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The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream by Dean Jobb
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The Once and Future Witches by Alix Harrow
The Once and Future Witches is a lyrical, atmospheric celebration of women. It is an alternate history of witchcraft, empowerment, and women’s rights. Harrow combines real events and historical figures in a condensed timeline with witchcraft and magic. Taking place in 1893, the story follows the three Eastwood sisters in their quest to return witchcraft to the world. Strengths: Harrow is a talented writer and I loved the lyrical prose. I enjoyed her take on common fairy tales and the way she incorporated them into the story. If you’re in the mood for an atmospheric, darker story then this is the perfect read. Each of the Eastwood sisters have strong,…
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The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller