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31 reviews
The Wicked King by Holly Black
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Blown away, such a gripping and captivating read. Each page always leaves me on me on the edge of my seat
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture and Kidnapping
Moderate: Blood, Murder, and War
Lughnasadh: Rituals, Recipes & Lore for Lammas by Llewellyn Publications, Melanie Marquis
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
4.5
I found this series on TikTok and read this one leading up to the sabbat. This is so good for beginner witches and experiences witches, I really liked the history and definitely added a new ritual to my usual traditional ones that I practised
Wear It Well by Allison Bornstein
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
4.75
This book was hugely helpful in defining my personal style and helping clear out my wardrobe. With my Three Words I was able to find out what was missing in my style and added new pieces that now even going to the corner shop I look and feel really good.
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
One of my favourite series filled with magic and intrigue and dark twisted faeries.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Blood, and Murder
Minor: Slavery and War
Belladonna by Anbara Salam
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
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
4.5
Wonderful read that I couldn’t recommend more. I found Bridget to be very relatable and you could really get inside her head and feel things as she felt
Content Warnings
Minor: Chronic illness, Eating disorder, Racism, Self harm, and Medical content
David Kibbe's Metamorphosis: Discover Your Image Identity and Dazzle As Only You Can by David Kibbe
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
4.5
I read this book mostly out of curiosity with the new one coming out soon; I found Kibbe mostly on social media. It might be a bit outdated on style now (it was the 80s after all) but I still think there’s a lot to be learnt from this. I found hair and clothes better for me (soft gamine) then his autumn suggestions (soft autumn) so those did take some tailoring but all in all would still recommend and can’t wait to compare what he says about soft gamine with the new book!
Muneera and the Moon by Sonia Sulaiman
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This was a really sweet and touching remix of Palestinian folklore… I loved it so much I can see myself reading it again and again.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death and Homophobia
The Beauty of Your Face by Sahar Mustafah
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Such a beautiful story tackling hard issues and so emotional. I cried at several points and really had my heart racing.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Islamophobia and Mass/school shootings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Racism, Self harm, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Gun violence, Infidelity, Car accident, and Colonisation
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A Feast for Crows by George R.R. Martin
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-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
5.0
Truly fantastic addition to a fantastic series, on my third reread and never gets boring. Arianne, Darkstar and the Sand Snakes are some of my favourite characters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Misogyny, and War
Moderate: Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, Blood, and Murder
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Incest, and Rape
The Door to Witchcraft: A New Witch's Guide to History, Traditions, and Modern-Day Spells by Tonya A. Brown
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
4.75
Really good for beginners with lots of starting tips to take you on the start of your witchy journey