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Intriguingly, the story dives into themes of identity, friendship, and the fight for autonomy in a society that seeks to suppress individuality. As she grapples with her newfound powers, she finds allies in unexpected places, each character adding depth to her journey. Together, they confront not only external adversaries but also the internal turmoil that comes with embracing who they truly are.
The evocative setting enhances the narrative, painting a vivid picture of the era's struggles and triumphs, while whispers of forbidden magic spark curiosity and danger at every turn. The tension between societal expectations and personal freedom weaves a rich tapestry that reflects the protagonist’s evolution.
Through heart-wrenching choices and thrilling escapades, the protagonist learns that to wield power means accepting the responsibility that comes with it. Ultimately, this tale of bravery and transformation invites readers into a world where magic is not just a means of escape but a crucial element in the fight against the shadows of the past.
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I really didn't enjoy reading this book at all. It was a struggle for me to keep going, hoping that something interesting would happen. The book promised a grand war where Frances had to choose between her fellow witches and the love of her life, but it was all very underwhelming. For almost 80% of the book, nothing significant really happened, and then the war was over in a snap, followed by a predictable "happily ever after" ending that we all know won't last because there's a second book, but I have no plans of reading it. To me, it was a decent book at best, nothing more. I had such high expectations for this book, but unfortunately, it just wasn't for me. Maybe if the book was presented as the witches doing witchy things, I would have enjoyed it more. But even then, it still doesn't add up.
2.5⭐️I wanted desperately to love this book. In the end, it was okay and not something I’ll read again.The premise is good, a witchy historical tale about a girl trying to figure out what happened to her brother, suddenly finding out she has magic. Instead of going to prison for murder as she was fearing, she’s taken to a sanitarium under the guise of being deathly ill when in fact it’s a school for girls, all of them witches.But then, the story starts to fall flat. Frances begins to descend into depression and nothing of note is happening… I just wanted something to happen.Then she meets Finn. The boy who was friends with her brother, the boy she feels drawn to. A romance starts to blossom between the two and you think all is going well, she’s learning proper magic, not just to be a quiet housewife, when things instead turn south and darling Finn becomes this psychotic controlling bastard. I mean, I saw that coming, I don’t know why it took her so long to see it.Most the time while listening to this, I wasn’t quite sure what exactly was supposed to be happening, or I felt a bit bored with the plot. Things felt a bit rushed at the end with Finn suddenly no longer the sweet boy Frances was falling for. Not sure if I will listen to the sequel or not.
