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4.15 AVERAGE
4.15 AVERAGE
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I absolutely loved this audiobook. It was such a unique story and the characters were very lovable. I was rooting for them throughout the story! The definition of nice vs. Kind will definitely stick with me.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
funny
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
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
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
My only critique of this book is that it’s a standalone? Like, what?? There’s so much more to explore in this world!
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, written by Sangu Mandanna, is probably the sweetest, cosiest, most feel-good and heartwarming book I have ever read. I must start this review by just saying… thank you, Sangu!
From the start, it’s obvious that Mandanna has a grounded knowledge of storytelling. She knows how to catch your attention, keeping you in the flow of the story from the very first lines, while also introducing the lore and worldbuilding in an organic way. I feel there wasn’t a single unnecessary scene or sentence I wanted to skip — she’s a perfect puzzle-builder of a storyteller.
Something I also have to highlight is the balance in the cast and their personalities. And a special mention (hooray!) goes to the diverse representation: despite the small cast, there’s diversity in gender, race, age, sexuality, etc. Again: thank you! I know there’s more literature like this out there, but I haven’t yet read as much — I’m on my quest — and it feels so refreshing and comfortable compared to anything else.
The found family is so wholesome that I cried a couple of times. Everyone is so cute, it makes my heart overflow with love!
If I’m being picky, I’d say the plotline or the final goal might have felt a bit “small”… but maybe that was the point. And honestly, I didn’t mind. I don’t mind. This book is, in many moments, proof that sometimes less is more. It’s a story to fall in love with the characters, watch them grow through their arcs, and see them come together as a family of “stray puppies” (quoting Rosetta).
There are so many love stories going in so many directions, so much love and healing, that I can only say… what’s next, Mandanna? You’ve got a fan :)
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A cozy fall read. Very cute, easy read.