chrissypops 's review for:

The Book of Witching by C.J. Cooke

4.25

dark emotional inspiring mysterious sad tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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Thank you Netgalley, C J Cooke and HarperCollins UK, HarperFiction | HarperCollins for the Arc of The Book of Witching. 


I have read a few of CJ Cooke's books over the last few years and I love her slow build writing style. This gives the reader a real chance to bond with the characters and world building. I always enjoy the duo timelines and how they end up melding together. It does keep you guessing which adds to the mystery side of the narrative. Combining mystery, chilling vibes and historical fiction about witches and women makes a wonderful mix for me and brings a multitude of emotions to be experienced throughout reading.. 

I also had the pleasure if listening to the audio version of this book and Paula Masterton did a wonderful job. She has a great voice which builds tension, mystery and you are hanging on every word. Either way, if you read the physical or audio version, you will thoroughly  enjoy.

4.25 stars on Storygraph and 4 stars on other review sites