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A review by nestofwordsandblankets
A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
adventurous
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Steeped in history and science with a sprinkling of your fantasy must-haves and tropes, you will get your orphaned heroine and brooding vampire who must save a secret world and navigate their love.
Discovery of Witches was a great read, albeit slow and laborious. The story follows a historian named Diana and Matthew, a vampire, so be prepared for a lot of historical talks, alchemy theories, and arguing with a vampire. There are chapters that require patience to sort through the historical context to understand their relationship and the ramifications of their union. Are they necessary, no...but they do set this book aside from traditional vampire romances. This book is for those who have patience for a slow storyline and a quick insta-love situation.
Discovery of Witches was a great read, albeit slow and laborious. The story follows a historian named Diana and Matthew, a vampire, so be prepared for a lot of historical talks, alchemy theories, and arguing with a vampire. There are chapters that require patience to sort through the historical context to understand their relationship and the ramifications of their union. Are they necessary, no...but they do set this book aside from traditional vampire romances. This book is for those who have patience for a slow storyline and a quick insta-love situation.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Kidnapping, and Murder