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The House Witch 2 by Delemhach
4.0
The House Witch sequel serves up exactly what fans of the first book will love, a warm, cozy, banter filled experience that’s like wrapping yourself in your favorite blanket. Picking up right where we left off, this book delivers plenty of chuckles, the occasional tear, and a general sense of loveliness. If you enjoyed the first book, this will feel like coming home.
One of the standout elements is the balance between lighthearted fun and deeper themes, like grief and discrimination, which sneak in under layers of magic and comfort food. Think of it as being emotionally ambushed by a marshmallow, soft and sweet, but still packing an unexpected punch.
But let's talk about the real star of the show: Kracken, the cat. He’s endearing, he’s sassy, and frankly, he deserves way more stage time. More Kracken equals more laughs, and honestly, if a cat can steal the spotlight in a book about magic and witches, you know he's got something special going on.
Now, for the critiques: the book does have a habit of switching points of view mid-chapter, which can feel a bit like the narrative equivalent of a sneeze attack, you’re not sure how it got there, and it’s slightly disorienting. But if you can roll with it, you’ll likely find it just a minor hiccup in an otherwise charming tale.
Also, this sequel is a bit shorter than the first, thankfully so, as the first one occasionally dragged like it was being asked to run a marathon. Here, the pacing is more in line with its relaxed, cozy vibe.
Don’t pick this up expecting an intricate plot twist or fast-paced action. The plot is there, but it’s wrapped in a fluffy, slow paced slice of life where characters take center stage. It’s more of a slow burn, ideal for readers who want to sip, not chug.
In short: it’s cute, cozy, will make your heart ache and swell, and you might just wish for more of Kracken’s feline sass.
One of the standout elements is the balance between lighthearted fun and deeper themes, like grief and discrimination, which sneak in under layers of magic and comfort food. Think of it as being emotionally ambushed by a marshmallow, soft and sweet, but still packing an unexpected punch.
But let's talk about the real star of the show: Kracken, the cat. He’s endearing, he’s sassy, and frankly, he deserves way more stage time. More Kracken equals more laughs, and honestly, if a cat can steal the spotlight in a book about magic and witches, you know he's got something special going on.
Now, for the critiques: the book does have a habit of switching points of view mid-chapter, which can feel a bit like the narrative equivalent of a sneeze attack, you’re not sure how it got there, and it’s slightly disorienting. But if you can roll with it, you’ll likely find it just a minor hiccup in an otherwise charming tale.
Also, this sequel is a bit shorter than the first, thankfully so, as the first one occasionally dragged like it was being asked to run a marathon. Here, the pacing is more in line with its relaxed, cozy vibe.
Don’t pick this up expecting an intricate plot twist or fast-paced action. The plot is there, but it’s wrapped in a fluffy, slow paced slice of life where characters take center stage. It’s more of a slow burn, ideal for readers who want to sip, not chug.
In short: it’s cute, cozy, will make your heart ache and swell, and you might just wish for more of Kracken’s feline sass.