The Witch in the Envelope

Laura Detering has woven a timeless tale that is familiar, yet fresh and exciting. The magic system and world building are top-notched, revealing a world that is rich with wonder and immersive in its detail.
And not only that, it was a wonderful walk down memory lane as Detering artfully uses familiar elements of the 1990s to set the tone and bring us back to a time that we had long forgot.
One area that I'd like to spotlight is the tender side of romance that is all too often lost in a great story. The romance between the main characters, Will and Liddy, is palpable and realistic, yet Detering doesn't push the envelope (pun intended) when it comes to the sexual tension between several of the characters... its there, but the author masterfully weaves it into the story, holding back the “spice” and shows us that a good romance story doesn't have to lead to sex.
I'm looking forward to the next installment of what seems to be the start of a fantastic and fun series.