I have been eagerly awaiting the release of Rebel Witch for months, and now that I've finally read it, I'm so sad it's over. While this sequel wasn't 100% what I was hoping for, I loved it all the same. I'm absolutely enamoured by Kristen Ciccarelli's written voice. This book has such stunning quotes and themes, and I earnestly love both Rune and Gideon. That being said, this duology is downright stressful at times. Everything is very intentionally tense. All the secrets and misunderstandings are spun into a complex web that I cannot help but admire. And even though I was constantly rooting for Rune and Gideon to drop the facades and talk to each other, I also completely understood why they both thought and acted as they did. That being said, as this is a duology and not a trilogy, I thought their romantic conflict would resolve a bit sooner than it did. On that note, I found with this book that while the main fantasy plot was always progressing in a smooth arc, Rune and Gideon's relationship was always flip-flopping. Any time I thought they were settling and accepting truths, there was another misunderstanding. And again, every misunderstanding made sense in the setting of this world, but sometimes I just wanted a bit longer of a moment of levity. That being said, I really did enjoy this book and the last 10% was some expert-level writing. Gideon and Rune's emotional development towards the end of this story was touching. I'm really going to miss this world! If Kristen Cicarelli ever writes a spin off novel or epilogue novella, I will be the first in line to read it!
Thank you to the publisher for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you to NetGalley for sending me an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Rebel Witch by Kristen Ciccarelli is the stunning conclusion to the Crimson Moth duology and after rating Heartless Hunter five stars, my bar for book two was set high. And wow--Rebel Witch did not disappoint! Starting off where book one left off, we weren't given time to pause for a breath as each new page unfolded an unexpected twist, danger, or sizzling hot chemistry between our main characters.

Something I loved is that as a reader, you really had to pay attention to every new piece of information given because there were so many layers to it. The foreshadowing was out of this world and by the end of the book, it just felt like what seemed to be a tangle of plot threads was smoothed out into a tidy straight line. It was so satisfying and I think the author did a fantastic job of weaving a tale that was fresh and stands out amongst the romantasy crowd.

Needless to say, this book was a five star read. It had non-stop action, was well-written, and the author did a fantastic job of pacing the information she revealed without leaving the reader lost or confused. Definitely add this to your tbr and if you haven't read book one, consider this your sign to do so!

I did like the first book better, but as far as sequels go it was good. Still has the fun tropes and cat/mouse feeling at the start throughout the middle. I really liked the character growth and twist with the lost sister. The ending is where it lost me a little, it felt so anti-climatic and kind of a cop out but wisdom was cool. Overall happy with this duology and how it ended

-Enemies to Lovers
-Witch | Witch Hunter
-Cat and Mouse
-Political Intrigue

This duology is a must-read if you're a fan of reading books in the Romantasy genre. I received "Rebel Witch" less than 24 hours ago and then proceeded to cancel all of my plans so I could binge it cover to cover without interruptions. After how book one "Heartless Hunter" ended, I needed answers immediately!

The author's writing style is immersive, atmospheric and engaging. She crafted such a remarkable world with characters that will take your emotions on roller coaster ride. I was on the edge of my seat throughout this entire book hoping that the MC's would get their HEA.

This has been one of my favorite series and I can't recommend it highly enough. I'm sad to see it come to an end but would absolutely be first in line to read more should the author decide to do any spinoffs in the future.

Definitely add this one to your TBR!

Thank you Kristen Ciccarelli , Net Galley and St. Martin's Press-Wednesday Books for providing me with an ARC of this book!

Thank you to Wednesday Books for my arc!


hahaha I knew going in that was going to hurt and I was proven right over and over. Rebel Witch picks up where we left off at the End of Crimson Moth/Heartless Hunter. Gideon is hunting Rune after he finds out she is a witch and Rune leaves with Cressida the very witch Queen who we know is responsible for the deaths of Gideons family.

the angst and the freaking romance in this book. I was screaming. My only complaint was that this was a bit to fast paced for me but i understand why, I would just of liked to see more angst BUT IT WAS STILL GOOD OKAY. JUST MY PERSONAL TASTE.

Overall a stunning conclusion to this duology & I can't wait to see what Fairyloot does for the Matching edition!

Wow. Where do I even begin?! 🥹

I am so in love with these characters and this story, reading this was bittersweet. Kristen has created such an enchanting world, magic system, and cast of characters with this duet. I never wanted it to end.

Gideon and Rune are enemies to lovers at its very finest. Their reunion and the journey of their relationship throughout this story was so much fun to read. They are both strong on their own, but so much stronger together. The further you get into the story, the more the two start to realize how far they would go for one another and it’s beautiful to see that development. Rune has got to be one of my favorite characters, she’s so brave, smart, and strong willed. She will go to extreme lengths for those that she loves and doesn’t think twice about it. And Gideon, my sweet Gideon. There’s a side brought out in him that we didn’t see much of in Heartless Hunter, and let me just say it made me fall in love with him even more. This boy deserves everything. He has been through so much, as has Rune, and I couldn’t be happier with the ending they were given.

I went through just about every emotion reading this book. Tears were shed. Lots of jaw dropping, throw my Kindle in shock moments. I cheered, swooned, laughed, I went THROUGH IT. This was just incredible. Everything you could ask for in a sequel. This duet is absolutely an all time favorite.