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The Weybourne Witches
A captivating tale of witches, women and the will to survive…1647, The village of Weybourne, Norfolk
Brigid Netherwell is accused of witchcraft and condemned to death in front of her young daughter Willow who vows to record her family's story.
Decades later, twin sisters Myrtle and Marigold Netherwell are forced to confront the dark secrets of the past and the legacy of the Netherwell women…
Step into their world and awaken your own magic.
Brigid Netherwell is accused of witchcraft and condemned to death in front of her young daughter Willow who vows to record her family's story.
Decades later, twin sisters Myrtle and Marigold Netherwell are forced to confront the dark secrets of the past and the legacy of the Netherwell women…
Step into their world and awaken your own magic.
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Published January 2, 2025
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December 28, 2024
Myrtle has lived a long life, and now, in her twilight years, she's decided to record her life history alongside her ancestors. Through her reading the stories and reminiscing on her own, we get a picture into her struggles and achievements through life.
*****
I wasn't expecting this to be a magical realism book in the way that it was presented. We're given random views into the past in a disjointed way for a good chunk of the beginning of the book. That's interspersed with vague details of current day, before we get into the meat of the story, which is all current day. It had the potential to be an epic and interesting read, but in reality, it was sad and flat. The core of the story is a young girl who consistently gives up all of her time, care, and mental health to take care of her neglectful drunk of a mother and her mentally unwell and abusive twin. She gives up everyone she's ever loved, all of her dreams and freedoms, and all of her youth, to be dedicated to a sister who wants to ruin her. It's just slowly sadder and sadder that she's wasted all of her life, being at the beck and call of someone who treated her terribly, and she'll maybe get a decade or two in advanced age to live as she wants.
That, combined with the callous and cold way all of the female family members are abused, and its just casually brushed aside was unsettling. It's almost framed in a way that it's expected, or not that important each time a woman in the family line is abused, assaulted, and raped. It was astounding to me that it would be presented so nonchalantly just to advance the story. Especially when the entire premise of good and evil hinges on a conflict we don't get nearly enough details into, and is resolved way too easily.
This book left me unsatisfied, and I can't see what I would recommend about it, as the only impact it had on me was to feel sorry for the lead.
*****
Thank you, NetGalley and HarperCollins One More Chapter for the digital ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
*****
I wasn't expecting this to be a magical realism book in the way that it was presented. We're given random views into the past in a disjointed way for a good chunk of the beginning of the book. That's interspersed with vague details of current day, before we get into the meat of the story, which is all current day. It had the potential to be an epic and interesting read, but in reality, it was sad and flat. The core of the story is a young girl who consistently gives up all of her time, care, and mental health to take care of her neglectful drunk of a mother and her mentally unwell and abusive twin. She gives up everyone she's ever loved, all of her dreams and freedoms, and all of her youth, to be dedicated to a sister who wants to ruin her. It's just slowly sadder and sadder that she's wasted all of her life, being at the beck and call of someone who treated her terribly, and she'll maybe get a decade or two in advanced age to live as she wants.
That, combined with the callous and cold way all of the female family members are abused, and its just casually brushed aside was unsettling. It's almost framed in a way that it's expected, or not that important each time a woman in the family line is abused, assaulted, and raped. It was astounding to me that it would be presented so nonchalantly just to advance the story. Especially when the entire premise of good and evil hinges on a conflict we don't get nearly enough details into, and is resolved way too easily.
This book left me unsatisfied, and I can't see what I would recommend about it, as the only impact it had on me was to feel sorry for the lead.
*****
Thank you, NetGalley and HarperCollins One More Chapter for the digital ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
January 24, 2025
I gradually grew to enjoy this book but it did take me a while to settle into the narrative. In addition, I found the climax a bit underwhelming at the end and I don’t think the execution was quite so effective.
This is a tale about the Netherwell women who have been witches for centuries. Readers follow just a couple of ancient stories before we zoom in on the lives of Myrtle and Marigold. Twins, they are as connected to their witchy ancestry as their mothers before them and this has created a life that is slightly detached from everyone around them. Despite being twins, Myrtle and Marigold could not be more different and over time, Myrtle emotionally draws away from the family home, experiencing the broader world that Marigold violently shuns.
I really wanted the writer to develop Marigold’s character more. She is presented as rather abusive towards her twin with significant mental health problems. However, these appear to be swept away, justified as evidence of Marigold being “infected” by the dark magic of the Netherwell family. I think the story would have benefitted from episodes being told from Marigold’s perspective, rather than readers just seeing how the twins grew up from Myrtle’s voice.
I deeply sympathised with Myrtle because she has a very difficult life. She is forced to look after her sister, moves to being a carer for her mother and daily living falls to her shoulders. Falling pregnant at a young age means Myrtle has to make decisions far too young in life and I felt sorry for all of her hardships. I don’t think readers truly see her happy until the penultimate chapters.
The majority of the story is about Myrtle and Marigold but I found the opening chapters to be confusing because they were disjointed tales of the twins’ family history and what happened to other female witches. Initially, I thought this was going to be a dual-timeline story, but after a couple of episodes, the remainder of the story follows Myrtle growing up. At the other end of the story, I thought the final showdown that Myrtle experiences was a bit lack lustre. There is a lot of build up to it with plenty of pathetic fallacy, but I felt that some chanting and yelling seemed to do the job. I would have preferred it to have been a bit more prolonged – a bit like some of the narrative in places.
However, I overall enjoyed the novel, even if it did need a bit of tweaking. It is an interesting tale of the Netherwell women and their supernatural ways. With respect for Mother Nature and a developed understanding of plants and herbs, they are presented as quite calm and peaceful. On the other hand, there is an omnipresent darkness that runs throughout, personified by Marigold’s distant, sometimes violent behaviour, which shows how much the Netherwell women have experienced over time.
With thanks to One More Chapter, Harper Collins and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is a tale about the Netherwell women who have been witches for centuries. Readers follow just a couple of ancient stories before we zoom in on the lives of Myrtle and Marigold. Twins, they are as connected to their witchy ancestry as their mothers before them and this has created a life that is slightly detached from everyone around them. Despite being twins, Myrtle and Marigold could not be more different and over time, Myrtle emotionally draws away from the family home, experiencing the broader world that Marigold violently shuns.
I really wanted the writer to develop Marigold’s character more. She is presented as rather abusive towards her twin with significant mental health problems. However, these appear to be swept away, justified as evidence of Marigold being “infected” by the dark magic of the Netherwell family. I think the story would have benefitted from episodes being told from Marigold’s perspective, rather than readers just seeing how the twins grew up from Myrtle’s voice.
I deeply sympathised with Myrtle because she has a very difficult life. She is forced to look after her sister, moves to being a carer for her mother and daily living falls to her shoulders. Falling pregnant at a young age means Myrtle has to make decisions far too young in life and I felt sorry for all of her hardships. I don’t think readers truly see her happy until the penultimate chapters.
The majority of the story is about Myrtle and Marigold but I found the opening chapters to be confusing because they were disjointed tales of the twins’ family history and what happened to other female witches. Initially, I thought this was going to be a dual-timeline story, but after a couple of episodes, the remainder of the story follows Myrtle growing up. At the other end of the story, I thought the final showdown that Myrtle experiences was a bit lack lustre. There is a lot of build up to it with plenty of pathetic fallacy, but I felt that some chanting and yelling seemed to do the job. I would have preferred it to have been a bit more prolonged – a bit like some of the narrative in places.
However, I overall enjoyed the novel, even if it did need a bit of tweaking. It is an interesting tale of the Netherwell women and their supernatural ways. With respect for Mother Nature and a developed understanding of plants and herbs, they are presented as quite calm and peaceful. On the other hand, there is an omnipresent darkness that runs throughout, personified by Marigold’s distant, sometimes violent behaviour, which shows how much the Netherwell women have experienced over time.
With thanks to One More Chapter, Harper Collins and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
December 25, 2024
The Weybourne Witches is the story of Myrtle, a 60 year old woman who is writing the story of her life and family. Overall I enjoyed reading this book quite a bit & I would recommend it to anyone wanting to read a witchy tale with strong women characters. It was cosy but also quite dark, with some heavy themes. The characters were well-written, fairly unique and enjoyable to read about. I particularly enjoyed Myrtle’s arc, there was some mystery around what happened to her & I felt engaged by this. She was also my favourite character though there were some good side characters too. The book was easy to read & I never felt any confusion about what was happening - it was all very straightforward.
This book contains a few instances of sexual assault but the way they are written is sort of matter-of-fact with little emotion. As someone who can be triggered by SA in books I’m not really sure how I felt about this. The SA was written in a way that I could just read and then move on quite quickly and I didn’t really *feel* much emotion in response to it which I think is both a good thing and a bad thing. Good in that it wasn’t triggering at all for me (this is really positive in my mind) but bad because I sort of think SA should be more uncomfortable to read about 🤷🏼♀️
Thank you to NetGalley, the author & publisher for providing me with an ARC that I was able to read and review.
This book contains a few instances of sexual assault but the way they are written is sort of matter-of-fact with little emotion. As someone who can be triggered by SA in books I’m not really sure how I felt about this. The SA was written in a way that I could just read and then move on quite quickly and I didn’t really *feel* much emotion in response to it which I think is both a good thing and a bad thing. Good in that it wasn’t triggering at all for me (this is really positive in my mind) but bad because I sort of think SA should be more uncomfortable to read about 🤷🏼♀️
Thank you to NetGalley, the author & publisher for providing me with an ARC that I was able to read and review.
February 24, 2025
Boring, clunky, do not recommend. This had the potential to be a great book, but the narrative was not up to the task.
The main character is Myrtle, who uses past and present to tell her story and those of the witches in her ancestry. She has an evil twin sister and the plot was supposedly about this clash of power, with spirits of the dead on both good and evil sides helping along the way. Unfortunately the majority of the book was mundane, and moments of suspense would be broken by her going home or something. For example towards the end we get the stupidly easy solution to her life long problem, but it gets interrupted just as the tension is building so that she can go home, put on a warm jumper, woolly socks, wellies, and spend time sorting out herbs and crystals for spells.
The book covers the time span from when Myrtle was born until she is retired, but major life moments, like rape, and giving her child up for adoption at birth were dealt with flippantly before bouncing into a different bit of the story. Her sister has dark magic, but neither she, her mum, or the coven, do anything useful to combat it, with most of the references to Marigold (the sister) describing her like a child with special needs who doesn't like loud sounds, or like a petulant child who can be distracted with food.
The only parts of the book with any detail are those that describe the herbs, the crystals, words, and actions used for spells. Seriously at one point something happened and then there were three pages going on about how a spell was created. Chapter 17 in particular read like a leaflet for 'why witchcraft is good', but did nothing to further the actual story.
None of the characters made me care about them, they lacked depth. By the end I was actually groaning with disappointment every time I turned a page and there was still another chapter.
The use of a grimoire with stories of her ancestors in it could have been better, and indeed I have recently read Weyward by Emilia Hart where this exact story device is not only done well but becomes an integral part of the plot. Here it does not, it comes over as a lazy way to explain the background, like when you're on the second book of a series and the first few pages try and cram all of the important points from book one into them.
The only good thing I have to say about it is that I borrowed it from the library, so I didn't waste money on it.
The main character is Myrtle, who uses past and present to tell her story and those of the witches in her ancestry. She has an evil twin sister and the plot was supposedly about this clash of power, with spirits of the dead on both good and evil sides helping along the way. Unfortunately the majority of the book was mundane, and moments of suspense would be broken by her going home or something. For example towards the end we get the stupidly easy solution to her life long problem, but it gets interrupted just as the tension is building so that she can go home, put on a warm jumper, woolly socks, wellies, and spend time sorting out herbs and crystals for spells.
The book covers the time span from when Myrtle was born until she is retired, but major life moments, like rape, and giving her child up for adoption at birth were dealt with flippantly before bouncing into a different bit of the story. Her sister has dark magic, but neither she, her mum, or the coven, do anything useful to combat it, with most of the references to Marigold (the sister) describing her like a child with special needs who doesn't like loud sounds, or like a petulant child who can be distracted with food.
The only parts of the book with any detail are those that describe the herbs, the crystals, words, and actions used for spells. Seriously at one point something happened and then there were three pages going on about how a spell was created. Chapter 17 in particular read like a leaflet for 'why witchcraft is good', but did nothing to further the actual story.
None of the characters made me care about them, they lacked depth. By the end I was actually groaning with disappointment every time I turned a page and there was still another chapter.
The use of a grimoire with stories of her ancestors in it could have been better, and indeed I have recently read Weyward by Emilia Hart where this exact story device is not only done well but becomes an integral part of the plot. Here it does not, it comes over as a lazy way to explain the background, like when you're on the second book of a series and the first few pages try and cram all of the important points from book one into them.
The only good thing I have to say about it is that I borrowed it from the library, so I didn't waste money on it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 17, 2024
Firstly thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the advanced copy of this book in return for my honest opinion.
I love reading stories about witches and the witch hunters and thought this is what this book was going to be about . I found the book easy to read however really wanted it to go into the twins ancestors history a bit more and be less about their relationship in present day . I felt it did not cover the past relationship between the Netherwell family and the longe family . An ok read but nothing outstanding.
I love reading stories about witches and the witch hunters and thought this is what this book was going to be about . I found the book easy to read however really wanted it to go into the twins ancestors history a bit more and be less about their relationship in present day . I felt it did not cover the past relationship between the Netherwell family and the longe family . An ok read but nothing outstanding.
May 28, 2025
The Weybourne Witches is a truly magnificent and magical book! Once you start it you can’t put it down! Left me wanting a part 2!!
February 5, 2025
So this is about a family of witches, who throughout the ages get raped and impregnated by some evil men from the Longe family. The longe family also want to kill the witches, despite keeping impregnating them. Mrytle has a baby, who her twin sister Marigold (who wants to help the Longe family) wants to hurt. Myrtle then decides to keep the baby safe by giving it to the local doctor, visiting regularly and bringing the kid to visit mean old aunt Marigold. Marigold keeps talking about how the Longe men are wanting to take the baby and will hurt them all, they seem to do this by appearing as shadows who make threats, then disappear when told to or having salt thrown at them. When marigold gets mean, she’s distracted with food like a golden retriever and forgets to be evil. The build up looks like the shadows will somehow work with Marigold to kill everyone, except she then just drops dead. After a very boring ‘climactic’ battle with Marigold’s ghost and the shadows where they all shout at each other, everyone lives happily ever after.
None of this makes sense:
Why the Longe family actually want to destroy their own bloodline essentially.
Why they always seem to find one of the witches
Why the hell would you ‘protect’ a baby by exposing it to the person who wants to kill it, and just keep telling her not to do that?
How has Mrytle got a mega successful business, despite barely ever leaving her house?
How is the woman who is constantly referring to her ‘weak powers’ able to overcome the bad guys who are supposedly super strong? It’s Harry Potter all over again, he was a crap wizard too.
On the whole, utter shite.
None of this makes sense:
Why the Longe family actually want to destroy their own bloodline essentially.
Why they always seem to find one of the witches
Why the hell would you ‘protect’ a baby by exposing it to the person who wants to kill it, and just keep telling her not to do that?
How has Mrytle got a mega successful business, despite barely ever leaving her house?
How is the woman who is constantly referring to her ‘weak powers’ able to overcome the bad guys who are supposedly super strong? It’s Harry Potter all over again, he was a crap wizard too.
On the whole, utter shite.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 10, 2025
2.5 stars
This story had potential, and I did enjoy it to an extent, but… it was really poorly written AND edited. Not from a language perspective - I actually think the author has a good way with words - but in terms of continuity and timeline. The jumps between different time periods are, at times, confusing, and the overall chronology is inconsistent. It also clearly lacks proper research on neopaganism and the Wheel of the Year which, as a witch, I found both annoying and a bit disrespectful.
There are also several glaring errors that no one else seems to have noticed (at least, I haven’t seen anyone mention them in other reviews).
Here are some examples:
I may have missed others, and sometimes the time jumps between past and present Myrtle weren’t clear at all.
Another thing, from a personal perspective:
A further note: at one point, the author uses the word “smudging” to describe smoke cleansing. “Smudging” is a closed Native American practice, not a synonym for smoke cleansing, and therefore shouldn’t be used in this context.
It’s a shame, as I think with a bit more attention to detail, this could have been a great book!
This story had potential, and I did enjoy it to an extent, but… it was really poorly written AND edited. Not from a language perspective - I actually think the author has a good way with words - but in terms of continuity and timeline. The jumps between different time periods are, at times, confusing, and the overall chronology is inconsistent. It also clearly lacks proper research on neopaganism and the Wheel of the Year which, as a witch, I found both annoying and a bit disrespectful.
There are also several glaring errors that no one else seems to have noticed (at least, I haven’t seen anyone mention them in other reviews).
Here are some examples:
I may have missed others, and sometimes the time jumps between past and present Myrtle weren’t clear at all.
Another thing, from a personal perspective:
A further note: at one point, the author uses the word “smudging” to describe smoke cleansing. “Smudging” is a closed Native American practice, not a synonym for smoke cleansing, and therefore shouldn’t be used in this context.
It’s a shame, as I think with a bit more attention to detail, this could have been a great book!
January 6, 2025
The Weybourne Witches is a novel with real potential, but also one that didn't quite live up to that potential for me. It's slow, built up of journal entries reaching into a long and tortured past of Mytle and through her, her sister Marigold. The line of Netherwell has been a long and fraught one, full of the curse of the Longe family which has haunted them for generation unto generation. Each Netherwell witch bears a child young. Each Netherwell witch is ensnared in some way by a Longe and their daughters carry the blood line of the dark curse.
This is both a cozy fantasy and a dark and tumultuous one. Although much of the dark side is in the history, it still has a marked impact on the present day. It's a strange combination and one that might have worked had I been more present in events. But told through the series of diary entries, there's a distance here and it made it difficult to fully engage with the events and characters. There's a lot of misery here over the years with a significant amount of sexual abuse that the author seems to depict in a blasé 'this is the curse and these things happen way' which didn't sit well with me either.
I'll admit, the curse also never made much sense to me and whilst the threat of the dark evil looming over their heads was undeniable within the context of the novel, I just didn't engage with the rising sense of tension. If anything, I was in the 'put Marigold in a home for God's sake' brigade, which probably isn't the message the author was trying to convey.
All in all, this is a novel where the bones are solid but it probably should have been told in the present day so you didn't know the end of the story before you began and could go along with the tension that was clearly intended to be built up. I'd have liked more meat on the bones as well, particularly in regards to the curse and exactly why it was haunting these women down the generations. That said, I was intrigued enough to continue and finish this and I thought the ending was well done.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for my free review copy of this title.
This is both a cozy fantasy and a dark and tumultuous one. Although much of the dark side is in the history, it still has a marked impact on the present day. It's a strange combination and one that might have worked had I been more present in events. But told through the series of diary entries, there's a distance here and it made it difficult to fully engage with the events and characters. There's a lot of misery here over the years with a significant amount of sexual abuse that the author seems to depict in a blasé 'this is the curse and these things happen way' which didn't sit well with me either.
I'll admit, the curse also never made much sense to me and whilst the threat of the dark evil looming over their heads was undeniable within the context of the novel, I just didn't engage with the rising sense of tension. If anything, I was in the 'put Marigold in a home for God's sake' brigade, which probably isn't the message the author was trying to convey.
All in all, this is a novel where the bones are solid but it probably should have been told in the present day so you didn't know the end of the story before you began and could go along with the tension that was clearly intended to be built up. I'd have liked more meat on the bones as well, particularly in regards to the curse and exactly why it was haunting these women down the generations. That said, I was intrigued enough to continue and finish this and I thought the ending was well done.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for my free review copy of this title.
September 19, 2025
What would YOU do if you had to choose between your twin sister or your child you havn’t even given birth to yet? Well that’s what our FMC Myrtle had to do when her ancestors told her she had to choose in order to protect and save their bloodline.
The Netherwell bloodline is cursed when Brigid was convicted of witchcraft in 1647 after a married man in the Longe bloodline decided to condemn her of witchcraft rather than admit to his wife he had hooked up with Brigid. The Longe bloodline is a long living family tree with powerful but dark and demonic intentions, while the Netherwell bloodline is the opposite.
The Longes want to harness the powers of the Netherwells, so the men of that bloodline intentionally seek out the Netherwells to reproduce with- if a girl is born the Longes will seek to destroy her, if a boy is born the Longes seek to recruit him in their work to build their forces.
While burning at the stake, Brigid spoke into existence one final curse; that all future Netherwell women would only conceive girls. Flash forward a few generations and Moonstone is giving birth. Except she births twin girls, Myrtle and Marigold. The first set of twins to enter the bloodline and the ancestors are split between abandoning the second born or not. They are not confident that a first set of twins to the bloodline is not an omen. As the girls enter their 13th year and receive their witchy powers, the girls are clearly opposite in their intentions- Marigold dabbles with the dark arts while Myrtle walks a peaceful witchy path.
When Moonstone dies though, Myrtle, only 17 years old, is forced to choose between raising her twin sister, or raising her unborn daughter- because Marigold has threatened to harm the baby if she is kept.
This book follows the battles Myrtle faces with ancestors beyond the veil, the demonic ancestors that have latched on to Marigold, the risks and choices she faces with her own daughter, && whether or not she can break the bloodline curse and bring an end to the grip the Longe bloodline has on the Netherwells so her bloodline can continue on safely.
Overall, I enjoyed this book and would recommend.
The Netherwell bloodline is cursed when Brigid was convicted of witchcraft in 1647 after a married man in the Longe bloodline decided to condemn her of witchcraft rather than admit to his wife he had hooked up with Brigid. The Longe bloodline is a long living family tree with powerful but dark and demonic intentions, while the Netherwell bloodline is the opposite.
The Longes want to harness the powers of the Netherwells, so the men of that bloodline intentionally seek out the Netherwells to reproduce with- if a girl is born the Longes will seek to destroy her, if a boy is born the Longes seek to recruit him in their work to build their forces.
While burning at the stake, Brigid spoke into existence one final curse; that all future Netherwell women would only conceive girls. Flash forward a few generations and Moonstone is giving birth. Except she births twin girls, Myrtle and Marigold. The first set of twins to enter the bloodline and the ancestors are split between abandoning the second born or not. They are not confident that a first set of twins to the bloodline is not an omen. As the girls enter their 13th year and receive their witchy powers, the girls are clearly opposite in their intentions- Marigold dabbles with the dark arts while Myrtle walks a peaceful witchy path.
When Moonstone dies though, Myrtle, only 17 years old, is forced to choose between raising her twin sister, or raising her unborn daughter- because Marigold has threatened to harm the baby if she is kept.
This book follows the battles Myrtle faces with ancestors beyond the veil, the demonic ancestors that have latched on to Marigold, the risks and choices she faces with her own daughter, && whether or not she can break the bloodline curse and bring an end to the grip the Longe bloodline has on the Netherwells so her bloodline can continue on safely.
Overall, I enjoyed this book and would recommend.
January 2, 2025
Although my reading preferences can be summarized as "anything that includes some sort or form of magic", the historical part of the genre is a little less prominent on my shelves. However, this story sounded really promising when I stumbled upon it on Netgalley and luckily One More Chapter granted me a digital review copy.
It's hard to put into words why this book didn't grab me. The book has some interesting elements. The magic, the curse, the strength of the women and all the generations trying to help each other. I just think that the writing style of the book didn't click with me, causing the entire book to not really click with me.
Although the book consists of what are supposed to be journal entries, it's hard to really connect with the characters writing their story. The writing feels a little distant, as if it's stripped of all the pure emotions. A lot is told, but not really shown and therefore it's hard to really feel for these characters. We're not in the moment with them, after all.
It also took me a long time to understand what kind of story the author was telling and why we were especially following Myrtle. And although her story was interesting, especially her love for her sister and how far she was willing to go to protect her, I would have loved to learn earlier than we're basically reading the story of how the curse is broken.
Basically: if you really wanna feel with and for the characters while reading, this might not be your book. If you care less about any of that, the story might be more interesting for you.
It's hard to put into words why this book didn't grab me. The book has some interesting elements. The magic, the curse, the strength of the women and all the generations trying to help each other. I just think that the writing style of the book didn't click with me, causing the entire book to not really click with me.
Although the book consists of what are supposed to be journal entries, it's hard to really connect with the characters writing their story. The writing feels a little distant, as if it's stripped of all the pure emotions. A lot is told, but not really shown and therefore it's hard to really feel for these characters. We're not in the moment with them, after all.
It also took me a long time to understand what kind of story the author was telling and why we were especially following Myrtle. And although her story was interesting, especially her love for her sister and how far she was willing to go to protect her, I would have loved to learn earlier than we're basically reading the story of how the curse is broken.
Basically: if you really wanna feel with and for the characters while reading, this might not be your book. If you care less about any of that, the story might be more interesting for you.
January 3, 2025
I very rarely read anhthing even remotely paranormal, but the cover and blurb for The Weybourne Witches hooked me and I’m very glad I did read this book. At its most basic level this is all about good trumphing over evil, but it’s really a story of personal growth for central character Myrtle Netherwell, who comes from a very long line of white witches. Myrtle is an empath and believes in kindness to others and to the natural world, but she’s plagued by her twin Marigold, who is close to the complete opposite, teasing Myrtle and causing havoc and mysery for those who cross her. All the Netherwell witches have given birth out of wedlock and always to daughters. They are plagued by the men of the Longe family, who are pure evil and who are determined to destroy them. It is always a Locke man who tricks a Netherwell woman into lying with him, and when Myrtle and Marigold are born, their father immediately tries to gain control of them through Marigold. Despite these otherworldly battles of will, this story showcases a gentle way of life that is simple, nature-based and gentle. I loved the various rituals Myrtle performed and the central role the Tree Of Life, a large old oak, played in the story. I also loved the ideal of a raven, Ragnis, and a fox, Willow, watching over Myrtle. The book also has a very strong feminist theme as the sisterhood of Myrtle’s coven and ancesters protect her, her daughter Gaia and her granddaughter Summer. Though not my normal reading material, I really enjoyed this book.
February 2, 2025
I don't usually review or rate three star books. For me, that's just an OK read, one I probably wouldn't recommend or think about after I read it.
But this book actually has a lot going for it, it just probably wasn't for me.
A story of witches through the ages. This book had so much going for it. It was beautiful in that it really did portray the magic and history of the Netherwell women well.
I loved the time hopping POV of this story, the way the story carried through the timelines and the writing of their stories. The way the ancestors spoke to the women in the generation under the tree, offering its protection.
It was, however, painfully slow for me in that I kept wanting something more to happen. And it really didn't, maybe only in a brief part of a chapter at the end.
Maybe Its me, and I'm expecting something different from what the author intended. Maybe she wanted this to be merely a retelling of their lives. A story about the power of witches and women supporting each other. And it was.
But I felt that the curse and darkness held so much potential for a great story above this, and I kept expecting more, hence the three stars.
I felt like the whole time I was reading, I wanted this big face off of good and evil, and for the FMC to get her life back. And while this did happen, it took 60 years and then happened in a few pages. Rather disappointing given the potential of what was a great beautifully written story otherwise.
Thanks to netgalley for my gifted ebook. All thoughts are my own.
But this book actually has a lot going for it, it just probably wasn't for me.
A story of witches through the ages. This book had so much going for it. It was beautiful in that it really did portray the magic and history of the Netherwell women well.
I loved the time hopping POV of this story, the way the story carried through the timelines and the writing of their stories. The way the ancestors spoke to the women in the generation under the tree, offering its protection.
It was, however, painfully slow for me in that I kept wanting something more to happen. And it really didn't, maybe only in a brief part of a chapter at the end.
Maybe Its me, and I'm expecting something different from what the author intended. Maybe she wanted this to be merely a retelling of their lives. A story about the power of witches and women supporting each other. And it was.
But I felt that the curse and darkness held so much potential for a great story above this, and I kept expecting more, hence the three stars.
I felt like the whole time I was reading, I wanted this big face off of good and evil, and for the FMC to get her life back. And while this did happen, it took 60 years and then happened in a few pages. Rather disappointing given the potential of what was a great beautifully written story otherwise.
Thanks to netgalley for my gifted ebook. All thoughts are my own.
December 10, 2024
If I had to describe this book I would call it “cozy fantasy.” I wish I had found and been approved for it earlier this fall. It would have been a great porch read on a cool fall evening.
While I liked the vibes of the book, sometimes the story was confusing. I believe this was due to editing. For instance, in chapter 4 Theda thinks if she kills FOUR people many would live. Yet at this point her grandmother had only told her she had to kill Ingulf and his father. It isn’t for another few sentences later the grandmother informs her she must also kill her parents. There was a few instances of things like this.
At one point it talks about Richard getting Gaia an apartment in Holt, yet nothing had been mentioned regarding her divorce yet. So that was a bit confusing.
Again, I am assuming there are things that got missed when things got moved around in the editing process.
If I’m being honest, and maybe this an issue with me and not the book whatsoever, I’m still confused about this feud with the Longes. What is the end game here? Was Marigold on their side? What is the point? I just kept asking, “but why?” Why do they want her? But why does it make them stronger? But why does Marigold seem to enjoy it?
Also, maybe someone should have put Marigold in her place? Like, it’s a bunch of witches. Why did they all enable her to wreak havoc and be so awful?
While I liked the vibes of the book, sometimes the story was confusing. I believe this was due to editing. For instance, in chapter 4 Theda thinks if she kills FOUR people many would live. Yet at this point her grandmother had only told her she had to kill Ingulf and his father. It isn’t for another few sentences later the grandmother informs her she must also kill her parents. There was a few instances of things like this.
At one point it talks about Richard getting Gaia an apartment in Holt, yet nothing had been mentioned regarding her divorce yet. So that was a bit confusing.
Again, I am assuming there are things that got missed when things got moved around in the editing process.
If I’m being honest, and maybe this an issue with me and not the book whatsoever, I’m still confused about this feud with the Longes. What is the end game here? Was Marigold on their side? What is the point? I just kept asking, “but why?” Why do they want her? But why does it make them stronger? But why does Marigold seem to enjoy it?
Also, maybe someone should have put Marigold in her place? Like, it’s a bunch of witches. Why did they all enable her to wreak havoc and be so awful?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 17, 2024
The premise of this book was what drew me in and made me so interested in reading this. I will never pass up on the opportunity to read a book about witches. It is the way to my heart.
The first few chapters of The Weybourne Witches were great - they set up the premise of this coven of Netherwell witches and their rivalry with the Longues. Going into it, I was expecting this story to predominately take place in the 1600s, not the 1960s and 70s! Some of the story lines involving the curse made sense for the 1600s... for the later years not so much.
The way in which the author wrote about the absolute cruelty to some of the girls in this book truly drew me out of the story and made me want to stop reading. The author casually writes about young girls being raped and abused in a very emotionless way, which I found to be quite haunting. There is a dire need for trigger warnings at the start of this book - they are lacking.
Ultimately, while the premise was interesting, I found the narrative to be awkward, emotionless, and confusing. I was questioning the rivalry with the Longues throughout (why did it continue? why did these girls continue to fall for these men? why did mothers continue to push their thirteen-year old daughters on horrible men twice their age?). I came away with more questions than answers.
The first few chapters of The Weybourne Witches were great - they set up the premise of this coven of Netherwell witches and their rivalry with the Longues. Going into it, I was expecting this story to predominately take place in the 1600s, not the 1960s and 70s! Some of the story lines involving the curse made sense for the 1600s... for the later years not so much.
The way in which the author wrote about the absolute cruelty to some of the girls in this book truly drew me out of the story and made me want to stop reading. The author casually writes about young girls being raped and abused in a very emotionless way, which I found to be quite haunting. There is a dire need for trigger warnings at the start of this book - they are lacking.
Ultimately, while the premise was interesting, I found the narrative to be awkward, emotionless, and confusing. I was questioning the rivalry with the Longues throughout (why did it continue? why did these girls continue to fall for these men? why did mothers continue to push their thirteen-year old daughters on horrible men twice their age?). I came away with more questions than answers.
December 12, 2024
A huge thank you to NetGalley, the publisher, and Amber Raven for providing me with an ARC of The Weybourne Witches in exchange for my honest review.
The Weybourne Witches is a spellbinding tale that explores the lives of the Netherwell women — a bloodline of witches whose legacy spans centuries. As these women confront the darkness posed by those seeking to exploit their magic, their stories of resilience and power are revealed in vivid detail.
This book is pure witchy perfection and an absolute joy to read! Amber Raven skillfully weaves together multiple time periods and points of view, a narrative structure that could easily become confusing. However, she handles these transitions with grace, creating a seamless tapestry of interconnected stories. Each Netherwell woman feels richly developed, and I found myself deeply invested in their journeys. It takes real talent to breathe life into so many characters, and Amber Raven accomplishes this effortlessly.
The ending was beautiful, leaving me with a mix of emotions that lingered long after I finished the book. If you love stories steeped in magic and family legacies, The Weybourne Witches is a must-read — especially for fans of witchy stories such as Practical Magic.
The Weybourne Witches is a spellbinding tale that explores the lives of the Netherwell women — a bloodline of witches whose legacy spans centuries. As these women confront the darkness posed by those seeking to exploit their magic, their stories of resilience and power are revealed in vivid detail.
This book is pure witchy perfection and an absolute joy to read! Amber Raven skillfully weaves together multiple time periods and points of view, a narrative structure that could easily become confusing. However, she handles these transitions with grace, creating a seamless tapestry of interconnected stories. Each Netherwell woman feels richly developed, and I found myself deeply invested in their journeys. It takes real talent to breathe life into so many characters, and Amber Raven accomplishes this effortlessly.
The ending was beautiful, leaving me with a mix of emotions that lingered long after I finished the book. If you love stories steeped in magic and family legacies, The Weybourne Witches is a must-read — especially for fans of witchy stories such as Practical Magic.
December 30, 2024
Thank you NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter for this eCopy to review
The Weybourne Witches by Amber Raven is a captivating tale set in the village of Weybourne, Norfolk, in 1647. The story begins with Brigid Netherwell, who is accused of witchcraft and condemned to death in front of her young daughter, Willow. Willow vows to record her family's story, ensuring their legacy is not forgotten.
Decades later, the narrative shifts to twin sisters Myrtle and Marigold Netherwell. They are forced to confront the dark secrets of their past and the legacy of the Netherwell women. As they navigate their own challenges, the story explores themes of resilience, family, and the enduring power of magic.
I enjoyed the atmospheric imagery and vivid storytelling, which transported me to the world of the Netherwell witches. The characters are richly developed, and their stories are intertwined with historical and magical elements that made the narrative compelling and immersive.
Overall, The Weybourne Witches is a spellbinding read that delves into the lives of women who must confront the darkness and secrets of their heritage. It's a story of survival, love, and the strength found in family bonds.
The Weybourne Witches by Amber Raven is a captivating tale set in the village of Weybourne, Norfolk, in 1647. The story begins with Brigid Netherwell, who is accused of witchcraft and condemned to death in front of her young daughter, Willow. Willow vows to record her family's story, ensuring their legacy is not forgotten.
Decades later, the narrative shifts to twin sisters Myrtle and Marigold Netherwell. They are forced to confront the dark secrets of their past and the legacy of the Netherwell women. As they navigate their own challenges, the story explores themes of resilience, family, and the enduring power of magic.
I enjoyed the atmospheric imagery and vivid storytelling, which transported me to the world of the Netherwell witches. The characters are richly developed, and their stories are intertwined with historical and magical elements that made the narrative compelling and immersive.
Overall, The Weybourne Witches is a spellbinding read that delves into the lives of women who must confront the darkness and secrets of their heritage. It's a story of survival, love, and the strength found in family bonds.
January 17, 2025
The Weybourne Witches
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This book arrived on preorder and I don't normally read them straight away but decided this one I would.
I found it to be slow going at first but would say half way through it began to pick up and get better.
The story follows the family of the females of the Netherwells in the village of Weybourne...
Norfolk 1600 Brigid Netherwell was accused of witchcraft and sentenced to death, with her daughter Willow watching she made a promise to always keep the story of the Netherwell women alive in a beautiful grimore.
Many many years later Mrytle and Marigold two sisters are born into the Netherwell family, both girls so different to each other... Myrtle a kind gentle witch keeping her magic under control, Marigold is the total opposite to her sister, she has so much dark magic inside of her from the Longe family who's men have forever been at the front of the Netherwells story....
Myrtle tries to follow village life but Marigold doesn't make this easy. Myrtle has secrets that have been with her since her teenage years, will she be able to live a normal life of happiness, love, friendship and family?
A beautiful story about Witches, family and love.... women trying to survive at being women.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This book arrived on preorder and I don't normally read them straight away but decided this one I would.
I found it to be slow going at first but would say half way through it began to pick up and get better.
The story follows the family of the females of the Netherwells in the village of Weybourne...
Norfolk 1600 Brigid Netherwell was accused of witchcraft and sentenced to death, with her daughter Willow watching she made a promise to always keep the story of the Netherwell women alive in a beautiful grimore.
Many many years later Mrytle and Marigold two sisters are born into the Netherwell family, both girls so different to each other... Myrtle a kind gentle witch keeping her magic under control, Marigold is the total opposite to her sister, she has so much dark magic inside of her from the Longe family who's men have forever been at the front of the Netherwells story....
Myrtle tries to follow village life but Marigold doesn't make this easy. Myrtle has secrets that have been with her since her teenage years, will she be able to live a normal life of happiness, love, friendship and family?
A beautiful story about Witches, family and love.... women trying to survive at being women.
December 31, 2024
THE WEYBOURNE WITCHES has a title and cover that suggest a fascinating historical drama, somewhat along the lines of A DISCOVERY OF WITCHES; it is not that kind of book. Two families are at odds: a male line that abuses and impregnates a second, female line of witches. The reasons for this animosity and cruelty are never really explained; they just exist. Twin sisters are born to a member of the WEYBOURNE family, one is filled with kindness and hope and the other is filled with something akin to psychotic rage. Or perhaps the second sister is guided by that male line that only releases dark magic. We never get a clear explanation for much of the basis for the book. There are some nice magical creatures and a great tree of life, but ultimately this story lacks a higher purpose goal. What are all these generations of witches trying to preserve or create? Author Amber Raven needed help with plot development; this story feels incomplete. I received my copy from the publisher through Netgalley.
January 4, 2025
As she approaches the end of her middle age, Myrtle Netherwell, one of the Weybourne witches, decides it is time for the story of her blood line and heritage to be recorder for posterity. She is determined to write a journal detailing the history of the Weybourne witches. The story is long and disturbing, the witches have not lived an easy life even though they are white witches who would cause no harm. Starting in 1647 with the death of the first Netherwell convicted of being a witch, the daughters of each generation to follow will tell their stories of love, fear, betrayal and death. As we follow their tales, we will come to current day and Myrtle alnog with her twin sister Marigold. The twins have been on opposite sides of their destiny, one good, one defnitely bad, until the day Myrtle finds a strength inside her to break the chains of the curse that has long insured a violent end to their peaceful lives. An interesting read that will stir your emotions as well as see you choose sides.
July 21, 2025
If you’re looking for a witchy, women-centered historical tale with just the right blend of darkness and heart, The Weybourne Witches absolutely delivers. Set in 1647 in the village of Weybourne, this story follows generations of Netherwell women starting with Brigid, accused of witchcraft and sentenced before the eyes of her daughter, and spanning to twin sisters Myrtle and Marigold, who must face the shadows left behind.
What I loved most about this book was how it blended cozy and haunting it has that comforting small village, herbal magic vibe, but it doesn’t shy away from the heavy realities of persecution, loss, and inherited trauma. The writing is atmospheric and evocative, and the intergenerational storyline made the mystery all the more compelling.
Myrtle’s arc in particular kept me turning the pages. There was a quiet strength to her, and the mystery surrounding her past was so engaging. I was fully invested in her journey, and I appreciated how Amber Raven let her grow in a way that felt true to the time and the story’s magical roots.
What I loved most about this book was how it blended cozy and haunting it has that comforting small village, herbal magic vibe, but it doesn’t shy away from the heavy realities of persecution, loss, and inherited trauma. The writing is atmospheric and evocative, and the intergenerational storyline made the mystery all the more compelling.
Myrtle’s arc in particular kept me turning the pages. There was a quiet strength to her, and the mystery surrounding her past was so engaging. I was fully invested in her journey, and I appreciated how Amber Raven let her grow in a way that felt true to the time and the story’s magical roots.
December 2, 2024
This story is about betrayal, secrets, endearing and true love, and found family.
Favorite character: Harry
-He is kind, gentle, protective and caring, and all the good things we hope to have in a partner. He reminds me of a soft place to land and he is comforting.
Favorite Quotes:
“I fell in love with you the first time I met you, and when Mel captured your heart, mine broke.” -Myrtle
“We’ll never forget the past; it is part of who we are, but we can put the sadness in a box and release the happiness we both deserve.” -Harry
I’ve started to choose books to read based on the cover alone. More times than not, it’s a pleasant surprise. This is one of those books.
The atmospheric imagery in this allows the reader to be transported to their world and I felt like the pages came alive as I read.
This is an #ARC sent by #NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter.
The opinions expressed are my own.
#TheWeybourneWitches #AmberRaven
Favorite character: Harry
-He is kind, gentle, protective and caring, and all the good things we hope to have in a partner. He reminds me of a soft place to land and he is comforting.
Favorite Quotes:
“I fell in love with you the first time I met you, and when Mel captured your heart, mine broke.” -Myrtle
“We’ll never forget the past; it is part of who we are, but we can put the sadness in a box and release the happiness we both deserve.” -Harry
I’ve started to choose books to read based on the cover alone. More times than not, it’s a pleasant surprise. This is one of those books.
The atmospheric imagery in this allows the reader to be transported to their world and I felt like the pages came alive as I read.
This is an #ARC sent by #NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter.
The opinions expressed are my own.
#TheWeybourneWitches #AmberRaven
January 5, 2025
The Weybourne Witches is the story and history of a witch and her ancestors, but the setup doesn’t do this 61 year old witch justice. In present day, she is mourning the death of her twin sister while recording and re-reading the family history. At first I thought it a bit like the movie Amadeus, but about a quarter of the way through, the story stays at the flashback and takes us up to present day. While the story became easier to read, it made the timeline feel disjointed, confusing the story.
The characters and storytelling are vivid, and you do root for the main character, Myrtle. The trauma and (trigger warning) brief and casual mentions of abuse and rape many of the female characters experience and almost expect (because of a curse, I guess), make it difficult to understand why the story is being told until the very end. As Myrtle gets stuck in her own head and problems, so do we.
The characters and storytelling are vivid, and you do root for the main character, Myrtle. The trauma and (trigger warning) brief and casual mentions of abuse and rape many of the female characters experience and almost expect (because of a curse, I guess), make it difficult to understand why the story is being told until the very end. As Myrtle gets stuck in her own head and problems, so do we.
June 1, 2025
The only reason I finished this book is because it’s the first book for the in person book club I joined. I hated this.
-The writing is horrible
-the plot is weak
-the characters are boring and lack dimension
-the timeline is lose and chaotic
-the entire story is bland and boring
A line of witches are cursed with rape abuse and incest.
Twins of an alcoholic witch one good one evil
Evil twin is easily distracted by goats, plants and food
Good twin only craves love by the two different men she meets in her life but her bad ass business is secondary to her importance obviously having a man to love her is the most important thing in the world (insert eye roll)
Alcoholic mother dies, good twin promises to care for evil twin in doing so she gives up her child (screw that!) and her one true love (whatever!) only to have to banish the evil twin at the end of the book to survive. Yup stupid AF. Waist of my time. I hate it. Thank God it’s a KU book.
-The writing is horrible
-the plot is weak
-the characters are boring and lack dimension
-the timeline is lose and chaotic
-the entire story is bland and boring
A line of witches are cursed with rape abuse and incest.
Twins of an alcoholic witch one good one evil
Evil twin is easily distracted by goats, plants and food
Good twin only craves love by the two different men she meets in her life but her bad ass business is secondary to her importance obviously having a man to love her is the most important thing in the world (insert eye roll)
Alcoholic mother dies, good twin promises to care for evil twin in doing so she gives up her child (screw that!) and her one true love (whatever!) only to have to banish the evil twin at the end of the book to survive. Yup stupid AF. Waist of my time. I hate it. Thank God it’s a KU book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 12, 2025
Thin and predictable
The white witches of the Nether well family battle the evil Longest. The story has all the usual witch cliches: spells, potions, herbs, crystals and familiars, the long history of persecuted witch ancestors. There are good stories to be told in this motif. This is not one of them. I started with hope for a good tale, and there were one or two early moments that hinted it might be. But the story flagged with thin, trite and altogether too precious characters and plot. The white witches and other good guys were all good; the evil Longest villains all evil. Aside from Myrtle, the protagonist, there was little to no character development. And even she was a stock heroine. I finished it, and I wouldn't tell someone not to read it. But neither can I recommend it.
The white witches of the Nether well family battle the evil Longest. The story has all the usual witch cliches: spells, potions, herbs, crystals and familiars, the long history of persecuted witch ancestors. There are good stories to be told in this motif. This is not one of them. I started with hope for a good tale, and there were one or two early moments that hinted it might be. But the story flagged with thin, trite and altogether too precious characters and plot. The white witches and other good guys were all good; the evil Longest villains all evil. Aside from Myrtle, the protagonist, there was little to no character development. And even she was a stock heroine. I finished it, and I wouldn't tell someone not to read it. But neither can I recommend it.
January 2, 2025
"When darkness entered the village and warm air carried the perfume of the forest into the room.."
Is it possible for this sentence not to make you feel? To feel the smells, to feel the air, to feel that you are a part of this wonderful but at the same time cruel world created by Amber Raven.
A world full of magic, love, betrayal, injustice, power with strong characters full of emotions, excellent descriptions of landscapes and magical spells and at the same time cruelty and violent behavior. All beautifully tangled up in this story.
It is a well-written story, which is easy and quick to read, but with some difficult scenes that offer many messages.
I highly recommend it to those who like atmospheric stories with hunted witches.
Is it possible for this sentence not to make you feel? To feel the smells, to feel the air, to feel that you are a part of this wonderful but at the same time cruel world created by Amber Raven.
A world full of magic, love, betrayal, injustice, power with strong characters full of emotions, excellent descriptions of landscapes and magical spells and at the same time cruelty and violent behavior. All beautifully tangled up in this story.
It is a well-written story, which is easy and quick to read, but with some difficult scenes that offer many messages.
I highly recommend it to those who like atmospheric stories with hunted witches.
January 10, 2025
At first, this book made me think, "Interesting. I want to read it now!" The idea is so appealing that I was thrown headlong into the story, which, incidentally, is well written and has a style that I really enjoyed.
It's a fantasy that should scream magic and sorcery, but it doesn't quite live up to the hype. I think the author's beautiful writing helped create a story with a plot, but it's a bit too complex. By the time you reach the end, you realize that a lot of interesting stuff is missing.
There are so many unanswered questions, some of which are pretty important. I would've liked the story to be more complete, but overall, it's a pretty enjoyable read. It's not a book you'll remember for years, but it's still worth a read.
It's a fantasy that should scream magic and sorcery, but it doesn't quite live up to the hype. I think the author's beautiful writing helped create a story with a plot, but it's a bit too complex. By the time you reach the end, you realize that a lot of interesting stuff is missing.
There are so many unanswered questions, some of which are pretty important. I would've liked the story to be more complete, but overall, it's a pretty enjoyable read. It's not a book you'll remember for years, but it's still worth a read.
January 18, 2025
The Weybourne Witches, is modern tale of witches, set against the eerie and atmospheric backdrop of Weybourne, masterfully intertwines the mystical and the mundane, creating a spellbinding experience that lingers long after the final chapter.
At the heart of The Weybourne Witches is an intricately woven mystery that keeps you guessing. As dark secrets bubble to the surface, the story reveals a rich tapestry of alliances, betrayals, and ancient traditions.
The lore of the Weybourne witches is rich and immersive, blending traditional witchcraft with fresh, imaginative elements. The book seamlessly integrates its magical aspects into the modern-day setting. The rituals, spells, and history of the Weybourne witches are described in vivid detail, making it easy to believe in their power—and their peril.
The Weybourne Witches is a masterful blend of mystery, magic, and richly developed characters. Fans of atmospheric fantasy and gripping mysteries will find themselves thoroughly enchanted by this book. With its intriguing premise, spellbinding storytelling, and deeply satisfying twists, it’s a tale that will keep you turning pages late into the night.
I would like to thank Harper Collins UK and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced reader’s copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
At the heart of The Weybourne Witches is an intricately woven mystery that keeps you guessing. As dark secrets bubble to the surface, the story reveals a rich tapestry of alliances, betrayals, and ancient traditions.
The lore of the Weybourne witches is rich and immersive, blending traditional witchcraft with fresh, imaginative elements. The book seamlessly integrates its magical aspects into the modern-day setting. The rituals, spells, and history of the Weybourne witches are described in vivid detail, making it easy to believe in their power—and their peril.
The Weybourne Witches is a masterful blend of mystery, magic, and richly developed characters. Fans of atmospheric fantasy and gripping mysteries will find themselves thoroughly enchanted by this book. With its intriguing premise, spellbinding storytelling, and deeply satisfying twists, it’s a tale that will keep you turning pages late into the night.
I would like to thank Harper Collins UK and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced reader’s copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 6, 2025
Amber Raven’s, The Weybourne Witches, unravels an outstanding novel about The Netherwell's, a Wiccan Witch Family. The story’s told from Myrtle Netherwell’s point-of-view. She uses magic spells to protect her family against malevolent dark magic and evil influences. Marigold, Myrtle’s twin sister provides the greatest conflict. Marigold behaves dangerous and rebellious. She developed a revengeful spirit influenced from a bitter rival family. Myrtle loves Marigold in spite of her difficult character but must fight it for the well-being of the entire Netherwell family. Amber uses magical herb names, enchanted ritual verses, and names a cat, Nightshade, and a black Raven, Ragnis, to create the feel of a Wiccan world. She brilliantly develops character and family relationships.
March 7, 2025
Set in the village of Weybourne, Norfolk, in 1647, the story follows Brigid Netherwell, who faces accusations of witchcraft and the threat of death. Her young daughter, Willow, along with their family, grapples with the horror of trying to prove her innocence. The journey of Willow and her twin sisters, Myrtle and Marigold Netherwell, is both captivating and empowering.
What resonated with me most was the meticulous attention to detail, which beautifully entwines with the spiritual world we inhabit. Elements of the story are relatable, especially for those with a spiritual mindset. However, it remains an inspiring tale for everyone, regardless of their beliefs!
What resonated with me most was the meticulous attention to detail, which beautifully entwines with the spiritual world we inhabit. Elements of the story are relatable, especially for those with a spiritual mindset. However, it remains an inspiring tale for everyone, regardless of their beliefs!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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