I love witchy books, but this one let me down in terms of worldbuilding. It often wasn't clear what was going on and I battled to 'picture the scene' if you will. More nuanced worldbuilding and clearer descriptions would really enhance this book. Also, more nuanced characters - they felt a little one-note.

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This book was so fun to read!! I read the whole book very quickly, The plot was so fun and engaging! I would definitely recommend this one!

I didn’t much care for this story. I didn’t feel connected to the characters in the same way I did when I read The Orphan Witch by the same author last year. This story felt too disjointed. I was having a hard time following along with all the bizarre explanations of the magic and the reasoning behind everything that was happening. While Brigid wasn’t a bad person I don’t feel as though I knew enough about her to really root for her. It was the same for the other two characters Ophelia and Finola, who were present day witches and descendants of Brigid. They weren’t bad people or bad witches, but I felt like there were too many questions about their past to really understand their motivations. Also at the end of some of the chapters were Podcasts with the two sisters and they just didn’t make any sense to me. I think they were meant to move the story along, but I found them to feel misplaced and lacking. I had to power through this one which is disappointing because I love magic and the possibilities of it. This story fell a little flat for me. Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I received an ARC of The Lost Witch by Paige Crutcher thanks to NetGalley.

First, this story came with the perfect setting. Brigid, a healing witch, lives on an island surrounded by mists and mystery. Brigid has her run of Evermore, helping the townspeople however she can while the other witches, dark and menacing witches, live on the other side of the island. Thought this island was a bit isolated and surrounded by misty fog, the description of the town itself gave off an Edward Scissor hands meets Cottage Core feeling.

In terms of writing, it took a little while to get acquainted with Crutcher's use of long sentences that were mixed with poetic language. However, once I was familiar with it, it added to the mystery that was this story.

There were a few references that I was not sure of, and I do not know if this was due to my mediocre knowledge of Irish Mythology or due to lack of description from the author. Some of the names for The Damned were obscure to me and hard to imagine and then there was a mention of "the nineteen" and I still do not know what that is.

I did enjoy the POV change that started happening about 30% of the way through the story. This gave the ability to feel for some of the otherwise unlikable (at the beginning any way) character(s). I do wish though that we were given a more consistent use of this POV change.

Overall, I would give this a 3.75 star rating or a B-. It was mysterious, cute, and filled with emotions, but I was not devoted to any specific character or aspect. I was not drawn in emotionally.
Would I recommend if someone asked for a witchy low romance romance? YES

Thank you NetGalley for a chance to read The Lost Witch.

I loved this book. This is an atmospheric and witchy tale where the MC Brigid makes a decision that ultimately impacts her life and the entire town of Evermore for generations to come. I was drawn in immediately and loved the characters and descriptive writing style the author uses. This story also has a cozy feel that makes you want to savor reading this while drinking coffee (or tea) and I plan on re-reading this in the future.

I was given the chance to read this through NetGalley and I loved it! It took a few chapters for me to get into the story and keep things straight. However, once I did I really got into the story of Brigid, Ophelia, and Finola. It is a book that takes you into Irish Folklore and adds romance and history. All those elements are some of my favorite things ever. I enjoyed good witches and bad witches and the Gods and Goddesses that walked through the story. I've already started telling people they need to read it the second it comes out.

“The Lost Witch” by Paige Crutcher

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for an Arc of this book. This review is entirely my own.

“The Lost Witch” by Paige Crutcher is an intriguing story following a witch named Brigid Heron, living on a small island off the coast of Ireland in the 1920s. The story follows Brigid’s journey in the small town of Evermore as she searches for her daughter who was taken from her. This story includes a bit of time travel as it starts with Brigid in the 1920s and follows her to 2022.
Along this journey, Brigid encounters quite a few difficulties such as integrating into a new world and culture, learning to work along with others, learning to trust the mysterious Luc Knightly who is an integral part of the past that she can’t remember, all the while dealing with the loss of her goddess and her child. On top of that, she still has to help to protect the town of Evermore from the monster of the lough.
This book really packs a lot into it! The author strives to be as descriptive as possible while incorporating as much Irish folklore into this book. It may be a bit difficult in the beginning to grasp the folklore and the terminology, but if you push through, you will find a wonderful story of love, friendship, acceptance, sisterhood and found family! Also, the story includes many allusions to modern tales that we can identify.
This is a fun, stand-alone read that was quite enjoyable. I would recommend it to anyone that wants a delightful read with a bit of magic!

It took me a little while to get into this, but once I did I enjoyed it. The beginning starts off S L O W but also with like, an info dump. I think I would have preferred to remember all of the information along with Brigid, but I understand wanting the reader to have the backstory.

I really enjoyed the characters, and genuinely couldn’t predict where the story was going, a thing I always love. I would have liked to learn more about Ophelia and Finola, I loved the interludes from their podcasts.

Overall, I recommend it! The pacing is a little uneven, but the story is interesting and the characters are interesting!

Unfortunately the romance in this book didn’t really work for me. The character were wildly attracted to each other but it felt like we never really got to see why or how they formed that bond so it didn’t really connect for me. Overall the I love a witchy magically book so that part so fun but I just didn’t feel really invested in this one. Not a bad read at all but not a favorite.

Thank you, NetGalley, for this arc in exchange for my honest feedback.

I love stories about family and magic and this one had both. While the narration was a little more distant and omniscient than I typically like, the story was exciting and I loved seeing the way the ties that bound these witches of generations and time came to life in a story that was both about connecting with your personal power and finding support in community, even when you're the outcast.

DNFing at 33%.

I have been trying to read this book for about two weeks, but I just can't bring myself to continue picking it up. I enjoy the characters and the setting was great, but the pacing and the timelines are kind of all over the place. I've been confused for a good 25% of the book. Wish I liked this one more because the premise seemed awesome.

The Lost Witch follows Irish witch Brigid as she fights to regain her lost memories after she wakes up 100 years in the future finding her town under siege by dark witches and creatures from the underworld. Together with her newfound coven and a handsome mischief maker, Brigid must find a way to break this curse and find her lost self.

I though this story was very well done and the plot pacing kept me engaged and made me want to keep reading to find out what would happen next. I enjoyed the world building and magic system, and adored the two witches that help Brigid find her place in her new time. The romance aspect was my favorite part and the live interest is very swoon worthy.

Overall, I think this was a solid, enjoyable read. I thought that the podcast portions sometimes interrupted the flow of the story, but they didn’t detract too much from my enjoyment. 4⭐️

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for the use of this ARC.

DNF. Needs more editting. Too many threads. Save third for chapter 4? I really wanted to like this. Topic, research, characters, ideas all strong.

This was a good read, wonderful plot throughout. I'm a huge fan of witch themed novels. I could see the places like I was there. The character development could use a little work. I didn't find anything missed spelled for an advanced copy. I would definitely consider reading book two, if one is made. Overall, I was satisfied well done to the author.

I thought the book was a lovely, fun read! I enjoyed the twists and turns throughout the book. The dialogue was super and kept me on my toes!

The Lost Witch
By Paige Crutucher

A witch discovers that finding your way home is sometimes the most perilous journey of all.

1922. Brigid Heron is a powerful witch and healer in the seemingly lost, but charming small town of Evermore on a forgotten isle in Ireland. However, there is one thing that she longs for above all else: a child of her own. She is even willing to be seduced by the mysterious Luc Knightly, head of the Knightly coven, whose pull is potent and impossible to resist. When their child is born and falls ill, Brigid will risk anything to save her daughter–even tap into the forbidden magic of the Lough of Brionglóid. But when the wild magic takes her daughter from her, Brigid is swept away as well.

2022. Evermore is under siege. The witches of Knight have been using their chaos magic to widen the rift between the island and the Otherworld. Creatures from folklore prey on the villagers, consuming their very humanity.

Brigid awakens in this world with no memory of how she traveled into the future, but she learns that she helped unleash this curse on Evermore. To seal the lough and stop the witches of Knight, she must work with her magical descendants, Ophelia and Finola. But the knowledge she seeks lies with Luc Knightly himself—mysterious, handsome, and powerful. To save Evermore, Brigid may have to lose everything once again.

A fun read about a witch who finds herself 100 years in the future. The story has magic, monsters and romance, a terrific mix!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC of this book!

Honestly, I was very confused at the beginning, but the book did become more enjoyable. Books related to time travel aren't really my favorite- I don't know why, just a topic I am not really interested in personally. The Lost Witch is a fantasy romance novel with great characters and the storyline has great potential! I just feel like there could have been better world building at the beginning to make it less confusing.

DNF at 47%

I was bored and the characters were very flat for me. I struggled to get into the story. The timelines were weird, and the writing style just didn't work for me.

Had a hard time putting this book down. Really dug the romance the way it was written as well as the others characters. Got a little confusing at times with the plot, but still enjoyable.