Magic Lessons: The Prequel to Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

Magic Lessons: The Prequel to Practical Magic

Practical Magic #0.1

Alice Hoffman

406 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical emotional mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

In an unforgettable novel that traces a centuries-old curse to its source, beloved author Alice Hoffman unveils the story of Maria Owens, accused of witchcraft in Salem, and matriarch of a line of the amazing Owens women and men featured in Practi...

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Moods

emotional 72%
adventurous 54%
dark 45%
mysterious 43%
hopeful 33%
reflective 33%
sad 23%
inspiring 19%
tense 18%
challenging 9%
informative 7%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 5%
funny 1%

Pace

medium 64%
slow 28%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 49% | A mix: 43% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 53% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 8% | N/A: 1%

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4.14

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