5 / 5 stars

I don’t usually enjoy historical fiction but this book swept me up from beginning to end.

Did I have any idea what piece of history I was walking into reading this? No. Did I still absolutely enjoy every piece of this beautiful, heart-wrenching, yet hopeful book? Yes.


Boudicca is an absolute powerhouse and I am thrilled to have learned a piece of this history from this story. I loved that the other female characters’ also carried unwavering strength and leadership ability. Seeing them be treated as fellow kin was wonderful to read about. The magic woven throughout also added such a nice element that elevated the story of this book. 


Every page was packed with dense amounts of information, which made this a slower read than usual for me, but the slowness did not take away at all from the enjoyment of this book.

Thank you to William Morrow, P.C. Cast, and Net Galley for this advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.

PC Cast’s Bodaccia is a compelling tale of a REBEL and WARRIOR rising to claim her destiny as QUEEN. Boudicca is a force to be reckoned with, and her journey is both inspiring and heartbreaking. The world-building is rich and immersive, and the characters are complex and relatable.

While the pacing was a bit uneven at times, the overall story arc is satisfying. PC Cast’s vivid descriptions and action-packed scenes kept me engaged throughout. I'm grateful to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book. A solid entry into the historical fiction genre.

I have always been interested in the legend of Boudicca so I was thrilled to get a chance to read this book. I really enjoyed it, the author expertly wove history, fantasy, and mysticism into a very readable book about a strong woman. While the book was mostly about Boudicca I also enjoyed reading about the people around her who supported her. It was a great read.

I was instantly transported by this story. The battles that were fought and the pain and rage Boudicca and her daughters endured I felt as if I was there experiencing those moments with her. P.C Cast another great book! Definitely recommend for the historical fiction lovers.

Engaging historical fantasy about a figure who honestly deserves a lot more focus than she's been given! Thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review!