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someonetookit's review
5.0
I'll keep this one short and sweet. This was amazing. I absolutely love Maria's signature style of writing and this is no different. Full of pop culture references and nods to all things quintessentially Australian, I enjoyed every page (well most pages because there was some things that made my heart hurt).
New characters take the spotlight in this spinoff from Lewis' well adored Who's Afraid series including Casper - a medium from Who's Afraid Too, Heath - the towering beast of a Pict warrior followed by his own ghosts, Sprinkle (yes like the things on fairy bread) - a baby witch with a penchant for fire magic and enough sass to fill a large swimming pool and Opal - a witch who got caught up in a conspiracy who is simultaneously soft and squishy for all things Casper as well as a badarse in her own right.
Although there were some minor editing errors, they fall by the wayside when the book is read as a whole and I honestly loved it. Read it! Otherwise I may need to hunt people down and make it into a personal projectile.
New characters take the spotlight in this spinoff from Lewis' well adored Who's Afraid series including Casper - a medium from Who's Afraid Too, Heath - the towering beast of a Pict warrior followed by his own ghosts, Sprinkle (yes like the things on fairy bread) - a baby witch with a penchant for fire magic and enough sass to fill a large swimming pool and Opal - a witch who got caught up in a conspiracy who is simultaneously soft and squishy for all things Casper as well as a badarse in her own right.
Although there were some minor editing errors, they fall by the wayside when the book is read as a whole and I honestly loved it. Read it! Otherwise I may need to hunt people down and make it into a personal projectile.
natale's review
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
kba76's review
3.0
Caspar and Creeper, not particularly positive nicknames given to the world’s best mediums. They’re carrying out what they see as everyday activity, when an unprovoked attack occurs and things are changed forever.
Having to adjust to life without her brother in a physical sense, Caspar is determined to seek revenge. She’s heard strange tales of who was responsible for the attack in which she lost an arm, and is determined to make them pay.
We follow Caspar to Cornwall as she searches for a witch who survived a similar attack. There’s something odd going on, and it focuses on some supernatural behaviour.
The pacing of this felt slow initially. The story itself was entertaining, and it built to an exciting end. However, there were key background details that I felt were lacking, and there were a number of characters/moments that I felt were preparing us for another story.
Thanks to NetGalley for allowing me the chance to try something different.
Having to adjust to life without her brother in a physical sense, Caspar is determined to seek revenge. She’s heard strange tales of who was responsible for the attack in which she lost an arm, and is determined to make them pay.
We follow Caspar to Cornwall as she searches for a witch who survived a similar attack. There’s something odd going on, and it focuses on some supernatural behaviour.
The pacing of this felt slow initially. The story itself was entertaining, and it built to an exciting end. However, there were key background details that I felt were lacking, and there were a number of characters/moments that I felt were preparing us for another story.
Thanks to NetGalley for allowing me the chance to try something different.
thewoollygeek's review
4.0
This book was a fun read. Wonderful funny characters with heart. I’d never read anything by this author before but I loved her writing, fast paced and full of humour. A great twist on witches for the twenty first century.really enjoyable read, recommended.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
azebrareads's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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
5.0
bectoria's review
3.0
Fun paranormal with added unexpected joy of a bisexual medium and a first Australian witch.
slc333's review
3.0
Bit slow it parts. I would have preferred a faster pace. I liked the romance but it was very understated. I also enjoyed Casper's ongoing relationship with her brother.