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Freya Snow #5
Witch
Ignoring magical politics was so much easier when it wasn’t killing her friend.
Freya’s first “real world” job is somehow going well. Pouring coffee is nothing compared to killing Demons, and she actually gets along with her co-worker Sarah. Though, it probably doesn’t hurt that Sarah’s a Witch.
But when Sarah is cursed, it’s up to Freya to figure out who’s behind it, before Sarah suffers permanent damage. Or worse.
When everyone else seems to put politics ahead of Sarah’s life, Freya’s going to have to break more than a few rules to save her friend.
WITCH is the fifth book in the Freya Snow new adult urban fantasy series. It also has a dash of sci-fi for good measure.
Freya Snow Books in Order:
TRAPPED: A FREYA SNOW PREQUEL
HUNT
FREYA SNOW SHORT STORY COLLECTION
WHITE
WINGS
ORACLE
WITCH
Freya’s first “real world” job is somehow going well. Pouring coffee is nothing compared to killing Demons, and she actually gets along with her co-worker Sarah. Though, it probably doesn’t hurt that Sarah’s a Witch.
But when Sarah is cursed, it’s up to Freya to figure out who’s behind it, before Sarah suffers permanent damage. Or worse.
When everyone else seems to put politics ahead of Sarah’s life, Freya’s going to have to break more than a few rules to save her friend.
WITCH is the fifth book in the Freya Snow new adult urban fantasy series. It also has a dash of sci-fi for good measure.
Freya Snow Books in Order:
TRAPPED: A FREYA SNOW PREQUEL
HUNT
FREYA SNOW SHORT STORY COLLECTION
WHITE
WINGS
ORACLE
WITCH
168 pages, Paperback
First published November 14, 2016
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About the author
L.C. Mawson
100 books246 followersSome say she's an ancient creature of nightmare that was unleashed from beneath the ocean, come to devour the souls of men. Others say that she's a cosmic being from the beyond the stars that has taken corporeal form to learn our ways for some unknown end...
In truth, L.C. Mawson lives in a tower in the middle of a haunted forest, far from civilisation and is definitely not a witch who curses those who trespass upon her land. And she definitely cannot turn into a dragon that flies over cities in the dead of night and whose cries are often mistaken for an approaching storm. Where did you hear that? That's absurd...
The only contact she has with humanity is publishing books every so often, which is definitely just for fun and not part of an ancient contract with a trickster god.
In truth, L.C. Mawson lives in a tower in the middle of a haunted forest, far from civilisation and is definitely not a witch who curses those who trespass upon her land. And she definitely cannot turn into a dragon that flies over cities in the dead of night and whose cries are often mistaken for an approaching storm. Where did you hear that? That's absurd...
The only contact she has with humanity is publishing books every so often, which is definitely just for fun and not part of an ancient contract with a trickster god.
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November 14, 2016
Witch is the fifth book in the Freya Snow series, following the experiences of autistic, bi-sexual, non-human Freya as she learns to navigate both the human world and the world of magic, discovering the complexities of both.
In the human world, Freya has a job as a barista; in the non-human world, she is mostly concerned with finding a way to lift a curse that has placed a friend into a coma-like state. As she solves this problem – with noticeably more skill in negotiation and communication than in earlier books – she also learns more about herself, her non-human family and her place in the hierarchy of magic. Freya's friends play a larger part in this book; her human family is barely seen, and this is appropriate given Freya is older and more independent.
Freya's developing maturity is paralleled by author L.C. Mawson's development as a writer. Witch is perhaps a more thoughtful book than earlier installments, with less physical action and more development of, and insight into, Freya's character and personality. The ending of Witch is indicative of Freya's ability to accept responsibility, moving her from adolescent to adult.
Four stars to a pivotal installment in the series. For an overview of all the Freya Snow books, I suggest the author's site lcmawson.com.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
In the human world, Freya has a job as a barista; in the non-human world, she is mostly concerned with finding a way to lift a curse that has placed a friend into a coma-like state. As she solves this problem – with noticeably more skill in negotiation and communication than in earlier books – she also learns more about herself, her non-human family and her place in the hierarchy of magic. Freya's friends play a larger part in this book; her human family is barely seen, and this is appropriate given Freya is older and more independent.
Freya's developing maturity is paralleled by author L.C. Mawson's development as a writer. Witch is perhaps a more thoughtful book than earlier installments, with less physical action and more development of, and insight into, Freya's character and personality. The ending of Witch is indicative of Freya's ability to accept responsibility, moving her from adolescent to adult.
Four stars to a pivotal installment in the series. For an overview of all the Freya Snow books, I suggest the author's site lcmawson.com.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
January 2, 2018
Freya Snow applies for a job at a local coffee shop where she meets a black girl named Sarah. Sarah is deaf, and although she has never used BSL (British Sign Language) before, Freya's magic allows her to use it fluently to speak to Sarah. They get along well, and then Freya finds out that Sarah is a Witch and a Healer who belongs to the same coven as Mel. Freya decides that she wants to join the coven, but the leader Rosaline refuses to accept her. However, when Sarah is cursed, it is up to Freya to find out how to cure her. In order to do this, Freya must speak to the other covens in the area to find out who cast the curse and get the cure from them.
This book might be my favorite book in the entire series so far. Freya has become so much more mature as the series progresses, and this really shined through in this story. Also, I loved the additions of Sarah and the focus on Mel, two characters who have their own physical challenges but are so unique and funny throughout the whole book. I hope to see more of them in the upcoming books.
I also enjoyed the fact that Freya had to interact with other magical beings in the world in this book. Usually, she was isolated and only fighting demons or speaking to a few magical people, but now she was speaking to whole covens of them. This definitely added to the world building of this series a lot.
I would recommend this series to anyone looking for a diverse fantasy story with a strong female heroine and exciting plotline to keep you on the edge of your seat!
I received this book for free in exchange for my honest review.
This book might be my favorite book in the entire series so far. Freya has become so much more mature as the series progresses, and this really shined through in this story. Also, I loved the additions of Sarah and the focus on Mel, two characters who have their own physical challenges but are so unique and funny throughout the whole book. I hope to see more of them in the upcoming books.
I also enjoyed the fact that Freya had to interact with other magical beings in the world in this book. Usually, she was isolated and only fighting demons or speaking to a few magical people, but now she was speaking to whole covens of them. This definitely added to the world building of this series a lot.
I would recommend this series to anyone looking for a diverse fantasy story with a strong female heroine and exciting plotline to keep you on the edge of your seat!
I received this book for free in exchange for my honest review.
September 8, 2017
I love the mix of sci fi and urban fantasy in this series, and it's really done well here. Our wonderful heroine Freya is growing up and continue to develop her powers. She's also growing in her friendship with her witch buddy Sarah. Sarah's getting cursed provides the excuse for this story's plotline. Let's just say I wish I had s friend as String - and as String willed - as Freya in my corner. Thrills, danger and surprises notwithstanding, our gal will do what's needed to try to get the job done. It's a blast following along as she does so.
Highly recommended (with the caveat that the prior books in the series really should be read before this one. .
Highly recommended (with the caveat that the prior books in the series really should be read before this one. .
September 6, 2017
Freya has a soft spot for people who she feels are as broken and misunderstood as she is. When Sarah is cursed Freya has to save her new friend. She meets danger at almost every turn, but that's her life now and she's coming to accept that. None of them imagine the twist about the real culprit behind the attack. Freya learns more about her family, her magic, her enemies, and herself as she continues on her journey. Never a dull moment!
September 5, 2018
This is my honest and unbias opinion of the story. This is book # 5 in the series and I loved it. I love reading about magic and this book is no exception. I high;y recommend this book to anyone who loves to read about magic.
March 30, 2019
In the latest book, Freya Snow works to break a curse on one of her newest friends. Throughout this book, we learn more about the different kinds of magic and witch covens.
This book was also the most action filled so far and it was very hard to put down.
This book was also the most action filled so far and it was very hard to put down.
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June 26, 2017
The Freya Snow saga continues.A very engrossing read.Can't wait to see what happens next.
December 16, 2018
Just keep getting better ...
December 28, 2016
Witch was good. I’m glad L.C. Mawson took the time to delve into the female relationships in this book. However, this was not her best, in my opinion. This time around we didn’t see many of the older characters in the series, hardly touching on Damon or Jamie at all, not seeing much from her adoptive parents, her guardian, or many others. I know she’s out on her own, but I feel like there could’ve been more connection to her past, especially since she is so young still.
I also found the storyline a wee bit boring. It was less to do with hunting demons and more to do with making important connections in her world, which is important, but not nearly as fast paced.
Overall, I did still enjoy learning more about witch covens and how those interact with the magical world.
I actually really don’t like the cover revamp. Call me old fashioned. I do tend to judge books by their covers though and I doubt I would pick up a book with this cover. Sorry.
I also found the storyline a wee bit boring. It was less to do with hunting demons and more to do with making important connections in her world, which is important, but not nearly as fast paced.
Overall, I did still enjoy learning more about witch covens and how those interact with the magical world.
I actually really don’t like the cover revamp. Call me old fashioned. I do tend to judge books by their covers though and I doubt I would pick up a book with this cover. Sorry.
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