ozziemarie's review
4.0
This was really good but I don’t know if I understood the purpose of the story? I liked it though, it was just a story for the sake of being a story.
lrector's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
I loved the characters and the writing. The first book, Secret History of Witches, followed generations. The Witches Kind is three generations. Aunt Charlotte, Barrie Ann, and Emma. The two timeliness create a depth to the characters. The special feelings or premonitions they get are not overtly witchy but a suble ability the women get when they touch water.
The writing is elegant and descriptive without being too much.
The storyline was good but there are trigger warnings. Domestic violence and death of a child.
The writing is elegant and descriptive without being too much.
The storyline was good but there are trigger warnings. Domestic violence and death of a child.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death
Moderate: Domestic abuse
samantha_reads_32's review
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
4.0
jodij's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I loved this book.
noble_xoxo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Beautiful story, feels more like science fiction than Morgan’s other works. Not nearly as “witchy” as one would have expected.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage and Domestic abuse
Moderate: Violence, Pregnancy, and Lesbophobia
Minor: Vomit
kaseyd's review
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I liked the characters and the growth they showed and the author did a good job jumping between past and present. But I signed up for witches, not aliens. It wasn’t very witchy at all and was just kinda weird. Honestly? You could take out the witch and alien stuff and really not much would change at all so…why write the witch and alien stuff?
zeldasayre's review
4.0
The Witch’s Kind is one interesting book. Witches? Magic? WWII? ALIENS? An awesomely feminist queer lady and a strong main character? And did I mention aliens? If you enjoy history with a touch of magic and intrigue then you’ll love this. Plus, an aunt-niece relationship that was so sweet, touching, and supportive. Aunt Charlotte reminded me a lot of my own aunt. Also, I can’t end this mini review without mentioning the true star of this book: Willow (when you read it, you’ll know.) An all around enchanting book.
Thank you Netgalley for an ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review!
Thank you Netgalley for an ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review!
joanneisreading's review
I was not going put pressure on myself to review any books this year but I can’t leave this one alone. This has been on my TBR for a long time! The title of the book, and the summary... well they lead me to believe that I was going to be getting some witchy vibes. I did get a few of those. But I also got more than I bargained for with aliens, a mermaid baby, and government investigators. The writing was great and kept me on till the end. I love historical fiction but this was out there...
moody_gobling's review
2.0
I suppose to start I should just say that I saw it in the bookstore, and since I’ve been on a bit of a witch kick lately I decided to check it out if my local library.
I suppose now would be a good time to mention that I don’t like babies. I didn’t get that this book would be incredibly baby-centered when I first picked it up. But soon everything was about the baby! Where were the witches? The mysteries? The magic? Instead pages upon pages of BABY.
Now I get that I’m in the minority. Many people reading this book probably like babies just fine. I also understand that the baby is a pretty important wunderkind and helps move the plot along. But I don’t need to read about a baby gumming bread to death or being sticky/slippery or how pink the baby’s mouth is or how green the babies eyes are unless they further the plot. Unfortunately this baby’s green eyes didn’t shoot lasers and the baby didn’t gurgle backwards Latin to open up a chasm in an old Washington farmhouse. That would have given this review at least another half star from me.
So... why didn’t I just toss the book on my DNF pile and move in with my life? Simple, I wanted to see that Bastard Will get his karmic rewards. I also like reading about farming/cottage life, especially during wartime. It soothes my soul. And adding in a lesbian auntie that was maybe getting the goods on with a famous “flower” painting artist? Okay, I’ll read to the end.
I suppose now would be a good time to mention that I don’t like babies. I didn’t get that this book would be incredibly baby-centered when I first picked it up. But soon everything was about the baby! Where were the witches? The mysteries? The magic? Instead pages upon pages of BABY.
Now I get that I’m in the minority. Many people reading this book probably like babies just fine. I also understand that the baby is a pretty important wunderkind and helps move the plot along. But I don’t need to read about a baby gumming bread to death or being sticky/slippery or how pink the baby’s mouth is or how green the babies eyes are unless they further the plot. Unfortunately this baby’s green eyes didn’t shoot lasers and the baby didn’t gurgle backwards Latin to open up a chasm in an old Washington farmhouse. That would have given this review at least another half star from me.
So... why didn’t I just toss the book on my DNF pile and move in with my life? Simple, I wanted to see that Bastard Will get his karmic rewards. I also like reading about farming/cottage life, especially during wartime. It soothes my soul. And adding in a lesbian auntie that was maybe getting the goods on with a famous “flower” painting artist? Okay, I’ll read to the end.