REVIEW: The Witch of Willow Hall by Hester Fox

Genre: Historical, Fiction, Fantasy, Paranormal


Publisher: Graydon House

ISBN: 1525833014

Format: Paperback, E-Book, Audio-Boo

Release Date: 2nd October 2018

Links: Goodreads, Amazon.com, Indigo,
B&N, Book Depository


Rating: 8/10


Synopsis:

Two centuries after the Salem witch trials, there’s still one witch left in Massachusetts. But she doesn’t even know it.

Take this as a warning: if you are not able or willing to control yourself, it will not only be you who suffers the consequences but those around you, as well.

New Oldbury, 1821

In the wake of a scandal, the Montrose family and their three daughters—Catherine, Lydia, and Emeline—flee Boston for their new country home, Willow Hall. The estate seems sleepy and idyllic. But a subtle menace creeps into the atmosphere, remnants of a dark history that call to Lydia, and to the youngest, Emeline.


All three daughters will be irrevocably changed by what follows, but none more than Lydia, who must draw on a power she never knew she possessed if she wants to protect those she loves. For Willow Hall’s secrets will rise, in the end…

Review:

**Thank you to Harlequin Publicity Team on Instagram for sending 

me a free copy**

This book was haunting and perfectly atmosphereic. A great read for Halloween.

Our story takes place two centuries after the Salem witch trials. Everyone believed that all the witches were gone, but what they don't know is that there is still a one left. One who doesn't know of the power she posseses.

I was captivated by this book. The descriptions and setting was beautifully written and I felt as if I had been transported into the book, surronded by the characters. 

The characters were my favourite part of the book. The sisters in particular were wonderful characters, each different but very well developed. 

Lydia, the middle child, has much more strength than she ever believed she did even if she does feel plain and not special. She gets caught between her secrets, scandal and blackmail. Charlotte is the eldest sister who comes across a little narcisstic, but she has much more depth than comes across. The final sister is Emeline, the youngest child, wishes she was older. She feels left out and wishes she could do everything her sisters do. The relationship between the three sisters was wonderful to read. The three had a deep relationship and relied on one another to get by. 

Hester Fox is a fantastic writer who created an atmospheric book with her descriptions and words. The gothic and supernatural themes were applied to create a fantastic story. I was a little disappointed that the book didn't go into more details about the Salem witchtrials, but the book was still well written.

For a debut novel, Hester Fox, has created an imaginative book, drawing inspiration from historical events. I look forward to more of her books in the future.