A review by abookishtype
Motheater by Linda H. Codega

adventurous emotional mysterious tense fast-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? It's complicated

5.0

I have been struggling since January 20 as I’ve watched people I didn’t vote for dismantle and destroy my country. My representatives don’t speak to me or for me. These days, I only get the occasional form letter from one of my three Congressional representatives. Linda H. Codega’s novel, Motheater, was a badly needed balm. The protagonists of this novel, Motheater and Bennie Mattox, go up against an implacable mining company and a murderous curse. I really needed a story about a powerful, protective witch, fighting an enemy that would feel unbeatable in real life...

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