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A review by aubreysmith9412
Seven-Year Witch by Angela M. Sanders
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Six months following the events of the first book, and we're really kind of thrown into it headfirst. Josie has settled into her role as the head librarian, and she's definitely leaning into her magic more and more, which opens up so many possibilities!
From the beginning, I had an uneasy feeling about Sam's return. I knew it would only bring bad news for Josie. I didn't like him much in the last book, and he didn't give me a much better impression this time around.
In a nutshell, Sam's life is rather a mess. And the mystery that kicks off in this book just makes is that much messier. The web of events feels like it gets a little convoluted, and the drama just ramps up incredibly, thanks to an extreme narcissist. While I expected some drama, this is all a bit much. Were I in Josie's shoes, I'd wash my hands of it all and walk away. But of course, that wouldn't make a good story.
As the mystery twists and turns around itself, seemingly in knots, Josie does get to explore more of her magic, and more of what her abilities can do. She's very practical, and very careful - as one would be when they've discovered they're a witch quite suddenly - and that definitely plays to her advantage. As does her inquisitive mind.
Of course, that inquisitive mind does get her into a little bit of trouble. Nothing her newfound magic can't get her out of, however.
From the beginning, I had an uneasy feeling about Sam's return. I knew it would only bring bad news for Josie. I didn't like him much in the last book, and he didn't give me a much better impression this time around.
In a nutshell, Sam's life is rather a mess. And the mystery that kicks off in this book just makes is that much messier. The web of events feels like it gets a little convoluted, and the drama just ramps up incredibly, thanks to an extreme narcissist. While I expected some drama, this is all a bit much. Were I in Josie's shoes, I'd wash my hands of it all and walk away. But of course, that wouldn't make a good story.
As the mystery twists and turns around itself, seemingly in knots, Josie does get to explore more of her magic, and more of what her abilities can do. She's very practical, and very careful - as one would be when they've discovered they're a witch quite suddenly - and that definitely plays to her advantage. As does her inquisitive mind.
Of course, that inquisitive mind does get her into a little bit of trouble. Nothing her newfound magic can't get her out of, however.
Josie has really shown an aptitude for cracking mysteries wide open - red herrings and all. I'm still not very keen on Sam, but I am really enjoying watching the way Josie's magic comes alive in the presence of books, and the written word. And I'm excited to see where her magic - and the library - take her next.