I loved this book for so many reasons! Historical fiction is a pretty easy win for me, even more so when witches and magic are involved. Add in POV jumping back and forth between decades following the journeys of some strong female protagonists and I was sucked in from the beginning. You've also got LGBTQIA+ romance representation and a charming setting that's almost a character itself.

Fantastic attention to detail and flow which kept things moving along at a comfortable pace making it an easy and thoroughly enjoyable read!

This was a haunting story thatset witchcraft against evil in the Ozark mountains. Set in two different timelines, I had the same problem as some of the other reviewers. I could not keep the narrator’s straight I was constantly going back and forth in the book trying to keep the women separate. This impacted my enjoyment of the story negatively and I am only able to rate it at 3 stars. I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Electrifying! This multigenerational tale that travels across time and space is woven together like a delicate tapestry, and it will stay with you long after the last page. Kennedy has done it again with this thoroughly-researched and engaging story of women who are trying to find their place in this world. I felt transported to another world while immersed in these pages, and I cannot wait to read whatever she writes next. She is a must-read author for me!

Beautifully written story of 3 women over a hundred year period. A tale of folklore, witchcraft and healing. Strong women overcoming the perils of their time. The devil has followed them throughout the years but its time to put a stop to it once and for all. Good must overcome evil.
Loved this book

This is strong, well-written book in Kennedy's bibliography.
I have recently had a go at her previous book Parting The Veil, and I have to admit, that The Witch of Tin Mountain is much stronger and better crafted case. There's some history behind the story (author kindly offers explanation on what is fiction, what inspired her to write this book), there's also a supernatural which is perfect for me to read anytime (and great for seasonal Halloween readers), there's drama and there's also LGTBQ coverage. It's subtly written, not overly sweet (however, at times bordering) and most importantly, well balanced story. Kudos for not shying away from certain sensitive topics (not going to mention them here as they might be considered as spoilers).
Written in two storylines set in different centuries, the story has a rather slow start but lifts off into a good pace and ties in very nicely.

This is not my usual genre of novel but I was intrigued by the description.
It is told from two POV Deidre abd her granddaughter Grace lynn. It is set in the Ozarks where suspicion reigns, folklore and herbal remedies are abundant and religious fervour runs deep.
It is a wonderful window into relationships, love, superstition and other worldly experiences.
I really enjoyed this novel

Thank you net galley for providing me with a copy of the witch of Tin mountain in exchange for a honest review.


A hauntingly beautifully written tale. The plot along with the writing instantly drew me in and the characters were extremely well written. Absolutely recommend.

Thanks to Net Galley and Lake Union Publishing for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.

This is my is my first read by Paulette Kennedy and now I know I need to pick up Parting the Veil. I’m a sucker for stories about witches, mysteries, and overall spookiness. This book really delivers! It’s a historical novel that spans three generations with multiple POVs. It’s immersive with intricate storytelling, complete with strong women characters.

This book was great until the end. A lot of unanswered questions but I loved the story and character development. Thank you @NetGalley for the ARC.

A tapestry of the endurance and strength against an evil force who brings his devil means to three generations of witches. Seeking a witch to spawn offspring, he pervades their lives causing mayhem and evil.
The stories of Annaliese, Diedre, and Gracelyn are each their own, bound by machinations of a devil pastor. An unforgettable novel that will completely captivate until the end.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I loved this book! I think the sense of setting was particularly strong and pervasive throughout the text. The women of the novel were distinct and nuanced depictions. If I were to offer any critique for an editorial eye, I had a bit of difficulty following the climactic scene after the tornado where all the characters confronted Bellflower, but I understood the gist, and this did not ultimately hinder my experience. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this tale, clearly laced with such respect for the people of this region who are often portrayed less favorably or even looked down on in other works.

THE WITCH OF TIN MOUNTAIN drew me in from the very first chapter. Paulette Kennedy takes readers on a journey across generations into the heart of the Ozark mountains where women rise above sexism with cleverness, strength and--if you listen to the ne'er-do-well traveling preacher--witchcraft.

This was a really good read with a creeoy atmosphere at times and a dark undertone this was everything I loved about historical fiction and really showed the hypocrisy of humans. I was gripped the whole way through, I couldn't put it down.

Ozark-style language is often used for a laugh but in The Witch of Tin Mountain it's used with evocative flourish. The phrasing is gorgeous, causing me to slow down my reading and ponder the rich visuals and archaic concepts. maybe archaic is too strong of a word! The time setting is in the late 1800s and 1930's, Older than archaic, I suppose.

The story is of a multi-generational matriarchal family structure, of witches and magical realism. The visions are stunning, haunting. The whole book is a slow-paced treat of good vs. evil.

For some reason I thought I was going more into fast-paced domestic thriller-land, but this book is a literary treat. Paulette Kennedy is immensely talented. The Witch of the Mountain is a beautifully told story.

I absolutely loved it, but again be prepared for a slow pace (not meandering, just slower).

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

I give this one 3.5 stars.

The Witch of Tin Mountain had an interesting and unique storyline, set in the dark wildness of the Ozarks. A mixture of historical fiction, folklore, magic and romance, the story was about a generation of women from a magical bloodline who are pursued by a dark preacher set on stealing their magical gifts. Sounds interesting, right ? And it was. The storyline is what kept me reading until the end.
However, I did have trouble with the two main characters, Gracelynne and Deirdre. These two characters ended up having such a similar voice
that it made it hard to truly connect with any of them and thus took away from the story for me.
But overall, an interesting read that I would recommend to those who enjoy historical fiction with a little bit of magic and dark folklore.

I really enjoyed the multi generational POVs, but like some of the other reviews mention, I feel like the narrators were way too similar. It was difficult for me to separate them while reading. I also loved the setting in the Ozarks, got all the good vibes from that.

I received an ARC from NetGalley, all thoughts are my own.

I liked The Witch of Tin Mountain and what I would expect from Paulette Kennedy. I will be giving it four stars.

Thanks to #netgalley, Lake Union Publishing and Paulette Kennedy for sending this this e-book for review. The Witch of Tin Mountian is a gothic fiction novel set in depression-era Arkansas, in the Ozarks. A curse plagues Tin Mountian surrounding the murder of Annaliese. Before dying she hides a book with her infant son in an old trunk. This book is a grimore, holding secrets and abilities. Immersive and well-written, the characters are deep, convincing and accent each other well. The lifestyle representationwas well done. The plot layers thicken as we learn of relationships, and family obligations, and secrets. It explores various assumptions and stereotypes the religious community and the gay community are with, and when they are confronted with each other.
I will never forget Deirdre Werner, and the love between Gracelynn and Abbey. The trauma of living under these assumptions and stereotypes is represented fairly from both points of view, and fairly represented.
I highly recommend this haunting and brilliant work.

1931. Gracelynn Doherty lives peacefully on Tin Mountain, helping her adoptive granny work her cures. Despite whispers that the women are witches, the superstitious locals still seek them out, whether to remedy arthritis or a broken heart. But when evangelist Josiah Bellflower comes to town promising miracle healing, full bellies, and prosperity, his revivals soon hold Tin Mountain in thrall—and Granny in abject fear.

Granny recognizes Josiah. Fifty years ago, in a dark and desperate moment, she made a terrible promise. Now Josiah, an enemy, has returned to collect his due.

As Granny sickens and the drought-ridden countryside falls under a curse, Gracelynn must choose: flee Tin Mountain and the only family she knows, or confront the vengeful preacher whose unholy mission is to destroy her.

Beautiful cover and story was enthralling.

This was one of those books where I opened it, read the first page, and then promptly put it away.

I get this feeling with books sometimes. The feeling that they’re going to change something for me. In me. They’re going to matter to me. I am 100% the intended audience, in one way or another, and I can feel it from that first page alone. If I was a literary agent, I suppose this is the feeling I would look for when offering representation. And so I need to put the book away, after reading that first page, and prepare myself for the journey I know I will embark upon once I read beyond that first page.

I waited three or four weeks, preparing—and then I read the whole book in one sitting, in one evening. I even began to murmur it aloud halfway through, reciting several paragraphs over and over again.

There was basically nothing that I didn’t love about this book, but I’ll try to be succinct.

First off, this is the second book from Kennedy that I’ve read, and the craft felt significantly developed to me. The storytelling was a lot more intricate, yet also a lot smoother at the same time, which is no small feat. I absolutely love seeing authors progress and advance like this.

Ultimately, what really brought this book home for me was the suspense. The book starts of slowly, as we settle into the different timelines and multiple protagonists, and then around the 15% mark you start to feel that you’re “getting something”, but you’re not fully sure what that “something” is. Not yet. But you’re willing to wait for it. Because you trust the author, and you trust these characters, and you’re starting to see parallels and patterns that point to a larger picture. This is a story with multiple timelines, meaning that most of the suspense arises from how these timelines interconnect, and when they do so. If you don’t like this type of ping-pongy suspense and initial head-scratching, then this is probably not a book for you. If you love it, like I do, then it definitely is.

Relatedly, Kennedy does foreshadowing really well. She will drop a cue in one timeline that fits with a cue in the other timeline, thus forcing you to connect the dots across the timelines and characters. Put differently: one character in one timeline will know something that the other character desperately needs to know in their timeline. A lot of tension will splay out across this skewed timeline relationship. If this is not your cup of tea, you might wanna steer clear of the book. However, if it is, you wanna gulp down that tea and pour a second cup straight away.

The book is set in the Ozarks. In contrast to her debut, this is the author’s home, and this familiarity adds to the reader immersion of the story. There is an intimacy to the culture presented on the page that tells you of the deep love that the author has of this place. Of home. And that’s relatable to any reader, I daresay. We all feel for home, and for family, both at the worst and the best of times. This book shows that.

As usual, Kennedy treats historical fact with respect and care. Her research is thorough, as the author’s note will tell you. She writes queer characters that feel true to their circumstances and times, while she also grapples with the themes of feminism and misogyny stretched across several generations and time periods.

The Witch of Tin Mountain is a book that discusses how otherness has historically been treated as something to fear—and that this fear is hard to shake, even in more modern times. Like the very antagonist of the book, this fear simply takes a different shape. It evolves. And this, in turn, demands that we must always stay vigilant of this fear. Exactly as the protagonists of the book must also stay vigilant of it. I promise you that the thematic resonance and clarity and impact of this book will knock you off your feet by the time that you’re done reading it.

This book is like a bonfire—when it catches flame, it roars.

And if you stand too close, you get burnt.

Like the Witch of Tin Mountain herself.