The Witchling Apprentice

This is the story of a witch who is trying to rise to the position of an apprentice in order to escape from her overly protective uncle's grasp. In order to become an apprentice, she must pass a potions making test. By passing, she will also be fully inducted into her town's coven and be allowed access to the townspeoples' secrets. However, Cassandra Booth realizes that joining the coven will not be as easy or satisfying as she believed.

The author tries to depict Cassandra as a powerful witch amidst people who have been brainwashed by the coven's unorthodox practices. However, Cassandra ends up coming off as a contrary girl who makes trouble for everyone with her decisions that do not change the end result of her “predicament.” Instead of a powerful witch, she seems more like someone extremely lucky with potions at the most pivotal moments.

Beyond simply the main character, the plot was somewhat tepid. Only a few noteworthy scenes occurred. The book mainly consisted of the main character complaining about having her lifelong wish being granted, and pining for her aunt to come home to save the day. This monotony was expounded by the small range of settings. The budding love triangle had potential but did not impact the plot much.

This book introduces the reader to an interesting and unconventional world but does not exploring it enough.