A review by bookishflower
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, by Sangu Mandanna
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.0
Cosy fantasy meets 'The Holiday' in this wonderfully witchy rom-com!
- Grumpy x Sunshine
- Found family
- Funny
- I-hate-everyone-but-you
- Cosy autumnal vibes
- Queer and POC rep
Thank you Hodder and Stoughton, and NetGalley for providing me with an arc in exchange for an honest review!
'Mika Moon has always been taught to keep a low profile as one of the few witches left in Britain. She never had any problem not drawing attention to herself until one day someone sees her 'pretend' witch videos online and invites her to teach three young witches magic at the intriguing Nowhere House. The only problem? It's forbidden and the prickly (but frustratingly attractive) librarian, Jamie, is determined to see Mika as a threat to the children and family's way of life at every turn. But just as Mika begins to open her heart to belonging anywhere again, a danger threatens to tear apart her new home. Mika must now decided if she should run away or risk it all to help the found family she didn't know she was looking for'.
This was the cosy autumnal palate cleanser I needed. If you want a book that feels like a cup of tea, rain on the window and warm blanket cuddles with a dash of magic, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches is the book for you.
The romance didn't feel forced but natural and comforting despite their respective trauma, had good communication and all the found family feels. The girls were so sweet and acted like children which was lovely to see. (I might have a particular soft spot for Rosetta!). I'd also happily talk theatre and knit flamingo pink scarves with Ian, bake with Lucie, and garden with long-suffering Ken, I love them!
The writing was funny and warm, with a witty narrative voice. This was a wonderfully cosy romance and found family story. Pick this up on the 23rd August in time for the beginning of autumn!
- Grumpy x Sunshine
- Found family
- Funny
- I-hate-everyone-but-you
- Cosy autumnal vibes
- Queer and POC rep
Thank you Hodder and Stoughton, and NetGalley for providing me with an arc in exchange for an honest review!
'Mika Moon has always been taught to keep a low profile as one of the few witches left in Britain. She never had any problem not drawing attention to herself until one day someone sees her 'pretend' witch videos online and invites her to teach three young witches magic at the intriguing Nowhere House. The only problem? It's forbidden and the prickly (but frustratingly attractive) librarian, Jamie, is determined to see Mika as a threat to the children and family's way of life at every turn. But just as Mika begins to open her heart to belonging anywhere again, a danger threatens to tear apart her new home. Mika must now decided if she should run away or risk it all to help the found family she didn't know she was looking for'.
This was the cosy autumnal palate cleanser I needed. If you want a book that feels like a cup of tea, rain on the window and warm blanket cuddles with a dash of magic, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches is the book for you.
The romance didn't feel forced but natural and comforting despite their respective trauma, had good communication and all the found family feels. The girls were so sweet and acted like children which was lovely to see. (I might have a particular soft spot for Rosetta!). I'd also happily talk theatre and knit flamingo pink scarves with Ian, bake with Lucie, and garden with long-suffering Ken, I love them!
The writing was funny and warm, with a witty narrative voice. This was a wonderfully cosy romance and found family story. Pick this up on the 23rd August in time for the beginning of autumn!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment and Xenophobia
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Racism, and Sexual content
Minor: Alcohol and Death of parent