A review by nikkilerae
The Book of Witching by C.J. Cooke

challenging dark emotional informative mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

The Book of Witching
By C.J. Cooke
5⭐️

This book is a mix of historical fiction and fantasy. The story base is built upon a factual event in history that took place in the Orkney Islands off the shore of Scotland. Cooke develops the story among multiple timelines. The two main timelines are the of 1592 and modern day. 

The story is well crafted and if you enjoy reading and learning about witch trials then this book will be a good fit for you. It tells the story of how Alison Balfour is accused of witchcraft in 1592 and her connection to 3 teenagers in modern day Scotland. This story had me so hooked that I couldn’t put this book down! 

Some of the content is tough to read so please check the trigger warnings before you select this book to read. 
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