The Nature of Witches

2/5 stars

This book had so much potential, but it missed the mark so much. The dialogue was so stiff and often unnecessary. I never felt connected to any of the characters. The entire book was 350 pages of weak plot. There was a good overall plot, but the character-specific plot gave me nothing. It was an original idea-witches that helped control the climate-but the plot was Nothing New (feat. Phoebe Bridgers) (Taylor's Version) (From The Vault).

3.5⭐

This is Folklore by Taylor Swift in book format, more specifically Cardigan.

Or at least that's how it felt for me.

I loved how insidious it was on feelings and healing relationships with others and within yourself. But I felt like I lacked the ambiance needed to be reading this book: a house in the woods, a porch with a rocking chair, hot tea and a blanket. Which unfortunately I dont have 🥲

Despite all of that, I think it's a good book, it just felt so chill, and I like my books to make me suffer 🥲😂

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. (via Netgalley)

I was intrigued by the premise of this story and ended up really enjoying it. The author does a great job of world building, make it easy for me to create a mental picture of what was happening in the books.

I have to say that this book is stunning. From start to finish. There are not many books that I receive arcs of that I actually go out and buy hardcover but this is on my shelves and it is stunning. In a world where witchcraft is to the season, she was born in. Clara was born an Everwitch and is now able to use the magic of all seasons which is very rare. With such magical ability comes the power that is immeasurable and hungry seeing as if Clara doesn't control her powers, they tend to go after the ones she loves most. The solar eclipse is fast approaching and all witches are required by law to flee the path of totality, for being in the eclipse's path will strip a witch of her powers permanently. If Clara can't find a way to get her powers under control before the eclipse arrives, she has vowed to strip her powers to prevent hurting anyone else she loves.

That is all I am giving away from the story. I think. Now it's time for some honesty. I don't read enough YA to be a professional in this genre but I can tell you that I really did enjoy this. I am hoping that there might be a book two. I loved the magic in this book and thought it was a very unique take. The nature and weather that the author ties into each season in the book are just simply beautiful. I also loved that the author had a bisexual main character and managed to write it without it being complicated or questioned or over-explained or rationalized. There is so much beautiful character growth in this novel. There are not enough novels that express that love is love no matter who you chose to love. . Griffin elegantly explores risk and trust and believing in yourself. This was just an outstanding feel-good read. Thank you NetGalley for my arc I am truly sorry for my delay.

It was a nice read overall.
We see our main character, Clara, as she's trying to come to terms with her magic, trying to love it and learning to control it. The storyline was a bit hectic, though, because things were happening throughout the year, like summer, autumn, winter, spring, summer, autumn. As for me, there wasn't enough magic description and the way it works.
Nonetheless, I had a good time reading this story.