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annaboonana 's review for:
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches
by Sangu Mandanna
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I did not think this book was going to get deep, but damn was I WRONG.
Not only was the story, beautiful and moving, it also dealt with trying to break generational trauma, which I think is such a beautiful topic to talk about, especially for a book that looks to be fun and witty, (which it absolutely still was). Also tip: if you can listen to the audiobook do it! It’s such a well narrated book and all the characters have different voices, highly recommend.
I absolutely loved all of the characters, they brought so much life and joy to the story in times when the main character, Mika desperately needed it. I could relate to Mika’s story so well and I think it’s so important for readers to connect somewhat with the characters and I certainly did. I did not think a book like this would make me tear up a bit, but alas it did. I loved that Mika was Indian and not a white woman. So many of these witchy fantasy books are white women so it’s fun to see some diversity (finally) in this cozy fantasy genre.
I loved the little side romance (I won’t say names!!!) that was very unexpected and super fun.
This was such a cozy book that led to a surprisingly emotional roller coaster, it had a few twists and I couldn’t get enough of it. I’m so excited to continue reading Sangu Mandanna’s books!
Not only was the story, beautiful and moving, it also dealt with trying to break generational trauma, which I think is such a beautiful topic to talk about, especially for a book that looks to be fun and witty, (which it absolutely still was). Also tip: if you can listen to the audiobook do it! It’s such a well narrated book and all the characters have different voices, highly recommend.
I absolutely loved all of the characters, they brought so much life and joy to the story in times when the main character, Mika desperately needed it. I could relate to Mika’s story so well and I think it’s so important for readers to connect somewhat with the characters and I certainly did. I did not think a book like this would make me tear up a bit, but alas it did. I loved that Mika was Indian and not a white woman. So many of these witchy fantasy books are white women so it’s fun to see some diversity (finally) in this cozy fantasy genre.
I loved the little side romance (I won’t say names!!!) that was very unexpected and super fun.
This was such a cozy book that led to a surprisingly emotional roller coaster, it had a few twists and I couldn’t get enough of it. I’m so excited to continue reading Sangu Mandanna’s books!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Sexual content, Grief, Abandonment