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A review by kendrabetweenthelines
The Year of the Witching by Alexis Henderson
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
This one isn't particularly original or subtle, but it's definitely an entertaining feminist horror novel! If you're looking for something witchy, historical, and fast-paced, I think you'll like this one. The atmosphere and characters are solid, as is the overall message about women in patriarchal societies.
It's no secret that I struggle with books that have heavy-handed religious elements, and this book was no exception. The overall message isn't necessarily religious, but there are a lot of Biblical symbols and elements to follow. There are also several scenes of gratuitous violence towards animals, which I had to skim through.
It's no secret that I struggle with books that have heavy-handed religious elements, and this book was no exception. The overall message isn't necessarily religious, but there are a lot of Biblical symbols and elements to follow. There are also several scenes of gratuitous violence towards animals, which I had to skim through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, and Violence