Overall Take:
Great YA read
Star Rating:
4 Stars
Genre:
YA romance
Synopsis
Luna is a powerful witch. Known for her skills and feared for her temper, she’s set to preserve her family’s legacy by becoming the head of Boston’s Witch Council—a job she does not want.
Aoife is a non-magical girl. Raised under the lens of her influencer family, she’s grown up in the public eye. Now she yearns for privacy—but knows her parents won’t oblige.
Just when they are at their lowest, Aoife and Luna find each other and start dating.
Thoughts:
Okay the miscommunication trope and I do not always see eye-to-eye but in this case the author did such a great job with it! It’s one that when done well, is a nice treat, and that was the case here. The writing was easy to read and get lost in the pages and even though this book is just over 400 pages, it is a quick read.
I have taken the stance to not post many photos of my daughter online. When I do it in a controlled space, and to a small following. I usually know all the people and have met them personally. I have asked my family to be the same. It took some adjusting at first, but when I explained that I wanted her to be in control of her image, they understood. In this case, Aoife is the daughter of an influencer and had no choice but to have her entire childhood showcased online. This is one of my fears. I just couldn’t imagine that life for a child when they got old enough to realize it. I love how the book tackled this topic and Aoife’s journey.
I really enjoyed the sapphic romance that this book had as well. Both Aoife and Luna had struggles, and they learned from them and worked through them together. The way their romance was written was delightful and heartwarming. It was a little coming of age, a little romance, and it was a great journey to be apart of.
I recommend this book to YA readers, and those who love the YA genre, it is truly a touching and wonderful read.
Publication Date:
September 17, 2024
Author:
Aislinn Brophy
Page Length:
432 pages
Publisher:
Penguin Teen
Thank you to:
Thank you to @penguinteen, GP Putnam Sons Books for Young Readers, and Netgalley for this e-arc. All thoughts are my own.
Link to buy
Affiliate link
