against another edition
It was too plott-y for what I was looking for.
antagonist's review against another edition
3.0
If you loved her as much as you think you did, you would have tried. If she loved you as much as she said, she wouldn't have put you in the position to have to. Sometimes, things just aren't meant to be."
Alandra Michaels an ordinary witch. When a spell goes wrong and a gorgeous woman shows up in her living room claiming to be the Moon, everything changes for Alandra. This book is fairly short, so the romance and plot moved very fast, so I sometimes felt like I was missing something. But this is a hot lesbian romance with an actual plot and steamy smut. I really like the concept of a witch falling in love with a female personification of the moon but at the same time found myself bored? It overall was decent though.
Alandra Michaels an ordinary witch. When a spell goes wrong and a gorgeous woman shows up in her living room claiming to be the Moon, everything changes for Alandra. This book is fairly short, so the romance and plot moved very fast, so I sometimes felt like I was missing something. But this is a hot lesbian romance with an actual plot and steamy smut. I really like the concept of a witch falling in love with a female personification of the moon but at the same time found myself bored? It overall was decent though.
chillcheeto's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed this story and it's rare for me to finish a book in one day so that must mean something.
Luna and Alandra are so adorable both of their perspectives were interesting to read from. The writing was great, funny and you can feel the MCs characters shining through their chapters.
I will read more books from Poppy Woods since she has more f/f standalone novels.
Luna and Alandra are so adorable both of their perspectives were interesting to read from. The writing was great, funny and you can feel the MCs characters shining through their chapters.
I will read more books from Poppy Woods since she has more f/f standalone novels.
conchanna's review against another edition
5.0
I enjoyed the author’s voice and was immediately drawn into the story. This was the first book I’ve read by this author, but it won’t be the last. If you like Holly Black’s writing style and story content, you’ll like how Poppy Woods spins a tale.
The character development is quite unique and all are relatable—even the power hungry characters. The only thing I would have liked to have seen more of (though it wasn’t really necessary) was more villain development. It didn’t effect my overall feel for the book though and doesn’t change my rating.
It’s been a while since I read a book that took me out of my reality and offered a pleasant escape. This book did that. Well done, Poppy Woods! I’m looking for more of your work as soon as I finish this review!
The character development is quite unique and all are relatable—even the power hungry characters. The only thing I would have liked to have seen more of (though it wasn’t really necessary) was more villain development. It didn’t effect my overall feel for the book though and doesn’t change my rating.
It’s been a while since I read a book that took me out of my reality and offered a pleasant escape. This book did that. Well done, Poppy Woods! I’m looking for more of your work as soon as I finish this review!
whoisnyah's review against another edition
3.0
I loved the romance and the main characters but everything else was just meh. The magic, family drama, and the last half of the book were boring and confusing.