A review by nzmerchant
Spells for Forgetting by Adrienne Young

dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Breathtaking, bewitching, and utterly magical. This is the first time in a long time that I’ve been so caught up in a book that I haven’t noticed the time (or the fact that I have to cancel my gym session because it’s way too late in the night). Truly kept me at the edge of my seat and even now, my heart is beating wildly as I type my review.

This book was gorgeous from start to end. The reviews are right - the setting was crazy atmospheric, with incredibly complex characters. And the ending - omg the ending!! I was a little underwhelmed at the jump from chapter 59 to 60 but right when I felt an inkling of disappointment, Young drew me back in with her hauntingly beautiful magic. I love stories where there are so many layers of secrets, drama, and it all boils down to the ugliest human traits (which are also the most raw). Perhaps my favourite character was Saoirse itself and the looming presence it had throughout the entire book.
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