A Discovery of Witches

Actual Rating: 4.75

Started off the new year on the right foot!

I've been “reading” this book for ages (got it as a library book, ended up being due, was on hold for like a month +) but I basically read it in two days. It was so captivating and enthralling. I couldn't put it down. I was so eager to find out what happened next to all of my babies and I fell in love with the story.

I am so glad I accidentally picked up the third book in this series at the bookstore.

The plot is really good. While it may not be the most original plot- you've pretty much got your classic witches and vampires- it is still compelling and told in a very vivid fashion. Harkness' writing is very descriptive, which I loved, and it really just felt like the setting in each scene came to life. Of course, that was due in part to our darling Matthew.

The characters were phenomenal. I loved each and every one of them, and even hated the villains however briefly they were mentioned. My only complaint is that I would have liked more of Juliette. She seemed like a fascinating character who could have played a larger role in the book. But who knows! Maybe Harkness has plans for her ;)

THE ROMANCE. It was so good. For a little, I was torn as to whether it contained any elements of insta-love, but ultimately decided against it. I shipped them (Matthew and Diana!) so hard. They were perfect for one another and I felt as though the romance was really well written.

I foresee that this trilogy has so much in store and I am awfully excited to read the next book in (hopefully!) a few short weeks.