The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
bookandateacup's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
tardigrade_in_retrograde's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
smilesgiggle's review against another edition
3.0
I wanted more - great build up. Loved the characters. Great tone/mood, complicated relationships.
Two women - grandmother and granddaughter, their lives entwined by their ancestor.
Deidre's grandmother had been burned as a witch, after a preacher came to town. She spurned his advances - he brought her death in revenge.
In 1881, he returns - determined to impregnant Deidre, Gentry stalks his prey. Even after she moves to Charleston, Deidre cannot escape.
1931 - It is Gracelynn's turn. Belleflower comes to town - creating chaos. And a debilitating drought.
Both women use their ancestor's grimoire with the hope of saving themselves and those they love.
Two women - grandmother and granddaughter, their lives entwined by their ancestor.
Deidre's grandmother had been burned as a witch, after a preacher came to town. She spurned his advances - he brought her death in revenge.
In 1881, he returns - determined to impregnant Deidre, Gentry stalks his prey. Even after she moves to Charleston, Deidre cannot escape.
1931 - It is Gracelynn's turn. Belleflower comes to town - creating chaos. And a debilitating drought.
Both women use their ancestor's grimoire with the hope of saving themselves and those they love.
alexisliner's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
thecozycronelibrary's review against another edition
3.0
Really enjoyed this book! Was a kindle unlimited read/audio. Overall I loved how powerful and magical generations of women in this family were all connected in more ways than just blood. This is a wonderful and atmospheric read that would be great for a spooky season book!
daisy222de's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
agentalpo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.5
avhollow's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
5.0
jennyhamel's review against another edition
5.0
I was drawn in from the beginning. I had so much fun working my way through the story, trying to figure out how characters were related and what was going on with all of these sleazy preachers. Dierdre’s 1881 timeframe was my favorite to follow, but it was so interesting traveling back and forth through the perspectives of different generations!
I started reading the author’s other book right after finishing this one! Love her style and the historical influence.
I started reading the author’s other book right after finishing this one! Love her style and the historical influence.
readingbrocks's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75