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A review by kba76
The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
A cosy - dare I say it saccharine sweet - story where everything works out just right.
Our main character, Kiela, has been working as a librarian in Alyssium. When a revolution begins Kiela knows she has to do something to save the books in her care. Along with her sentient spider plant assistant Caz she sets sail and heads to Caltrey, the island she remembers calling home as a child. She knows nobody on the island but hopes she can hide and protect herself from any consequences for taking spell books that she has no right to.
Before we know it Kiela has found herself the object of interest in the town. She is remembered by some and they offer to do what they can to help her. In return she prepares to take a risk and to use her learning for good (even if she is not meant to). And so follows her dalliances in magic, and an opportunity for her to find a new family amongst the islanders.
Our main character, Kiela, has been working as a librarian in Alyssium. When a revolution begins Kiela knows she has to do something to save the books in her care. Along with her sentient spider plant assistant Caz she sets sail and heads to Caltrey, the island she remembers calling home as a child. She knows nobody on the island but hopes she can hide and protect herself from any consequences for taking spell books that she has no right to.
Before we know it Kiela has found herself the object of interest in the town. She is remembered by some and they offer to do what they can to help her. In return she prepares to take a risk and to use her learning for good (even if she is not meant to). And so follows her dalliances in magic, and an opportunity for her to find a new family amongst the islanders.