art_books_chemistry's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Cursing, Bullying, and Sexual content
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Drug use, Classism, Blood, Animal death, Fire/Fire injury, and Alcohol
midnacine's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Emotional abuse and Sexual content
Moderate: Gaslighting, Child abuse, Violence, and Classism
Minor: Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail, and Fire/Fire injury
wilybooklover's review against another edition
2.0
Both of the main characters felt quite two-dimensional and lacking in depth. Mariel even reminded me of a teenager at times. The secondary characters were even more shallow and felt like caricatures or cardboard cut-outs. I found myself unable to become immersed in the story because it just felt noticeably fake, especially with respect to the dialogue. The humour was more cringe and juvenile than actually funny and the third-act breakup was incredibly unnecessary given the conflict and drama already happening in the last third of the book. There were also a lot of editing mistakes (like, several per chapter) — things like missing punctuation, words smashed together, and uncapitalised names/places. I expect better editing from a traditionally published book. [This is for the UK digital version.]
Graphic: Gaslighting, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Abandonment, Animal death, Death, and Violence
Minor: Blood, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Cancer, and Classism
laurenvoice's review against another edition
- 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
It was an enchanting experience getting to know Glimmer Falls, with the small-town vibes and all the eccentric and magical characters. Alzapraz was hilarious; he instantly knew who Ozroth was and made small threats and comments, indicating he knew. A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon was, most definitely, a cosy read. It was also so sweet watching Ozroth and Mariel's relationship develop; there were some good laughs along the way.
The ending seemed rushed; the showdown with Astaroth and winning the protest happened too quickly; however, watching Mariel stand up for herself was empowering; she is not a witch to mess with. Although the ending was a tad cheesy, it was still cute.
A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon was a charming and enjoyable read; I look forward to the next book.
Minor: Bullying, Classism, and Emotional abuse
verinvaldez's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Animal death and Toxic friendship
Minor: Fire/Fire injury, Infidelity, Sexism, Alcohol, Bullying, Classism, and Cursing
analenegrace's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This book was hilarious and had me actively giggling at many parts. The universe Hawley creates was fun and fleshed out. I love that it was grounded in certain parts of reality (American healthcare and academia had me screaming) but also kept its magical elements front and center.
Mariel and Oz were fun characters with a unique plot, although I wish the book had taken place over a longer period as I'm not a huge fan of insta-love. The side characters were all a bit flat but I do want to read the sequel since
Also, some of the silliest things in this book that had me screaming:
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Animal cruelty, Classism, and Animal death
alastaire's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Bullying, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content
Moderate: Animal death and Death
Minor: Classism, Police brutality, Fire/Fire injury, and Drug abuse
Main character's narcissistic mother is highly verbally emotionally abusive and manipulative.