This was a really interesting book. It was a little slow in the beginning, but once you get used to the writing it was a good story. I liked how the house is a character of its own and the sister’s story.

This book had a lot of potential to be a favourite of mine - family drama, sisters coming together, and a spooky vibe were what sold me on reading it! Unfortunately this one fell a little flat for me.

I loved the setting of this book. The estate itself was a character all on its own and it added so much to the overall atmosphere of the story. I really enjoyed the addition of runes and ghosts coming up in unexpected ways, it was really cool to see them included in such a modern storyline.

That’s about where the enjoyment ended for me. The pacing of this book was way too slow and there were so many different elements thrown in that it was hard to keep track of what the actual storyline was. The “twists” in this book were not quite twisty and any mystery was very obvious and not suspenseful at all.

I could MAYBE recommend this if you have incredible patience and enjoy a really well developed setting but be warned - this one put me in a reading slump for a long time!

I could not put this book down!

The book was well written. I liked how the author provided information without making it sound like infodumps. I found the book to be well constructed. Although I did figure out the villain fairly early on, I kept reading to see how it ended. I loved the relationship between Cordelia and Eustace. I have a sister who I adore, so this was lovely to see.

This gothic-style mystery has everything—family, mystery, romance, and witchery. I will definitely be reading this one again and reading more from Ava Morgyn.

This book took a long time to hook me in. There were a lot of storylines to follow when all I wanted to know was what kind of powers the sisters had and the history of their family. And ultimately, the mob boss, ex husband, and even romance plot lines were kind of pointless. Without them, the book would remain the same.

And sometimes this book was kind of gruesome, which I was not expecting.

I did enjoy Cordelia and Eustace’s journey in both repairing their relationship with each other and discovering their true selves, but it was such a slog to get through.

Looking for a great Witch Read for Spooky Season that has a strong story about family and sisters along with a good romance? Then this is a great choice to start October with. Cordelia, what better name can an Anne of Green Gables fan find that will pull them into a fall read than this 😁, is having money problems and is in a tough place in her life. Everything seems to be going wrong and then her quirky aunt passes away and when the aunt's lawyer calls and informs her of her inheritance, there is more than the Connecticut house at play. She must reconnect with her estranged sister Eustace and together decide what will happen next. With tensions high and stories to be shared, not to mention all the emotions that must be confronted. Its not just human conversation, memories, and living history for this pair of sisters to face. The aunt's house itself has ideas of its own along with spooky figures, witches, and magic that will have their say in Cordelia and Eustace's story. At first is may appear that money problems are over, but there is more than meets the eye to this inherited house. Secrets abound, mysteries need to solves, emotions will be confronted, and bonds of all types will be tested.

This was a beautifully written and well plotted story that had me picking up the phone and characters king in with myself sister. This is a book that just calls out for pot of tea, cozy blanket, and quiet afternoon.

Thank you NetGalley and St Martins Press for the copy that I read. What a way to welcome in Spooky Season!

Received this book as an ARC from NetGalley/St. Martins Press and I held off until now for spooky season! This book follows two sisters who find out they have inherited their deceased aunts house. Once they arrive at the house, hauntings start to take place & they learn more about their familial line.

I really enjoyed the haunting aspect-in the beginning it felt more scary but then as we got to learn the ghosts personality, the hauntings almost felt more normalized. While I appreciated learning more of the ghost personality, I missed that scary piece as the book went on. I felt like overall the book was slower paced and I often found myself skipping over the overly flowery language. With two sisters being the main characters, I almost wish the chapters were dual POV since I felt like it was harder to connect with Cordelia whereas Eustace came off more “likeable”.

Thank you, Netgalley, the author, and St. Martin's Press for the gifted e-book! ❤️ #gifted. My review is comprised of my honest thoughts.

Read this book if you like: Atmospheric, witchy vibes, family secrets

This was a good, witchy read, perfect for Fall. This took me way too long to get to. I should have read it sooner. I really enjoyed it. It had a great atmosphere, a little creepy. The sisters are great characters. I highly recommend it!

I read this back in November 2023. Apologies for the late review.

Review from Goodreads:

I really enjoyed this witchy tale from the Nordic tribes. It is a mix of Norse mythology (Odin) and how Nordic witches survived over the centuries.

As a writer, I found it interesting that the scenes are basically two places (along with random flashbacks). First scene is the home in Dallas. The second scene is Bone Hill. It does not veer too far from either place.

What I enjoyed the most was the self-discovery both sisters go on as they return to their ancestral homes. One sister has a knack for nature, the other has a knack for the spiritual and the elements.

I guessed at the beginning who was trying to kill them, but I was interested in knowing why. That's what made the story so interesting at the end. Talk about some skeletons in the family closet!

I casted Jason Momoa as Gordon. It made the Gordon scenes much more entertaining. ;)

I recommend this one for all those who love witchy tales and are interested in reading something a little different than Salem's witchcraft. The use of Norse mythology really made this intriguing and different than other witchy tales.

Stooop! Why did it take me so long to read this??? This was MAGICAL! I loved this book and the ambiance it gave!

A slow but atmospheric tale reminiscent of Practical Magic, I enjoyed that this novel came in the third person POV of Cordelia. So many books I’ve read lately have come from multiple characters POVs and honestly it’s tiresome to be every book you read, so that aspect was a breath of fresh air! My next point however may be slightly hypocritical then- but I really loved Eustace and would have enjoyed more of character arc from her, or to hear some of the story in her voice.

That being said, I’d like me you’re a lover of runes and rituals, this book will tickle all the right parts of your brain too!

The Witches of Bone Hill by Ava Morgyn is a total spellbinding treat! 🌙✨ It’s a bewitching blend of magic, mystery, and sisterhood with a dark, atmospheric vibe that’ll keep you hooked. Perfect for cozying up with on a rainy day.

Ugh, this cover and all the witchy vibes sucked me into this one! The Witches of Bone Hill would make a great fall read!

I thoroughly enjoyed The Witches of Bone Hill by Ava Morgyn, thanks to its captivating blend of witches and mystery. Morgyn's vivid writing brings the fantasy world to life, making for an entertaining and engaging read. The subtle humor throughout the book, particularly the scene with Cordelia and her ex-husband in the kitchen, was a standout highlight.

However, I had some reservations. The depiction of animal cruelty was unsettling, and certain romantic elements felt unnecessary to the story. While Morgyn crafted the narrative with strong flow and pace, there were moments of info dumping that could have been streamlined. Overall, though, the book was a delightful read that showcased Morgyn’s talent for storytelling.

Ava Morgyn’s *The Witches of Bone Hill* is a mesmerizing blend of dark fantasy and witchcraft that immerses readers in a richly atmospheric world. Morgyn’s evocative prose and intricate plot weave a tale of magic and mystery, with well-developed characters and captivating twists. The novel’s haunting narrative and spellbinding themes make it a standout in the genre.

2.5 stars.

Ugh this book was about 150 pages longer than it needed to be. I wanted to dnf this so many times. It started off strong though so I stuck with it but it just dragged on for ever! I couldn't really connect to any of the characters and just kept counting the pages till the end.

Thank you netgalley for the earc in exchange for an honest review

Eustace and Cordelia are sister witches that inherit a house in Connecticut from an estranged aunt. Cordelia thinks that selling the house will solve her financial issues - but it's never that easy, is it? Loads of family secrets, gore, and scary bits.

This is the perfect read for going into spooky season!

Sadly this one is a DNF. It was moving very slowly for me and I wish the fact that cancer is a plot point was mentioned in the synopsis.

I wanted to love this so much the synopsis was so promising. While I liked the elements with the mansion and the paranormal bits. The pacing on this book is very back and forth which I found extremely distracting. The story boggs down in several places and I found it hard to stay motivated to finish. I didn't really understand the mafia subplot and felt it did nothing for the story that was trying to be told. I also had absolutely no interest in the background love story that felt forced. over all this definitely someones cup of tea and I am sure there are a ton of people who will absolutely adore this book.

The Witches of Bone Hill is a well written contemporary paranormal/horror novel by Ava Morgyn. Released 26th Sept 2023 by Macmillan on their Griffin imprint, it's 352 pages and will be available in hardcover, audio, and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links and references throughout.

There's a palpable sense of dread throughout this story with a number of off kilter very violent scenes which throw readers off balance and unprepared for the next assault. There are some graphic scenes which might possibly make it NSFW/commute.

It's a horror romance which might seem an odd combo, but the author does a good job with the nuts & bolts writing and the central characters are fairly well fleshed out and three dimensional. There are curses galore, and blood debts, and bone knives, and magic, and ghosts, and a huge scary house which figures centrally to the plot.

Three and a half stars. Fans of Deborah Harkness, Paige Crutcher, and Karen Marie Moning will likely enjoy this one.

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.

I love a good story about witches, however this one was just not for me.

The descriptions and setting were well-described and it felt very atmospheric; However Cordelia as a main character was very hard to invest in, and her motivations seemed somewhat contradictory. She sought truthful communication from those around her, yet won't do that herself and then lashes out when she doesn't get that which she seeks. She also would enter into something recklessly and then be confused as to the negative consequences.

Genre-wise, it also felt like there was way too much going on. The 'mafia' element on top of the ghost / paranormal / horror / mystery just made it feel disjointed and detracted to the story.

Ultimately I think Cordelia could have used some development, and the book could have used some condensing / more focus.