I mean it has "witch" in the title and it about the historical witch trials soo... "Caliban and the Witch" by Silvia Federici. Deals a lot with how the time before the witch trials was full of instances that led to the decline of women. And a LOT of historical facts that will make anyone very anti-capitalist lol (the book does lean kinda hard into anti-capitalism at times so fair warning if that isn't something you want to read about)
Going to pick up the Twisted Tree. I liked the world building of the book "Practical Magic" but I didn't like the story. It started out being about Gillian and Sally, then turned into a coming of age story for Sally's children. Not interested in childish sibling rivalry and angst where coloring your hair is a big deal. Much preferred the adult issues in the movie.
My favorite witchy book is kinda a parody of HP. It's called SuperMutant Magic Academy by Jillian Tamaki. I also liked The Hidden Witch series and Monstress is amazing but I don't know if you would consider it a witchy read. There are witches in the series and there's a magic system in the world but the main character isn't a witch. Still, it's really good and I recommend everyone check it out if you're okay with violence and body horror lol.
I just started on my witchy path so I really appreciate any books about witches I can find. I never heard of Twisted Tree, will definitely add that to my TBR!
Yayyy another witch! Yes I figured some witchy people out there might like some books like that ^^ And yes, I absolutely recommend The Twisted Tree - so underrated!
I love the raven cycle so much! One of my favourite series of all time :3 I really want to read the bear and the nightingale, especially as I like fairytale-esque books. I should read Good Omens too. Especially as I want to watch the mini series at some point as well. Ah I remember when the twisted tree came out D: Thanks for these great recommendations!
Thank you for watching!! Yes I actually really want to re-read the Raven Cycle, I enjoyed that series so much! I think the Bear and the Nightingale succeeds in a variety of ways - it has a wonderful fantasy world, but is also a believable historical fiction with realistic portrayals of how sexism actually played out in society. Absolutely read Good Omens, it's a great way to prime yourself for the miniseries. And I really love the Twisted Tree and I'll recommend it whenever I have the chance, and the writer is a lovely human being! ^^
I felt exactly the same as you about the film of Practical Magic, and I also loved the book. I see that Alice Hoffman has written a couple of prequels to it. I have The Rules of Magic to read, but haven't got there yet! The first four books on your list are all ones I either have or have considered recently - so I should really pick some up! Fabulous choices, as always.
Totally agree with your comparison of “A Discovery of Witches” with “Twilight”. I would add it’s Twilight with a stronger, multi-dimensional female lead.
woah I am definitely gonna have to check out The Bear and the Nightingale
I mean it has "witch" in the title and it about the historical witch trials soo... "Caliban and the Witch" by Silvia Federici. Deals a lot with how the time before the witch trials was full of instances that led to the decline of women. And a LOT of historical facts that will make anyone very anti-capitalist lol (the book does lean kinda hard into anti-capitalism at times so fair warning if that isn't something you want to read about)
Ooohh that sounds interesting, I'll check that out!
Going to pick up the Twisted Tree. I liked the world building of the book "Practical Magic" but I didn't like the story. It started out being about Gillian and Sally, then turned into a coming of age story for Sally's children. Not interested in childish sibling rivalry and angst where coloring your hair is a big deal. Much preferred the adult issues in the movie.
Finally! I found someone that recommends good books!✨
(Everyone else was about HOW to be a with)
Thank you so much for this. I just finished The Raven Boys, and I would never have found this cycle of books if I hadn't seen this.
I should read more witchy books
My favorite witchy book is kinda a parody of HP. It's called SuperMutant Magic Academy by Jillian Tamaki. I also liked The Hidden Witch series and Monstress is amazing but I don't know if you would consider it a witchy read. There are witches in the series and there's a magic system in the world but the main character isn't a witch. Still, it's really good and I recommend everyone check it out if you're okay with violence and body horror lol.
Thanks for these recommendations!! I'm going to read the Bear and the Nightingale this month. I need some magical nature witches in my life
The Lace Reader. Excellent!
Oh, and LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE “Good Omens”. Both the book AND the show.
Some really good witchy recommendations here! I definitely bought the twisted tree on your recommendation! I just need to actually read it 🙈
Hahaha omg I would love to hear what you think!!
@@Emiloid I will definitely let you know ❤️💜
I just started on my witchy path so I really appreciate any books about witches I can find. I never heard of Twisted Tree, will definitely add that to my TBR!
Yayyy another witch! Yes I figured some witchy people out there might like some books like that ^^ And yes, I absolutely recommend The Twisted Tree - so underrated!
I love the raven cycle so much! One of my favourite series of all time :3 I really want to read the bear and the nightingale, especially as I like fairytale-esque books. I should read Good Omens too. Especially as I want to watch the mini series at some point as well. Ah I remember when the twisted tree came out D: Thanks for these great recommendations!
Thank you for watching!! Yes I actually really want to re-read the Raven Cycle, I enjoyed that series so much! I think the Bear and the Nightingale succeeds in a variety of ways - it has a wonderful fantasy world, but is also a believable historical fiction with realistic portrayals of how sexism actually played out in society. Absolutely read Good Omens, it's a great way to prime yourself for the miniseries. And I really love the Twisted Tree and I'll recommend it whenever I have the chance, and the writer is a lovely human being! ^^
So many great books on here! If you haven't tried the Witch Boy graphic novel series, I'd recommend it!
Thanks for the recommendation, I'll check those out!
I felt exactly the same as you about the film of Practical Magic, and I also loved the book. I see that Alice Hoffman has written a couple of prequels to it. I have The Rules of Magic to read, but haven't got there yet! The first four books on your list are all ones I either have or have considered recently - so I should really pick some up! Fabulous choices, as always.
Yes I've been meaning to read the Practical Magic prequels! Glad you enjoyed :)
Totally agree with your comparison of “A Discovery of Witches” with “Twilight”. I would add it’s Twilight with a stronger, multi-dimensional female lead.
Oh yeah I would pick Discovery of Witches over Twilight any day
I think if I reread the Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern, I might appreciate it more. 🎪🌃
I’m biased, but I really think it holds up 😊
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Thank you!!