Enjoyable mash up of Witcher’s, historical romance and re-telling of Jane Eyre. Well written and atmospheric and fun read. Thank you to #netgalley and the publisher for an advance copy.

Slow to get into but once the characters and setting are established this novel really settles into the plot and witchy vibes. A compelling Jane Eyre retelling.

Haunted Estate, Slow Burn, Forced Proximity

I didn't know what to expect, so found this a slow starter. Took me a while to finish, as I kept setting it down and forgetting about it for days at a time. After finishing the book I read the author's notes and saw this is a retelling of Jane Eyre, which made everything click. I'm embarrassed that I never put Miss Aire together with Jane in my head. I never read the classic romances (Bronte, Austen, et al) so the cadence wasn't familiar to me. I wish I'd read a jacket or synopsis before reading, it may have peaked my interest more than going in blind.

The MFC doesn't know her own strength and comes into her own as soon as she leaves her home environment where expectations hold her back. The brooding and stern leading man who sees her value and encourages her growth. The writing is great, as I believe a good story paints a mind picture and I saw the cottage, the gardens, the house clearly as I was reading.
A great and surprising resolution really brought the magic to the forefront, and who doesn't love a Happy Ever After? Overall I'm glad I finished.

A Jane Eyre retelling that feels genuine to the source material, though cozier and with the added element of magic. Really enjoyable book.

Series Info/Source: This is a stand alone book. I got a copy of this on ebook through NetGalley.

Thoughts: This is a re-imagining of Jane Eyre with witches and malevolent ghosts. I enjoyed this well enough. Jane is an orphan who teaches at a girls' school known for teaching witchcraft. She gets a request to travel out to Thornfield Hall to deal with a problem there.

For the most part I enjoyed Jane and Edward's characters; although I did wish a number of times that Jane had a bit more backbone. She just gave up on things fairly easily. The romance between her and Edward was decently done but not absolutely engrossing.

The mystery around the threat at Thornfield Hall was decent as well. There were some surprises and it kept me well enough engaged. The magical witchcraft throughout seemed a bit awkward; whenever it entered the story it felt like the story stuttered a bit and just didn't flow well. It would have been nice to have magic more seamlessly woven into the world.

The writing here is easy to read and contains a lot of wonderful descriptions. This was a fairly quick read that I enjoyed but didn't love.

My Summary (4/5): Overall I enjoyed this story but didn't love it. I don't think it was quite as good as the original "Jane Eyre" book. The addition of magic and witchcraft was an intriguing idea but wasn't woven into the world very well. Jane and Edward were okay and their romance was sweet, but they never will pulled me into the story. This was a decent read and I would recommend if you enjoy retellings of classic literature that have magic in them. It didn't really make me want to pick up future books by Fisher though.

This was a fun read. I think it could fit into the "cozy fantasy" group that seems to be pretty popular right now. I never read Jane Eyre but was still able to enjoy the story. The writing was beautiful. I will look into other works by this author.

One of the best “Jane Eyre” retellings I’ve read, and I’ve read quite a few. It paid homage to the spirit and story of the original but retold it in a new, rejuvenating way.
The witchcraft aspects were told with love and appreciation, and were clearly carefully studied. I’d recommend this to anyone who is looking for a fun witchy cottagecore story with spooky elements. You don’t need to be familiar with “Jane Eyre” to enjoy it, but it’s definitely a bonus if you are.

Thank you NetGalley and 47North for this copy in exchange for an honest review!

3.5 stars

This was a quick, witchy read. I enjoyed the mystery behind the main storyline, but I was a bit disappointed by the love story. Definitely seemed rush and not entirely flushed out, but it definitely had its moments. Overall, I think it could have been longer and delved more into the romance and the storyline to really get the reader immersed.

Would recommend for anyone needing a fast read!

Salt and Broom is a creative, enchanted retelling of 'Jane Eyre'...with a healthy dose of fairies and ghosts, of course. Not having read the original, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect - something Pride and prejudice-esque with witches, perhaps? Witches, indeed.

This is my first book by Sharon Lynn Fisher, and I'm going to have to check out her other works because I adored Salt and Broom. I loved everything about this book - the atmosphere and writing, the characters are entertaining, the world feels cozy and lived-in. I was invested in Thornfield's haunting and Jane's development from the beginning.

In regards to the characters: Jane and Mr. Rochester are the sweetest couple. Their harmless banter comes off as real; Jane is an absolute delight, Edward moody, yet delightfully charming.

If you're looking for an imaginative retelling of a classic regency romance that has magic and mystery at its heart, you'll like this one

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Sharon Lynn Fisher for providing me with a complimentary digital ARC for Salt and Broom. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.

This is the first book I’ve read by this author. Jane Eyre is one of my favorite classic novels. I’ve read a few adaptations. I was really excited to read one with her being a witch because in the original novel, Rochester always thought she was a witch. I thought the plot was so good! I loved the writing. It was atmospheric. I was obsessed with Jane and Rochester. I thought the book was true to the original novel while also being fun and spooky. I already had an idea of what would happen, but I loved the differences. It was perfect to me. I definitely want to check out other books by this author.

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys books about witches and Jane Eyre!

enjoyable!! i am a big fan of jane eyre so it had big shoes to fill, but it was very fun and creative honestly! Loved the atmosphere, really nailed it. It was really inventive and cozy!

I haven't read Jane Eyre, so this being a retelling is lost on me and I can only rate it based on the novel itself. I loved this. It was such a cozy, cottagecore, historical fantasy that put me in mind of Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries. I loved Jane so much, I loved the writing style, the imagery, the cat. It was just so warm and nice to read, which just enough of a mystery and danger to keep me hooked.

Anytime a book is considered a spin off of a classic such as Jane Eyre my mind goes one of two places; it’s either too similar or too different for it to be enjoyable OR it’s perfectly fused with the original storyline. I’m very, very pleased to report that this book is the latter. Truly this is probably one of the best renditions I’ve had the pleasure of reading. It was close enough to the original that I felt it kept the charm, but unique enough that it truly was a new story at its core. Speaking of the story itself, it felt like every chapter there was a new twist that made me want to keep reading to watch all the pieces come together. I appreciated that they were easy enough to follow and despite the frequency, it didn’t feel staged or rushed. The imagery was absolutely stunning, I truly felt transported to be in the midst of the magic. I very much enjoyed the sprinkling in of witchcraft and folklore details, it was informative but not in the way that it felt like a scholarly book or something of that nature. Instead it added an entirely new level to the story and kept me captivated till the very end. It almost felt like I needed to start a journal of my own! All in all, this book held its own as being entirely unique yet with the personalities that we know and love, with some even new additions. I highly recommend giving yourself a change to escape with this book, you won’t regret it!

If you're looking for a witchy book with a great plot twist, here's the one for you! I liked the writing style of the author and the pacing in which the story was told. I loved the plot and don't even want to talk about it here to avoid spoilers. This was a great read!

ARC reader for NetGalley

Jane Eyre is my absolute favorite classic novel, so when I read the description of a witchy retelling I jumped at the opportunity to read it!
It did not disappoint! It keeps in line with most of what you would expect from Jane and Mr. Rochester, but the author made it her own with a witchy paranormal fae mystery twist that surprised me and an ending I think was better than the original. Highly recommend for lovers of classic literature and mysteries.

Sharon Lynn Fisher's latest creation, "Salt & Broom," is a captivating journey that blends the allure of Gothic mystery with a distinct infusion of magical elements. Set in a world resonating with echoes of Jane Eyre, Fisher masterfully reimagines the classic tale with an enthralling mix of witches, fairies, and spectral encounters.

The narrative follows the life of Jane Aire, a seasoned witch and devoted teacher at Lowood School. However, her tranquil existence takes an unexpected turn when she is summoned by the enigmatic Edward Fairfax Rochester, seeking her expertise to unravel the mysteries plaguing Thornfield Hall. As Jane steps into this new realm, she is confronted with peculiar occurrences—fairy pranks, ghostly apparitions, and a pervasive sense of an ancient curse haunting the estate.

Fisher's prose is a tapestry of exquisite storytelling, transporting readers effortlessly into the atmospheric setting of 1847 England. The richly detailed descriptions breathe life into the eerie poison garden and the enigmatic woods, intertwining seamlessly with the central enigma of Jane's origins and her inexplicable connection to Thornfield Hall.

While romance simmers delicately between Jane and Edward, Fisher adeptly balances it with the allure of suspense and the complexities of Jane's personal quest. Jane emerges as a resilient and compelling protagonist, driven by an insatiable curiosity to uncover the truth about her past and alter her destiny.

Notably, Sybil, the feline companion, adds an intriguing layer to the narrative, serving as more than just a witch's familiar, with hidden depths waiting to be unveiled.

"Salt & Broom" is a testament to Fisher's evolving prowess as an author, delivering a spellbinding narrative that will captivate both established fans and newcomers to her work. This book beckons readers into a world where mystery, magic, and the haunting allure of the Gothic seamlessly converge, leaving an indelible mark on the imagination.

I want to thank Netgalley for an advanced ARC of this book.

This is a retelling of Jane Eyre where she is a witch helping in a situation that's happened since the lady of the house at a Manor has passed away....

I want to say I have never read the original Jane Eyre so I was not able to compare the differences and stories.

While reading this story I liked the slow telling of a story that I saw as beautifully told, I found that this book was told a little fast in places but I highly enjoyed it from beginning to end feeling emotion for the main character from the halfway point on wards.

The ending was my favourite part of the book (not because it was ending) but because it was fun and engrossing

Thank you NetGalley, Sharon Lynn Fisher, and 47North for allowing me to read a copy of Salt & Broom in exchange for an honest review. I received this copy for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

First off, I love a good retelling of Jane Eyre. Salt & Broom twisted the story in a way to make it different from the classic, but the story was similar enough to see where the inspiration was coming from. The characters were well-developed and interesting. The plot was full of witchy greatness. I would highly recommend this book to anyone that loves Jane Eyre and/or to anyone who enjoys reading about supernatural elements.

4.5 stars. As a lover of witchy books and of Jane Eyre, I give this a fat stamp of approval. Just the right amount of romance and magic combined to make a really solid story.

I loved this book. I highly highly recommend it to anyone who likes witches or Jane Eyre or both.

Thank you to NetGalley and 47North for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was so beautiful. I absolutely loved it. Though I haven’t read Jane Eyre, but this book made me want to. It’s a quick read, and honestly I would have liked it a bit longer because of how much I liked it.

4.5 stars