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NEW-Eva Evergreen, Semi-Magical Witch by Julie Abe, Julie Abe
8 reviews
emily_mh's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Moderate: Grief and Death of parent
Minor: Ableism, Animal death, Domestic abuse, Blood, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, Death, and Child abuse
Moderate: family estrangement, fainting, missing loved one Minor: earthquake, tornado, adverse weather, loss of a loved one, disownmentlackyducks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The introduction to the story was a lot of fun, setting up the stakes and the world brilliantly. Despite the amount of worldbuilding, it never felt overwhelming. The descriptions of the world and characters create a vivid image of picturesque world that I'd love to visit.
The relationships with the various characters develop in an organic way throughout the book. Most of the characters fit familiar archetypes that work perfectly for this kind of story.
The dramatic conclusion had me on the edge of my seat and I found it hard to stop reading! It was so nice how all the elements of the story came back together for a satisfying conclusion! The ending also had me immediately looking to buy the next book in the series. I adore this world, and I'm so excited to explore it more!
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Abandonment
monniebiloney's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Minor: Ableism and Death of parent
I put minor Albesim, cuz I think the way the Main Characters magic is treeted, really makes it feel like a disability and the way it's handled could make some people uncomfortable.foreverinastory's review against another edition
- 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
4.5
Rep: Japanese inspired cast and setting.
CWs: Bullying and intimidation, natural disasters specifically storms and flooding. Moderate: Grief, presumed death of parent (they are missing), medical content (healing a deep gash with magic), injury/injury detail, fainting (from overworking herself).
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Death of parent, Medical content, and Grief
literarypenguin's review against another edition
- 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
The plot was utterly magical and something straight out of a Studio Ghibli film! It gave off Kiki’s Delivery Service vibes. The Culling was presented as a clear and present danger to this realm and it was a major driving force for the story and our main character. Without giving anything away I will say that you learn more about The Culling and what it may be. Eva’s journey of learning her magic and the limitations it gives is something all of us can relate to at some point in our life.
The world is so vibrant, from Okayama a town that houses the last few remaining witches and wizards to Auteri a beautiful seaside town that holds a Festival of Lights every year. Auteri sounded like such a lovely town to live in and the food felt like it could be eaten right off the pages. The animals felt like they belonged in this world, The Flamefoxes were my favorite. If they were real I would want one for sure! The locations that we did see were both unique and didn't feel too similar to each other.
The characters are very well written and interesting! They were the best part of the book for me! Eva was a young soon to be witch who wanted to make her family proud and achieve her dream but she felt like she never would because of her magic’s limitations and her accidental spells. She was a heroine that not only kids could relate to but adults as well. The fear of not being good enough and the anxieties that come along with it are more relatable now than ever. Eva’s friends Charlotte and Davy were great characters too. They balanced Eva and were there for her in their own ways. Charlotte with her slightly serious, hardworking exterior and Davy with his optimistic and imaginative view of the world. Rin was another of my favorites because of her unwavering belief in Eva and always being by her side no matter what. The side characters even got time to shine.
Eva Evergreen was such a joy and pleasure to read. A book that will give you a warm and cozy feeling as you are reading it. A book about overcoming self-doubt and becoming the person you want to be. 100% recommend this to kids and adults alike! You won't regret going on this magical journey!
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, and Bullying
Moderate: Medical content
Minor: Injury/Injury detail
frogspawn's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Bullying
wyrmbergsabrina's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Bullying, Injury/Injury detail, and Medical content
spaghettireads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
It’s a middle grade novel about Eva, a witch who hasn’t quite mastered her magical powers yet. She is setting off on her novice witch quest, where she has to prove to everyone (including herself) why she deserves to be a witch.
The story is adventurous, about friendship, about working with your talents, and about family. The characters in the story are all so loveable. I’m glad I have the second book to pick up right away!
Graphic: Death of parent and Grief
Moderate: Bullying and Medical content