A review by ricottae
Truthwitch by Susan Dennard

4.0

This was a really strong first book. Every part of it from the characters to the world to the plot were expertly crafted and delivered. I did feel like the majority of the book was all setting up for the rest of the series (which, obviously), but there wasn't really a big event or climax of its own, which I like having in a series. Every book has its own internal events that all build toward the big series finale! This was lacking for me in Truthwitch, which is why I only gave it four stars. But it was an amazing read. Safi and Iseult are totally badass characters both together and independently, and the supporting cast is excellent (and not superfluous) as well. I'm eager for more description of the witcheries, because there seem to be so many and a big range of both abilities and power levels. There is plenty of deception and hidden scheming to keep the story interesting, and at the end of the book we're left with some questions, which left me excited for the next book in the series! I would highly recommend picking this book up.