A review by rosemarieshort
The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow

dark emotional inspiring 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? No

5.0

What a way to begin 2024. It is no coincidence that I wanted to finish “The Once and Future Witches” on the first day of January. Alix E Harrow weaves a tale of three women, sisters in blood and in the witch ways taught to them through rhymes and bedtime stories in their youth, who come together and embrace their power as women. The three main characters are brilliant creations - real, lovable, defiant, dazzling.  What is perhaps an even more impressive feat is Harrow creates a compelling cast of supporting characters too. I loved glimpses into stories of Jenny, Mr Blackwell, August Lee and Cleo and how they intertwine with the Eastwoods. The plot is also expertly crafted - just enough modern thinking mixed with fairytale interwoven. There were endless quotes I found moving, inspiring, powerful. To pick a particular favourite “behind every witch is a woman wronged”. I can’t recommend this enough and will definitely be reading more from this author in future.