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A review by aconitecafe
The Rules of Magic by Alice Hoffman
5.0
I thought Magic Lessons was heartbreaking, but it had nothing on this book.
Throughout the story we learn of what happened to the descendants of Maria Owens. With the story focusing on the two Aunts that Sally and Gillian come to live with in Practical Magic.
Though they are the main characters, it is cool to see other witches, and discussions of other family members throughout the story. How they each handle the witchcraft that runs in their blood and such.
Frances and Bridget live sheltered lives, and try and hide from the curse, and who they are from time to time. But what's in their blood will always bring them back to where they belong.
The lessons of love and life that are within these pages are magical yet gut-wrenching. These back stories give so much depth to the Aunts we meet in Practical Magic. Not to mention the town's history with the Owens women. It's insightful to see how deep seeded the feuds, and rumors run.
As with Magic Lessons, this book is filled with witchcraft mementos that make you feel fully immersed, and wondering if they are true. I adore the writing style of Alice Hoffman. These books feel like you are reading family history, not fiction.
You'll love this series if you enjoy reading about love, family bonds, and witches.
"The only remedy for love is to love more."
Throughout the story we learn of what happened to the descendants of Maria Owens. With the story focusing on the two Aunts that Sally and Gillian come to live with in Practical Magic.
Though they are the main characters, it is cool to see other witches, and discussions of other family members throughout the story. How they each handle the witchcraft that runs in their blood and such.
Frances and Bridget live sheltered lives, and try and hide from the curse, and who they are from time to time. But what's in their blood will always bring them back to where they belong.
The lessons of love and life that are within these pages are magical yet gut-wrenching. These back stories give so much depth to the Aunts we meet in Practical Magic. Not to mention the town's history with the Owens women. It's insightful to see how deep seeded the feuds, and rumors run.
As with Magic Lessons, this book is filled with witchcraft mementos that make you feel fully immersed, and wondering if they are true. I adore the writing style of Alice Hoffman. These books feel like you are reading family history, not fiction.
You'll love this series if you enjoy reading about love, family bonds, and witches.
"The only remedy for love is to love more."