Once upon a time in a land far away, there lived a maleficent witch who had terrorized the villagers for decades. She was notorious for her wicked spells and curse casting, leaving a trail of misery and despair wherever she went. The people of the land lived in constant fear, uncertain of when the witch would strike next. However, as the saying goes, "every dog has its day." The villagers had grown tired of living in fear and decided that enough was enough. They banded together, armed with courage and determination, to put an end to the reign of darkness that the witch had brought upon them.
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Maybe it s just me, but I felt their personalities and voices often blended together, and the girls lacked the depth needed to truly resonate as fully developed characters. The shorter format allows readers to revisit some movies that already have their own novel-length treatments The Little Mermaid , Mulan , Hercules , The Princess and the Frog as well as others that often get less attention Robin Hood , Treasure Planet , Bambi , which is refreshing.
They banded together, armed with courage and determination, to put an end to the reign of darkness that the witch had brought upon them. Led by their fearless young leader, the villagers embarked on a perilous journey to hunt down the witch. They navigated through treacherous forests, crossed raging rivers, and scaled daunting mountains.
THE WITCH AND THE VAMPIRE
Once best friends but now natural enemies, a witch and a vampire fight their way through a dangerous forest together as their romantic feelings rekindle.
Ava was turned into a vampire two years ago and has been locked in the attic of their towering home by her mother and stepfather ever since. She retained her Root witch powers, which her mother has been siphoning to hide the fact that she too is a vampire. Flame witch Kaye believes Ava, her former friend, is responsible for her mother’s death, and Kaye wants revenge. When Ava finally manages to escape and flee into the forest in search of the vampire queen, Kaye goes after her. The pair make an uneasy pact to travel together to a village deep in the forest, although Kaye secretly plans on betraying Ava. They soon learn the forest is even more threatening than expected, and they grow closer once more as they protect each other. This tale attempts a mashup of “Rapunzel,” paranormal creatures, queer romance, and a fantasy world. It falls flat, though, due to its repetitive writing and underdeveloped worldbuilding. Alternating first-person chapters give insight into the leads, but other characters are one-dimensional. There is a lot of infodumping and yet also too much that isn’t explained, which makes the reading experience more frustrating than exciting. Kaye has light beige skin, and Ava’s is tawny.
An ambitious premise let down by poor execution. (Fantasy. 12-18)
Pub Date: March 21, 2023
ISBN: 978-1-250-22051-6
Page Count: 368
Publisher: Wednesday Books
Review Posted Online: Dec. 13, 2022
Kirkus Reviews Issue: Jan. 1, 2023
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Along the way, they faced numerous challenges and setbacks, but their unwavering spirit kept them going. Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, they reached the witch's lair deep in the heart of an eerie forest. The air was thick with anticipation as they prepared for the final showdown. With hearts pounding, they burst into the witch's lair, ready to face their fears head-on. The battle was fierce and intense. Spells were cast, potions were thrown, and swords clashed. The villagers fought with all their might, fueled by a burning desire for freedom and relief from the witch's malevolence. Finally, after a grueling struggle, the witch was overpowered and brought to her knees. As the villagers finally began to breathe a sigh of relief, they knew that their lives would never be the same again. The maleficent witch, who had haunted their nightmares for years, was finally defeated. The dark cloud that had hung over their land had lifted, and a newfound sense of peace and hope enveloped the village. Years later, in the very spot where the witch had met her demise, a beautiful garden bloomed. The villagers had turned the once-dreaded lair into a place of tranquility and harmony. The memory of the maleficent witch began to fade away, replaced by a gratefulness for the courage and unity that had led to her downfall. The tale of the maleficent witch serves as a reminder that no matter how powerful evil may seem, it can be conquered. It takes bravery, determination, and the strength of a united community to overcome the darkest forces. And so, in the land far away, the maleficent witch is six feet under, her reign of terror a thing of the past..
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