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Six of Sorrow
Sixteen years ago, six girls were born on the same day—and now, on their birthday, one of them is missing. From the author of Starlings comes a story about small-towns, friendships, and the terrifying things your parents don't tell you, that's perfect for fans of Yellowjackets.
For most of her life, Isabeau and her five best friends were inseparable—amazingly enough, the six girls even shared a birthday. Then a rift caused their friendships to fracture, and Iz lost everyone except Reuel, the only one who didn’t abandon her.
Until now. The night of their sixteenth birthday, Isabeau leaves Reuel sitting on her front porch and heads home—and in the morning, Reuel is missing. She’s gone for three days, and when she reappears, there’s something wrong with her. She’s sick. Really sick. And she doesn’t remember anything that happened while she was gone.
If there’s any bright side to the situation, it’s that Reuel’s peculiar disappearance brings the six girls back together. Their sisterhood feels as strong as it was years ago, but when another one of them disappears, they all agree that they must have more in common than simply their birthday. They all feel it. Something’s been waiting for them, and that something has come to claim them one by one.
Deep in their bones, they know—it’s just a matter of time until they they’re all taken. And if they don’t save themselves, no one will.
For most of her life, Isabeau and her five best friends were inseparable—amazingly enough, the six girls even shared a birthday. Then a rift caused their friendships to fracture, and Iz lost everyone except Reuel, the only one who didn’t abandon her.
Until now. The night of their sixteenth birthday, Isabeau leaves Reuel sitting on her front porch and heads home—and in the morning, Reuel is missing. She’s gone for three days, and when she reappears, there’s something wrong with her. She’s sick. Really sick. And she doesn’t remember anything that happened while she was gone.
If there’s any bright side to the situation, it’s that Reuel’s peculiar disappearance brings the six girls back together. Their sisterhood feels as strong as it was years ago, but when another one of them disappears, they all agree that they must have more in common than simply their birthday. They all feel it. Something’s been waiting for them, and that something has come to claim them one by one.
Deep in their bones, they know—it’s just a matter of time until they they’re all taken. And if they don’t save themselves, no one will.
336 pages, Hardcover
First published June 25, 2024
About the author
Amanda Linsmeier
17 books151 followersAmanda Linsmeier has been a book nerd as long as she can remember, and it was that great love of reading—especially R.L. Stine books and fairytales—that brought her to writing her own things. A self-proclaimed wimp, she finds courage in making up stories that scare her a little, and she hopes to scare you a little bit, too. She feels most joyful when writing, scream-singing her favorite songs, playing in the water, and laughing with her beloved family. She lives in a small blue house surrounded by trees and cornfields, with a man who smells like maple syrup and woodsmoke. Together they have three wonderfully wild children, and, somehow, five pets, including two dogs and three half-feral cats. At the time of writing this, a fourth cat is attempting to adopt her. His name is Mercury.
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February 9, 2024
Practical Magic" collides with the intrigue of "Pretty Little Liars" and the supernatural allure of "AHS: Coven," providing the barest framework for the plot, yet delivering an experience more eerie, tempting, and creepy than the sum of these concepts.
The story unfolds in Sorrow, Louisiana, a town steeped in the tales of a presumed witch. It's the birthplace of six close young girlfriends, all born on May 3rd, yet estranged as their lives take diverse paths. Three become the privileged cheerleading elite, Isabeau clings to her friendship with Reuel, and Sloane, the bookish nerd, forges her own connections with a different group.
Isabeau harbors resentment towards Georgia, the snarky queen bee, which alienates her from August and Cori. A pivotal event during their thirteenth birthday celebration severs their bonds, leaving Isabeau clueless about why she lost her friends.
Despite the upheaval, Isabeau finds solace in her relationship with Reuel, even though she conceals her romantic involvement with Grady, the boy who once kissed her and swiftly moved on to her best friend. Reuel proposes an unconventional birthday celebration, a picnic at the graveyard, culminating in a blood ritual that binds them as blood sisters. Tragedy strikes, however, as the night ends with Reuel disappearing.
The remaining girls set aside their differences to unite and find their friend. Upon Reuel's return, she is but a shell of her former self—decaying, pale, cold, unable to eat, haunted by endless nightmares. The girls soon discover they are not alone; a malevolent entity lurks, intruding into their dreams and casting a chilling presence.
As the supernatural threat looms, questions arise about their estranged mother's connection to the unfolding events. Are the girls cursed? If they fail to unveil the nature of the supernatural entity, does it spell their demise or something even worse?
This riveting, fast-paced supernatural thriller compelled me to read with bated breath, eager to unravel the mystery. From the talented writer of "Starlings," the narrative delivers a heart-throbbing, fun ride. Highly recommended for genre enthusiasts and anyone seeking a fast-paced, thrilling, witchy, paranormal experience.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House Children’s/Delacorte Press for generously providing this digital reviewer copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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The story unfolds in Sorrow, Louisiana, a town steeped in the tales of a presumed witch. It's the birthplace of six close young girlfriends, all born on May 3rd, yet estranged as their lives take diverse paths. Three become the privileged cheerleading elite, Isabeau clings to her friendship with Reuel, and Sloane, the bookish nerd, forges her own connections with a different group.
Isabeau harbors resentment towards Georgia, the snarky queen bee, which alienates her from August and Cori. A pivotal event during their thirteenth birthday celebration severs their bonds, leaving Isabeau clueless about why she lost her friends.
Despite the upheaval, Isabeau finds solace in her relationship with Reuel, even though she conceals her romantic involvement with Grady, the boy who once kissed her and swiftly moved on to her best friend. Reuel proposes an unconventional birthday celebration, a picnic at the graveyard, culminating in a blood ritual that binds them as blood sisters. Tragedy strikes, however, as the night ends with Reuel disappearing.
The remaining girls set aside their differences to unite and find their friend. Upon Reuel's return, she is but a shell of her former self—decaying, pale, cold, unable to eat, haunted by endless nightmares. The girls soon discover they are not alone; a malevolent entity lurks, intruding into their dreams and casting a chilling presence.
As the supernatural threat looms, questions arise about their estranged mother's connection to the unfolding events. Are the girls cursed? If they fail to unveil the nature of the supernatural entity, does it spell their demise or something even worse?
This riveting, fast-paced supernatural thriller compelled me to read with bated breath, eager to unravel the mystery. From the talented writer of "Starlings," the narrative delivers a heart-throbbing, fun ride. Highly recommended for genre enthusiasts and anyone seeking a fast-paced, thrilling, witchy, paranormal experience.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House Children’s/Delacorte Press for generously providing this digital reviewer copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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June 18, 2024
"Sixteen years ago, six girls were born on the same day..."
Creepy, witchy, atmospheric, and unique! Six of Sorrow is about six teenage girls living in Sorrow, Louisiana who share the same birthday and become friends until a rift occurs. Isabeau and Reuel remain friends while the other girls go their own ways. Reuel goes missing only to return days later sick with no memory of where she was or what happened to her. The former friends all gather once again. Questions swirl in their minds when another in their group goes missing. What is happening? Why are members of their group being taken? Is there a connection? Is it their shared birthdays or could it be something else entirely???
I enjoyed this creepy, small town supernatural mystery thriller. It was unique, imaginative, well thought out, and enjoyable. This book played out like a movie in my mind. I enjoyed the secrets, the descriptions, the witch aspect, the spells, the danger, the hint of romance, the creepy vibe and the writing. I look forward to reading more books by this author in the future.
Atmospheric, creepy, well thought out, unique, and supernatural. Plus, that cover!
Thank you to Random House Children's | Delacorte Press and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
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Creepy, witchy, atmospheric, and unique! Six of Sorrow is about six teenage girls living in Sorrow, Louisiana who share the same birthday and become friends until a rift occurs. Isabeau and Reuel remain friends while the other girls go their own ways. Reuel goes missing only to return days later sick with no memory of where she was or what happened to her. The former friends all gather once again. Questions swirl in their minds when another in their group goes missing. What is happening? Why are members of their group being taken? Is there a connection? Is it their shared birthdays or could it be something else entirely???
I enjoyed this creepy, small town supernatural mystery thriller. It was unique, imaginative, well thought out, and enjoyable. This book played out like a movie in my mind. I enjoyed the secrets, the descriptions, the witch aspect, the spells, the danger, the hint of romance, the creepy vibe and the writing. I look forward to reading more books by this author in the future.
Atmospheric, creepy, well thought out, unique, and supernatural. Plus, that cover!
Thank you to Random House Children's | Delacorte Press and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com 📖
June 27, 2024
This was such an amazing book! I was completely hooked from the start and couldn't put it down. I just had to keep reading to find out what would happen next.
I was immediately drawn in by the spooky, Gothic atmosphere. The spooky town was a lot of fun, and I love a good magical tale. There are magic spells, witches and demons, but there are also friendships and a hint of romance. And I especially liked the Sapphic representation.
The idea of main characters sharing a birthday and this town under a witch's curse was really intriguing. I was completely captivated by the story's fast-paced plot, which revolved around disappearances and friends coming together to break a curse.
This book addresses a number of serious topics, including broken friendships, sorrow, family concerns, and difficult parent-child relationships. I appreciate how characters were handling their issue. This book is really short, and I believe it would have seemed more finished—especially if it include more of the parents' story.
If you're looking for a quick read that is both sweet and eerie, I highly recommend this!
I was immediately drawn in by the spooky, Gothic atmosphere. The spooky town was a lot of fun, and I love a good magical tale. There are magic spells, witches and demons, but there are also friendships and a hint of romance. And I especially liked the Sapphic representation.
The idea of main characters sharing a birthday and this town under a witch's curse was really intriguing. I was completely captivated by the story's fast-paced plot, which revolved around disappearances and friends coming together to break a curse.
This book addresses a number of serious topics, including broken friendships, sorrow, family concerns, and difficult parent-child relationships. I appreciate how characters were handling their issue. This book is really short, and I believe it would have seemed more finished—especially if it include more of the parents' story.
If you're looking for a quick read that is both sweet and eerie, I highly recommend this!
Shelved as 'wishlist'
February 28, 2024CREEPY SMALL TOWN BOOK WITH OMINOUS PINK COVER FOR THE WIN
June 24, 2024
Since I read a lot of books with a witchy theme, I couldn't pass this one up. Amanda Linsmeier is a new author for me.
Description:
For most of her life, Isabeau and her five best friends were inseparable—amazingly enough, the six girls even shared a birthday. Then a rift caused their friendships to fracture, and Iz lost everyone except Reuel, the only one who didn’t abandon her.
Until now. The night of their sixteenth birthday, Isabeau leaves Reuel sitting on her front porch and heads home—and in the morning, Reuel is missing. She’s gone for three days, and when she reappears, there’s something wrong with her. She’s sick. Really sick. And she doesn’t remember anything that happened while she was gone.
If there’s any bright side to the situation, it’s that Reuel’s peculiar disappearance brings the six girls back together. Their sisterhood feels as strong as it was years ago, but when another one of them disappears, they all agree that they must have more in common than simply their birthday. They all feel it. Something’s been waiting for them, and that something has come to claim them one by one.
Deep in their bones, they know—it’s just a matter of time until they they’re all taken. And if they don’t save themselves, no one will.
My Thoughts:
This fits perfectly in the YA genre, and I can see teens and young adults loving it. I fell into the story quickly and couldn't put the book down until I found out what was going on. It has kind of a creepy, horror feel to it with the girls disappearing and the smells and sickness. Loved the characters, especially Isabeau. I enjoyed how close the girls were with their friendship. The narrative is fast-paced and tense. It is a compelling read and I think anyone who likes a supernatural mystery will enjoy it.
Thanks to Delacorte Press through Netgalley for an advance copy.
Description:
For most of her life, Isabeau and her five best friends were inseparable—amazingly enough, the six girls even shared a birthday. Then a rift caused their friendships to fracture, and Iz lost everyone except Reuel, the only one who didn’t abandon her.
Until now. The night of their sixteenth birthday, Isabeau leaves Reuel sitting on her front porch and heads home—and in the morning, Reuel is missing. She’s gone for three days, and when she reappears, there’s something wrong with her. She’s sick. Really sick. And she doesn’t remember anything that happened while she was gone.
If there’s any bright side to the situation, it’s that Reuel’s peculiar disappearance brings the six girls back together. Their sisterhood feels as strong as it was years ago, but when another one of them disappears, they all agree that they must have more in common than simply their birthday. They all feel it. Something’s been waiting for them, and that something has come to claim them one by one.
Deep in their bones, they know—it’s just a matter of time until they they’re all taken. And if they don’t save themselves, no one will.
My Thoughts:
This fits perfectly in the YA genre, and I can see teens and young adults loving it. I fell into the story quickly and couldn't put the book down until I found out what was going on. It has kind of a creepy, horror feel to it with the girls disappearing and the smells and sickness. Loved the characters, especially Isabeau. I enjoyed how close the girls were with their friendship. The narrative is fast-paced and tense. It is a compelling read and I think anyone who likes a supernatural mystery will enjoy it.
Thanks to Delacorte Press through Netgalley for an advance copy.
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January 24, 2024I wrote this :) This story took many different forms, which I talk a little bit about in the back of the book, and I'm proud of what it has become. I really hope you enjoy my six girls, the world of Sorrow, and all the little creepy moments. I also hope you love the cover as much as I do-- thanks to the talented artist, Kei-Ella Loewe, and yay for more pink books! Thank you so much for reading & reviewing.
-Amanda
-Amanda
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May 31, 2024ARC received! Thank you, Delacorte Press!!
I think this sounds amazing and I LOVE the cover!!
I think this sounds amazing and I LOVE the cover!!
July 1, 2024
2024 reads: 180/250
i received an advanced review copy from the publisher via netgalley in exchange for an honest review. this did not affect my rating.
sixteen years ago, six girls in the town of sorrow were born on the same day. they grew up as a close-knit friend group, but their group is now fractured. on their sixteenth birthday, one of them goes missing. when she reappears three days later, there’s something wrong with her. the girls get back together to figure out what’s going on before they’re all taken.
this was a pretty unique horror book! i loved the small southern town drama and the weird happenings in said small southern town. isabeau was an interesting character and i loved how her relationship with reuel was explored. when the six split up, isabeau and reuel remained friends, but that doesn’t mean everything is perfect between them.
i really enjoyed this and i’d recommend to anyone wanting a YA horror read!
i received an advanced review copy from the publisher via netgalley in exchange for an honest review. this did not affect my rating.
sixteen years ago, six girls in the town of sorrow were born on the same day. they grew up as a close-knit friend group, but their group is now fractured. on their sixteenth birthday, one of them goes missing. when she reappears three days later, there’s something wrong with her. the girls get back together to figure out what’s going on before they’re all taken.
this was a pretty unique horror book! i loved the small southern town drama and the weird happenings in said small southern town. isabeau was an interesting character and i loved how her relationship with reuel was explored. when the six split up, isabeau and reuel remained friends, but that doesn’t mean everything is perfect between them.
i really enjoyed this and i’d recommend to anyone wanting a YA horror read!
June 23, 2024
I really enjoyed this book. It was a little spooky, a little witchy, and had a lot of teenage charm. Six girls, born on the same day, live in the spooky town of Sorrow. Named after a witch who founded the town, there's even a spooky cemetery. When one of the girls goes missing, the remaining 5 band together to find her. She is found, but she isn't the same. When another of the girls goes missing, they realize something is very wrong. The six girls have been targeted. Can they find the culprit before it's too late?
This book is fast-paced, with likable characters and charm. The overall message of friendship and young love was very sweet. While I did feel the ending was a little rushed, it was a very fun reading experience.
Six of Sorrow will be released June 25, 2024.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Delacorte Press for the opportunity to read this book.
This book is fast-paced, with likable characters and charm. The overall message of friendship and young love was very sweet. While I did feel the ending was a little rushed, it was a very fun reading experience.
Six of Sorrow will be released June 25, 2024.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Delacorte Press for the opportunity to read this book.
June 28, 2024
I wanted to give this author another chance since this new story was separate from her previous (and with sapphic rep) but, sadly, I had the same issue.
The writing is not bad, neither is the pacing nor the characters; I find her plots really uninteresting. The blurb sounds cool (both did) and the story didn't grab my attention at all (both didn't).
So, this is a goodbye to the author.
The writing is not bad, neither is the pacing nor the characters; I find her plots really uninteresting. The blurb sounds cool (both did) and the story didn't grab my attention at all (both didn't).
So, this is a goodbye to the author.
March 18, 2024
This was definitely something! The mystery was pretty interesting even though characters were at times generic. Pacing was also a but off but overall a sold book.
ARC kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
ARC kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
March 1, 2024
Amanda Linsmeier’s sophomore novel, “Six of Sorrow” takes place in the small town of Sorrow, Louisiana, following six teenage girls born on May 3rd. Some strange things start to happen to the girls after their 16th birthdays and together they are determined to solve the mysteries that unfold henceforth.
This fast-paced supernatural young adult thriller is perfect for those who enjoyed “Pretty Little Liars.” When I saw this recommended to fans of “Yellowjackets” I was all in - especially after enjoying the author’s debut novel “Starlings.” While I think the “Yellowjackets” comparison is a stretch - this modern day story has a charm of its own that will keep the reader engaged trying to predict what’s going on.
Thank you so much to NetGalley & Delacorte Press for sending me a copy of this ARC in exchange for my honest review. I enjoy Amanda Linsmeier’s writing and I was itching to find out what was out to get these ladies.
3.5 stars !
This fast-paced supernatural young adult thriller is perfect for those who enjoyed “Pretty Little Liars.” When I saw this recommended to fans of “Yellowjackets” I was all in - especially after enjoying the author’s debut novel “Starlings.” While I think the “Yellowjackets” comparison is a stretch - this modern day story has a charm of its own that will keep the reader engaged trying to predict what’s going on.
Thank you so much to NetGalley & Delacorte Press for sending me a copy of this ARC in exchange for my honest review. I enjoy Amanda Linsmeier’s writing and I was itching to find out what was out to get these ladies.
3.5 stars !
June 18, 2024
My thanks to NetGalley and Delacorte Press/Random House Children's Books for the ARC of 'Six Of Sorrow' in exchange for an honest review.
Definitely one of those books where you want to put off doing other stuff so you can keep reading to see what happens next. It's a nicely witch-crafted (so to speak) chill-you-to-the-bone brew of bubbling toil, trouble and growing dread.
I loved the setting of Sorrow, a little island-town parked off the Louisiana coast across from New Orleans. Supposedly named after a legendary witch, the town's supernatural elements rise up to bedevil six teen girls, all born on the same day. Why them? And why now? And what or who is the source of all this scary torment afflicting these girls? Now you know why this book's guaranteed to keep you glued to it till you find out.
Through childhood Isabeau and her five friends, Reuel, Georgia, August, Cori and Sloane were inseparable. But starting after their tweens, something split them apart, with only Isabeau and Reuel remaining BFFs. But then Reuel's mysterious three day disappearance rocks the community and serves to re-bond the girls' sisterhood. Though she's found safe and sound, Reuel's health and physical appearance alarmingly deteriorate - as if her life force is being drained out of her to make something (or someone else) stronger.
And it's clear to the girls that one by one, they're in the cross hairs of some terrible vengeful entity......and it's up to them to find out what's after them and save their own lives. Are they cursed? And what's the how, why and who of it?
Those questions and their answers kept me pinned to the pages all the way through. Filled with moments of unease, suspense and nightmarish dreams, I can't think of a better way to add real chills to your summer reading. I can also imagine 'Six of Sorrow' as a top Halloween season read and would make a surefire mini-series to rival 'Pretty Little Liars'. .....
(Please check out my other reviews at www.thesandyquill.blogspot.com)
Definitely one of those books where you want to put off doing other stuff so you can keep reading to see what happens next. It's a nicely witch-crafted (so to speak) chill-you-to-the-bone brew of bubbling toil, trouble and growing dread.
I loved the setting of Sorrow, a little island-town parked off the Louisiana coast across from New Orleans. Supposedly named after a legendary witch, the town's supernatural elements rise up to bedevil six teen girls, all born on the same day. Why them? And why now? And what or who is the source of all this scary torment afflicting these girls? Now you know why this book's guaranteed to keep you glued to it till you find out.
Through childhood Isabeau and her five friends, Reuel, Georgia, August, Cori and Sloane were inseparable. But starting after their tweens, something split them apart, with only Isabeau and Reuel remaining BFFs. But then Reuel's mysterious three day disappearance rocks the community and serves to re-bond the girls' sisterhood. Though she's found safe and sound, Reuel's health and physical appearance alarmingly deteriorate - as if her life force is being drained out of her to make something (or someone else) stronger.
And it's clear to the girls that one by one, they're in the cross hairs of some terrible vengeful entity......and it's up to them to find out what's after them and save their own lives. Are they cursed? And what's the how, why and who of it?
Those questions and their answers kept me pinned to the pages all the way through. Filled with moments of unease, suspense and nightmarish dreams, I can't think of a better way to add real chills to your summer reading. I can also imagine 'Six of Sorrow' as a top Halloween season read and would make a surefire mini-series to rival 'Pretty Little Liars'. .....
(Please check out my other reviews at www.thesandyquill.blogspot.com)
June 6, 2024
pride month book #2! thank you netgalley for the arc!
i actually really liked this. while there was no huge 'twist,' the atmosphere was consistently spooky and despite having six protagonists they didn't really blend together much---they all had their own distinct personalities and made for a good group. also i honestly loved the character names for all of the main six, isabeau is an AWESOME name. i am writing it down.
the spooky island delivered as a spooky island and the girl sleepover friendship delivered blood pacts and unyielding devotion. about what i wanted from it really!
i know i was complaining about the amount of adjectives at the beginning but honestly i only really noticed during the less tense scenes in the beginning and the end. when the stakes were high the writing changed to reflect that, which i respect, and i enjoyed the book a lot more because of that!
also damn look at that gorgeous pink cover
i actually really liked this. while there was no huge 'twist,' the atmosphere was consistently spooky and despite having six protagonists they didn't really blend together much---they all had their own distinct personalities and made for a good group. also i honestly loved the character names for all of the main six, isabeau is an AWESOME name. i am writing it down.
the spooky island delivered as a spooky island and the girl sleepover friendship delivered blood pacts and unyielding devotion. about what i wanted from it really!
i know i was complaining about the amount of adjectives at the beginning but honestly i only really noticed during the less tense scenes in the beginning and the end. when the stakes were high the writing changed to reflect that, which i respect, and i enjoyed the book a lot more because of that!
also damn look at that gorgeous pink cover
May 3, 2024
Six girls born on the same day.... friends...all of their mothers have moved back to town.
If that doesn't give you chills and scary fable vibes I don't know what will!
Isabeau and her five friends turn 16 at the start of the story and slowly but surely bad things begin to happen. When Isabeau finds a spell book in her attic, she begins to suspect that their mothers know more about what is happened then they let on. The girls need to work together fast - it's a matter of life and death.
Some of the twists were a bit too much, but this spooky book was incredibly entertaining and I would recommend to any YA lover. Linsmeierc creates a whole atmospheric world where magical happenings seem normalized along with your every day pep rallies and school drama!
#randomhouse #randomhousechildrens #sixofsorrow #amandalinsmeier
If that doesn't give you chills and scary fable vibes I don't know what will!
Isabeau and her five friends turn 16 at the start of the story and slowly but surely bad things begin to happen. When Isabeau finds a spell book in her attic, she begins to suspect that their mothers know more about what is happened then they let on. The girls need to work together fast - it's a matter of life and death.
Some of the twists were a bit too much, but this spooky book was incredibly entertaining and I would recommend to any YA lover. Linsmeierc creates a whole atmospheric world where magical happenings seem normalized along with your every day pep rallies and school drama!
#randomhouse #randomhousechildrens #sixofsorrow #amandalinsmeier
June 24, 2024
ARC via NetGalley.
It's got a Practical Magic reference and therefore, I am sold on it. There's nothing like the friendship between teenage girls, and this is another great story capturing the complex dynamic. The capacity of teen girls for fury and forgiveness. That's the real magic.
I could have actually gone with this being about a hundred pages longer. There's a rich source of lore in this book and while I love that we focus on our main character in the present and how she finds her inner strength and conviction, but the history of Sorrow would be interesting as well. Don't worry, Iz's story is fully complete and her growth arc is beautiful, but I would not have blinked at spending more time in the lore.
I was genuinely unnerved at the last 20% or so of the book, as the threat became clearer and more powerful. I don't recommend reading this in the dark unless you're looking to get the creeps - I had to turn a light on when I finished and tried to go to bed.
Girl power in it's best form, and the truth the friendships only end when we let them. Definitely recommend.
It's got a Practical Magic reference and therefore, I am sold on it. There's nothing like the friendship between teenage girls, and this is another great story capturing the complex dynamic. The capacity of teen girls for fury and forgiveness. That's the real magic.
I could have actually gone with this being about a hundred pages longer. There's a rich source of lore in this book and while I love that we focus on our main character in the present and how she finds her inner strength and conviction, but the history of Sorrow would be interesting as well. Don't worry, Iz's story is fully complete and her growth arc is beautiful, but I would not have blinked at spending more time in the lore.
I was genuinely unnerved at the last 20% or so of the book, as the threat became clearer and more powerful. I don't recommend reading this in the dark unless you're looking to get the creeps - I had to turn a light on when I finished and tried to go to bed.
Girl power in it's best form, and the truth the friendships only end when we let them. Definitely recommend.
June 25, 2024
Thank you NetGalley and Random House Children’s for accepting my request for an ACR of this book!
“We are surrounded by death”
2.75/5
After getting five chapters in I could finally pinpoint the vibes of this book, besides it having a tense overall theme it also reminded me of House of Hollow. When reading the book though I found it to jump from being tense to a slow pace. My other critique on it was that there was supposedly six main characters (Isabeau, Reuel, Georgina, Solaina, August, and Cori) it was made clear as I read on that Isabeau, Reuel, and Georgina were the main, main characters, even though we only got to really know Isabeau (because it was from her POV) but also a little bit of Reuel. I did enjoy the setting and getting to know the background of the town. I will say that I felt like it sounded like it was information dumping but not, since most of it came from the book in the story or Isabeau explaining to the reader.
“We are surrounded by death”
2.75/5
After getting five chapters in I could finally pinpoint the vibes of this book, besides it having a tense overall theme it also reminded me of House of Hollow. When reading the book though I found it to jump from being tense to a slow pace. My other critique on it was that there was supposedly six main characters (Isabeau, Reuel, Georgina, Solaina, August, and Cori) it was made clear as I read on that Isabeau, Reuel, and Georgina were the main, main characters, even though we only got to really know Isabeau (because it was from her POV) but also a little bit of Reuel. I did enjoy the setting and getting to know the background of the town. I will say that I felt like it sounded like it was information dumping but not, since most of it came from the book in the story or Isabeau explaining to the reader.
July 2, 2024
This book was fine... It wasn't bad or not worth reading but it was also not a book I would recommend either.
The premise being said to be like Yellow jackets, the description, the cover it all caught my attention.
The book though was flat and disjointed. There was a slow mysterious build up I loved and then it was just a rushed ending to pull it all together.
There was so much promise here but it felt like a TV show that had laid so many clues and then didn't know how to connect them all so it just threw everything at it at once.
It was good enough I didn't DNF it and I liked some characters. But some of the girls I just didn't either. The romance thrown in didn't fit either, it was just rushed.
I know it was YA but I've read so many YA that are there, it's one of my favorite genres. All of it was just almost there but not quite unfortunately.
Thanks NetGalley and Random House Childrens for the ARC to read.
The premise being said to be like Yellow jackets, the description, the cover it all caught my attention.
The book though was flat and disjointed. There was a slow mysterious build up I loved and then it was just a rushed ending to pull it all together.
There was so much promise here but it felt like a TV show that had laid so many clues and then didn't know how to connect them all so it just threw everything at it at once.
It was good enough I didn't DNF it and I liked some characters. But some of the girls I just didn't either. The romance thrown in didn't fit either, it was just rushed.
I know it was YA but I've read so many YA that are there, it's one of my favorite genres. All of it was just almost there but not quite unfortunately.
Thanks NetGalley and Random House Childrens for the ARC to read.
March 1, 2024
Another fun YA horror from Amanda Linsmeier! I love the creepy gothic atmosphere in her books and how easy they are to read. The mystery in this one was great - six ex-best friends all born on the same day come together again after one of them goes missing. There are witches, spells, and demons, but also friendships, mother daughter relationships, and a bit of romance. I would recommend this if you’re looking for a spooky and fast paced yet heartwarming read!
Thank you to Random House for the ARC!
Thank you to Random House for the ARC!
May 20, 2024
I loved how this felt like a 90’s teen horror film and also a sweet ode to sisterhood/girlhood wrapped into one. Several of the chapters had me leaving the light on to go to sleep, which is very rare for me. It wasn’t in-your-face scary but just so very deeply unsettling! Excellent sophomore book by a wonderful writer!
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
November 17, 2023
Amanda Linsmeier has a style all of her own and uniquely suited to her storytelling. Six Of Sorrow weaves a mesmerizing tale of friendship and deceit, love and magic. Deliciously creepy, this book kept me spellbound from the first line to the last.
July 6, 2024
I received a free eARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I feel like I requested this one based on the cover, and as I’ve never actually watched Yellowjackets, I cannot attest to how similar it is to the show (although every blurb I’ve read certainly wants me to think that!).
Our protagonist is Isabeau (Iz for short). She used to have a group of five other best friends - they were drawn together because all six of them share the same birthday (even though only two of the six were actually born in Sorrow). But when they were 13, they had some kind of falling out (we do eventually get an explanation for it - basically boils down to teenaged poor communication skills) and now it’s just Iz and her best friend Reuel. The town of Sorrow is this little island off the coast of Louisiana - I have no idea if it’s a real place, or just based on a real place, but the scene setting is really effective. There’s a legend of a witch, named Sorrow, who once lived on the island, and every year on a certain day (which happens to be the girls’ birthday), people burn bonfires and wishes (like, literal wishes on a piece of paper) in her “honor.” There’s definitely some magical realism at play here - at first everything seems like it’s grounded in reality, but it eventually becomes clear that there are supernatural forces at work.
Iz and Reuel skip the beach parties and have their own party…in the cemetery. But after they part ways for the night, Reuel goes missing. It’s awful, obviously, but it has the unintended side effect of reuniting the other girls. And then Reuel returns, but something isn’t quite right. She’s clearly really sick - starving but can’t eat, her skin has a weird pallor, etc. And then one of the *other* girls also goes missing, so it’s clear there’s something really wrong here.
I was ready to call vampire, given the “I’m starving but I can’t eat” angle, but without spoiling anything I’ll say it does NOT go that route, which is a relief. It’s been years since vampire mania, but I confess to still feeling vampire fatigue. It reminded me a lot of both The Grace Year and Wilder Girls - those intense friendships, a world that isn’t *quite* right. Without giving too much away, we do eventually learn that the girls’ mothers, who they’d always thought didn’t get along as a group, were closer than they realized, and they’re involved with all the weirdness currently going on.
As has been the case with so much of the YA I’ve read lately, I eventually found myself more interested in the mothers than the daughters. To be clear, I was all in on Iz and Reuel and the rest of the crew. But once it became clear that their mothers actually were involved, I wished we’d had more perspective from them instead. But again, that’s not the story we’re here for. I kind of wish they’d left the mothers out of it entirely, especially because the romance element at the end feels a little rushed, and for perhaps the first time ever, I wish we’d had a little more focus on that instead!
This has its flaws, but I did really enjoy it! It’s creepy but not super scary, and it’s kind of walking that line between outright fantasy and magical realism (I’ll be interested to see what sticker ends up on its spine once we catalog it!). It also helps that it’s a stand alone rather than a series starter - I think we’re starting to see more stand alone YA books again, and I for one am thrilled about it. It’s also NOT 500 pages long, which is sadly a trend that persists in YA (my teen librarian and I were literally just talking about this earlier today, although it seems like it strikes more established authors - like no one wants to tell them to cut anything!). So bonus stars for both of those things!
I feel like I requested this one based on the cover, and as I’ve never actually watched Yellowjackets, I cannot attest to how similar it is to the show (although every blurb I’ve read certainly wants me to think that!).
Our protagonist is Isabeau (Iz for short). She used to have a group of five other best friends - they were drawn together because all six of them share the same birthday (even though only two of the six were actually born in Sorrow). But when they were 13, they had some kind of falling out (we do eventually get an explanation for it - basically boils down to teenaged poor communication skills) and now it’s just Iz and her best friend Reuel. The town of Sorrow is this little island off the coast of Louisiana - I have no idea if it’s a real place, or just based on a real place, but the scene setting is really effective. There’s a legend of a witch, named Sorrow, who once lived on the island, and every year on a certain day (which happens to be the girls’ birthday), people burn bonfires and wishes (like, literal wishes on a piece of paper) in her “honor.” There’s definitely some magical realism at play here - at first everything seems like it’s grounded in reality, but it eventually becomes clear that there are supernatural forces at work.
Iz and Reuel skip the beach parties and have their own party…in the cemetery. But after they part ways for the night, Reuel goes missing. It’s awful, obviously, but it has the unintended side effect of reuniting the other girls. And then Reuel returns, but something isn’t quite right. She’s clearly really sick - starving but can’t eat, her skin has a weird pallor, etc. And then one of the *other* girls also goes missing, so it’s clear there’s something really wrong here.
I was ready to call vampire, given the “I’m starving but I can’t eat” angle, but without spoiling anything I’ll say it does NOT go that route, which is a relief. It’s been years since vampire mania, but I confess to still feeling vampire fatigue. It reminded me a lot of both The Grace Year and Wilder Girls - those intense friendships, a world that isn’t *quite* right. Without giving too much away, we do eventually learn that the girls’ mothers, who they’d always thought didn’t get along as a group, were closer than they realized, and they’re involved with all the weirdness currently going on.
As has been the case with so much of the YA I’ve read lately, I eventually found myself more interested in the mothers than the daughters. To be clear, I was all in on Iz and Reuel and the rest of the crew. But once it became clear that their mothers actually were involved, I wished we’d had more perspective from them instead. But again, that’s not the story we’re here for. I kind of wish they’d left the mothers out of it entirely, especially because the romance element at the end feels a little rushed, and for perhaps the first time ever, I wish we’d had a little more focus on that instead!
This has its flaws, but I did really enjoy it! It’s creepy but not super scary, and it’s kind of walking that line between outright fantasy and magical realism (I’ll be interested to see what sticker ends up on its spine once we catalog it!). It also helps that it’s a stand alone rather than a series starter - I think we’re starting to see more stand alone YA books again, and I for one am thrilled about it. It’s also NOT 500 pages long, which is sadly a trend that persists in YA (my teen librarian and I were literally just talking about this earlier today, although it seems like it strikes more established authors - like no one wants to tell them to cut anything!). So bonus stars for both of those things!
June 29, 2024
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of this book. Honest review to follow.
Listen. The cover of this book is the reason I requested it on NetGalley. It's so pretty, right? Don't let that influence you though, because as far as I can tell there is literally no connection to the actually story. And the cover is the only good thing about it.
Now, the story? It was... fine. The concept was good and the framework was there but the execution was... not good. I refuse to say "well, it's YA, so it should be an easier read", or whatever bullshit people might say. High schoolers read Shakespeare, they can read a well-written book with more descriptive words than Terra Cotta, umber, sepia-brown, and burnt sienna to describe skin tones. Maybe even give us *something* about your diverse group of characters that means something other than "I better make sure I have a burnt sienna person to meet a self-imposed DEI quota". All 6 of the girls could have been the same girl; there was no depth, no differentiation, no development. One was rich, one was poor. One liked art, one like literature. Two were cheerleaders. One was goth (I guess, I mean she wore all black and wrote poetry, so...?) and one wore pink all the time. They all had weird-ass indescribable names. Idk. I just did not care about any of the girls.
Then there were the moms. What in the actual f.....? These women were not only completely worthless, they were so, terribly, annoyingly, STUPID. They not only caused the trouble their 16 year old daughters were dealing with but they did NOTHING to help and in fact made it worse by not working with them and trying to send them all home separately while they worked out a plan even though the girls knew they needed to stick together and already had a well-researched and reasonable plan?! This could have been such a great moment of mother-daughter solidarity, and could have given the moms redemption for what they did 20+ years ago that started this all, but instead they just don't. do. anything? And don't even check in with the girls until morning? Fucking dumb.
And that's not even talking about Isabeau's mom's alcoholism and adultery and how that's all some weird after-school special-type storyline that just gets neatly wrapped in a bow at the end.
Anyway, my copy was an ARC, so maybe some errors and typos were fixed before going to print but there were some glaring issues that were so easy to fact check in 30 seconds right from my phone, I wonder how the editor has a job. For example, I'm not even from Louisiana, have never been, but I do have Google Maps, so I'm curious... what island ferry would drop you off at Toulouse Street in NOLA? Do you live in the Mississippi River? Also Frenchman Street should be Frenchmen Street, amiright? All the history of Voodoo in NOLA and all the metaphysical/magic shops you could imagine and you send these girls to a white woman named Melissa's crystal shop for advice? Weird. Anyway.
Guys, I did not like this book. I don't recommend it and I am truly sad about it. I really think it could have been something if it didn't sound like it was written by a 15 year old. Our kids are not stupid. Don't write for them like they are. Also, plenty of adults enjoy reading YA because of the stories/themes, not because they want to be talked down to by someone with a 64 count box of Crayolas in from of them who thinks you have to say "verdigris green" because apparently no one knows what verdigris is without your help.
Listen. The cover of this book is the reason I requested it on NetGalley. It's so pretty, right? Don't let that influence you though, because as far as I can tell there is literally no connection to the actually story. And the cover is the only good thing about it.
Now, the story? It was... fine. The concept was good and the framework was there but the execution was... not good. I refuse to say "well, it's YA, so it should be an easier read", or whatever bullshit people might say. High schoolers read Shakespeare, they can read a well-written book with more descriptive words than Terra Cotta, umber, sepia-brown, and burnt sienna to describe skin tones. Maybe even give us *something* about your diverse group of characters that means something other than "I better make sure I have a burnt sienna person to meet a self-imposed DEI quota". All 6 of the girls could have been the same girl; there was no depth, no differentiation, no development. One was rich, one was poor. One liked art, one like literature. Two were cheerleaders. One was goth (I guess, I mean she wore all black and wrote poetry, so...?) and one wore pink all the time. They all had weird-ass indescribable names. Idk. I just did not care about any of the girls.
Then there were the moms. What in the actual f.....? These women were not only completely worthless, they were so, terribly, annoyingly, STUPID. They not only caused the trouble their 16 year old daughters were dealing with but they did NOTHING to help and in fact made it worse by not working with them and trying to send them all home separately while they worked out a plan even though the girls knew they needed to stick together and already had a well-researched and reasonable plan?! This could have been such a great moment of mother-daughter solidarity, and could have given the moms redemption for what they did 20+ years ago that started this all, but instead they just don't. do. anything? And don't even check in with the girls until morning? Fucking dumb.
And that's not even talking about Isabeau's mom's alcoholism and adultery and how that's all some weird after-school special-type storyline that just gets neatly wrapped in a bow at the end.
Anyway, my copy was an ARC, so maybe some errors and typos were fixed before going to print but there were some glaring issues that were so easy to fact check in 30 seconds right from my phone, I wonder how the editor has a job. For example, I'm not even from Louisiana, have never been, but I do have Google Maps, so I'm curious... what island ferry would drop you off at Toulouse Street in NOLA? Do you live in the Mississippi River? Also Frenchman Street should be Frenchmen Street, amiright? All the history of Voodoo in NOLA and all the metaphysical/magic shops you could imagine and you send these girls to a white woman named Melissa's crystal shop for advice? Weird. Anyway.
Guys, I did not like this book. I don't recommend it and I am truly sad about it. I really think it could have been something if it didn't sound like it was written by a 15 year old. Our kids are not stupid. Don't write for them like they are. Also, plenty of adults enjoy reading YA because of the stories/themes, not because they want to be talked down to by someone with a 64 count box of Crayolas in from of them who thinks you have to say "verdigris green" because apparently no one knows what verdigris is without your help.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 4, 2024
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#sixofsorrow by @amandalinsmeier
@netgalley OMG! I am so happy I downloaded this!! If you liked books such as #practicalmagic and #thecraft or #goosebumps and/or #witchythings THEN YOU ARE IN FOR A TREAT!!!!
Six best friends born on the same day, moms that hide their previous friendships and all attending the same school encounter evil for the first time. Though they lost touch one day for reasons unknown, 2 of the girls remained inseparable - Reuel and Izzy. They head to the cemetery in the town of Sorrow to celebrate. Gifts are traded and a blood pact is made - to remain best friends forever. Spilled blood in Sorrows cemetery awakens true evil. That night, Reuel disappears without any evidence of a fight. Izzy is traumatized.
All 6 friends finally come together to find Reuel but they didn’t have to look for to long. Reuel shows up. On the verge of death, dehydration, and the stench of a rotting corpse the girls reform their bond to find out what happened! Why did Reuel leave and come back? Why is she sickly ill? And why does another one of their friends disappear 🫠
I GIVE 6 STARS OUT OF 5!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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🩷🩷BOOK REVIEW!!🩷🩷
#sixofsorrow by @amandalinsmeier
@netgalley OMG! I am so happy I downloaded this!! If you liked books such as #practicalmagic and #thecraft or #goosebumps and/or #witchythings THEN YOU ARE IN FOR A TREAT!!!!
Six best friends born on the same day, moms that hide their previous friendships and all attending the same school encounter evil for the first time. Though they lost touch one day for reasons unknown, 2 of the girls remained inseparable - Reuel and Izzy. They head to the cemetery in the town of Sorrow to celebrate. Gifts are traded and a blood pact is made - to remain best friends forever. Spilled blood in Sorrows cemetery awakens true evil. That night, Reuel disappears without any evidence of a fight. Izzy is traumatized.
All 6 friends finally come together to find Reuel but they didn’t have to look for to long. Reuel shows up. On the verge of death, dehydration, and the stench of a rotting corpse the girls reform their bond to find out what happened! Why did Reuel leave and come back? Why is she sickly ill? And why does another one of their friends disappear 🫠
I GIVE 6 STARS OUT OF 5!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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June 19, 2024
Thank you to NetGalley and Delacorte Press for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review. This is a great gateway into spookiness for younger readers while also incorporating more inclusivity than books of the past. The writing was extremely juvenile but it did feel like it was coming from a sixteen-year-old girl and felt true to the story. I wish the story dug a bit deeper into the lore of the small town but I loved the progression of the plot as the teenagers attempt to figure out what is going on and how to stop it. Something that definitely felt unrealistic and the reason I can't give this book five stars is just how useless the families (especially the group of mothers) were. These teenage girls managed to figure out what was going on with less information than the grown adults did and that was too farfetched for me but a younger reader will probably overlook this.
This is going to sound extremely judgey but did negatively impact my reading experience for whatever reason so I do feel the need to mention it. Isabeau might be the worst main character name I have ever come across. Everyone else has quirky or different names but no one else's bothered me. Isabeau however threw me every time I saw it on the page.
Definitely recommend this one for a witchy vibe and to readers in their early teen years.
This is going to sound extremely judgey but did negatively impact my reading experience for whatever reason so I do feel the need to mention it. Isabeau might be the worst main character name I have ever come across. Everyone else has quirky or different names but no one else's bothered me. Isabeau however threw me every time I saw it on the page.
Definitely recommend this one for a witchy vibe and to readers in their early teen years.
March 8, 2024
I’m such a fan of Amanda Linsmeier’s works, and after reading and loving her debut, Starlings, I had high expectations for her next novel. And the author didn’t disappoint me. Six of Sorrow gave me all sorts of vibes from stories I’ve enjoyed, such as Practical Magic, Hocus Pocus, and The Witching Hour.
Linsmeier’s writing is lyrical, but accessible, drawing me into the narrative with ease. I’d be sitting with the intention of only reading a chapter or two, then find myself several chapters in. The atmosphere was deliciously creepy, and while the tone felt sorrowful, there was a levity throughout. The careful way the author wove the suspense kept me intrigued. But while the mystery of it all pulled at my curiosity, the six girls kept me invested.
If you’ve ever been blessed to have a wonderful friendship, then you know how truly magical those bonds can be. Six of Sorrow showed all of that—the messiness, the pitfalls, and the love. It left me with a warm fuzzy feeling and a yearning for more friendship books. And any book that leaves me with a strong positive emotion afterwards is a book I’ll treasure.
Linsmeier’s writing is lyrical, but accessible, drawing me into the narrative with ease. I’d be sitting with the intention of only reading a chapter or two, then find myself several chapters in. The atmosphere was deliciously creepy, and while the tone felt sorrowful, there was a levity throughout. The careful way the author wove the suspense kept me intrigued. But while the mystery of it all pulled at my curiosity, the six girls kept me invested.
If you’ve ever been blessed to have a wonderful friendship, then you know how truly magical those bonds can be. Six of Sorrow showed all of that—the messiness, the pitfalls, and the love. It left me with a warm fuzzy feeling and a yearning for more friendship books. And any book that leaves me with a strong positive emotion afterwards is a book I’ll treasure.
June 23, 2024
This book blew me away. It had gorgeous writing, spooky moments that freaked me out, and a cast of characters that I loved.
I was immediately drawn to this book because of the cover and I'm so glad I decided to read it. I loved the magical side that the author created, I loved the spookiness and the uncertainty of what was making the girls so ill. This was one of those books that I could surprisingly see playing out like a movie in my head, which doesn't happen often. The author did such a great job of describing all of the details so it was easy for me to picture and really added a lot to the story for me. I loved all of the characters especially Iz and how much love she had for all of her friends. A lot of her childhood and growing up I could relate to in many different ways so I felt a special connection with her character.
I'm so excited to have a new favorite author to auto buy everything she writes. This is a book that's going to stick with me and I'll be thinking about for awhile.
Many thanks to Random House Children's | Delacorte Press for the review copy!
I was immediately drawn to this book because of the cover and I'm so glad I decided to read it. I loved the magical side that the author created, I loved the spookiness and the uncertainty of what was making the girls so ill. This was one of those books that I could surprisingly see playing out like a movie in my head, which doesn't happen often. The author did such a great job of describing all of the details so it was easy for me to picture and really added a lot to the story for me. I loved all of the characters especially Iz and how much love she had for all of her friends. A lot of her childhood and growing up I could relate to in many different ways so I felt a special connection with her character.
I'm so excited to have a new favorite author to auto buy everything she writes. This is a book that's going to stick with me and I'll be thinking about for awhile.
Many thanks to Random House Children's | Delacorte Press for the review copy!
June 20, 2024
Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read this remarkable story!
Six girls born on the same day. Best friends. Family. Only now they don’t speak. One of them goes missing and they all find their way back to each other. Only to discover danger is lurking in the shadows. Hunting them. This story was magical. I got sucked in. It was so hard to put this book down. Every turn of a page a new element to the story appeared. The writing captured the town perfectly. I could see it vividly in my mind. Each girls personality was written so beautifully. I found myself connecting my own friends and family to each girl. This story took me on a wild ride. So many twists and turns. It had me crying, laughing, scared. For anyone wanting a creepy story with witchy elements, magic, found family/best friends and complicated family history, this one is for you!
Six girls born on the same day. Best friends. Family. Only now they don’t speak. One of them goes missing and they all find their way back to each other. Only to discover danger is lurking in the shadows. Hunting them. This story was magical. I got sucked in. It was so hard to put this book down. Every turn of a page a new element to the story appeared. The writing captured the town perfectly. I could see it vividly in my mind. Each girls personality was written so beautifully. I found myself connecting my own friends and family to each girl. This story took me on a wild ride. So many twists and turns. It had me crying, laughing, scared. For anyone wanting a creepy story with witchy elements, magic, found family/best friends and complicated family history, this one is for you!
March 22, 2024
I loved this so much !!!! it was referred to as a cross between “pretty little liars” and “practical magic “ and that’s exactly the vibe that I got the whole time reading this book it’s everything you want in a witchy girl group mystery ! Was an easy 4 star read for me an would absolutely read it again
June 29, 2024
3.5 rounding up! 😊 I enjoyed many things but it’s still a newer kind of genre for me!
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