A review by bxnnny
Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

dark hopeful reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

of course, i have always loved the practical magic movie ever since i was a kid, but i'd never gotten around to reading the book it was based off of until now. i kept my expectations low as i had heard from others that the book doesn't quite compare, and i tried to still go into it with an open mind. i will say that the movie is leagues better, but i still have an appreciation for the book. i enjoyed the writing style and the way the story was told. the characters were complicated and complex as well as their relationships to one another. that being said, i wish the aunts were more likeable, fun, and wise like their movie counterparts and i wish both sets of sisters had a closer bond as shown in the movie as well... but i can appreciate that the book version of their relationships was a little more complex than that. overall, i appreciate this book for what it is and will continue to cherish the movie separately.
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