by Alice Hoffman
Published by Simon & Schuster Genres: Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Magical Realism, Paranormal
Format: ARC
Published by Simon & Schuster Genres: Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Magical Realism, Paranormal
Format: ARC
“Love all, trust a few, do wrong to none.” – William Shakespeare Alice Hoffman read from her Grimoire and brewed up something special when she wrote this book. If this doesn’t make one want to drop everything and read Practical Magic or any of her other books again, I don’t know what will. Full of beautiful and insightful passages, Magic Lessons is a delight from beginning to end. This is a book about magic, about family, about love, about injustice and about history. Full of Hoffman’s magical prose, vivid descriptions, the Owens family history and the Salem Witch Trials. “Be grateful if you have walked through the world with another’s heart in your hand.” Maria Owens was just a baby when she was found in a field by Hannah Owens. Recognizing that Maria has a gift, Hannah teaches Maria everything she knows but especially to always love someone who will love you back. When Maria follows a man to Salem, Massachusetts, she learns some harsh truths and she invokes the curse which will haunt her family. But while in Massachusetts she will also learn that love is what truly matters. I was spellbound by this book. Simply put – I loved it. Plus, one might even find some natural remedies in this book to cure many bodily ailments. Hoffman is a gifted storyteller and she has outdone herself with this book. I love all things witch related and this book did not disappoint. Fans of Hoffman and of Practical Magic will not be disappointed. I found this book to be captivating, endearing and riveting. I was glued to the pages. This book comes out in October and is not to be missed and remember: “Do as you will, but harm no one. What you will give will be returned to you threefold.” Highly Recommend! This book was pure magic! Thank you to Simon & Schuster and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own. |