A review by novelinsights
They Are Cursed Like You by Holley Cornetto

adventurous dark reflective 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

4.0

I love a good witch novel, and this was no exception. This is an excellent feminist horror novel following a cast of almost exclusively female characters, many of whom were queer, as they dabble in magic and reap the consequences. My biggest complaint was that Belladonna was set up as such a vital part of the whole story, yet she stayed in the background for most of the book and hardly had any screen time. I think I would have preferred it if Loretta's relationship with her had been more centerstage throughout the story and if she had interacted with the younger set of characters. Even so, it was a good story, and I'd definitely be interested in checking out the sequel.