This story is about a woman on the run, accused of murder. As she’s trying to outrun the constable, she collides with man, breaking her ankle. Surprisingly, he convinces the constable that she is actually his wife, and not the fugitive he is looking for. He takes her home to his derelict home known as Ravenswood Hall. To keep her safe until her ankle is healed, she must pretend to be his missing wife, Luna. She finds strange markings and scratches on the walls and she realizes that the rumors of the “Ravenswood witch” may not be rumors after all.

This book had a very interesting plot that intrigued me. The pacing and writing however, fell kinda flat. I found it to be rather slow and boring.

This book was the perfect blend of mystery and romance with spooky/ witchy vibes. I really enjoyed this book.

I really liked the concept of this book, but it was just not for me. It was slow, but definitely kept you wanting to read because of the suspense. There were a few twists that I enjoyed and didn't fully see coming. But, it felt a bit slow until the last 25%. I really did not feel like I connected with or really liked any of the characters, and many of their interactions felt forced and a bit awkward to read.

Event though this did not work for me, thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this advanced copy, all thoughts are my own.

In 1885, a young woman is on the run from the police and wanted for murder, when she has a run-in with a mysterious stranger and breaks her ankle. The police catch up, and she thinks she’s been caught, when suddenly the stranger tells the police that she is actually his wife, Luna. Desperate to escape the hangman, the woman plays along. The man takes her to his home, Ravenswood Hall, to rest and recuperate from her injury. And there she finds out why he lied to the police – the real Luna has vanished, and the man needs the false Luna to keep up the charade that everything is fine. The real Luna was also rumored to be a witch and did sinister rituals in the house and the forest. As strange and frightening things happen in Ravenswood Hall, the woman posing as Luna wonders if maybe living in this terrible place is worse than facing up to her crimes.

This book had fantastic spooky vibes from the very beginning – I kind of wished I had saved it for October! I really enjoyed the main character – there are chapters interspersed throughout the story that shed light on her past and what she’s running from, and she shows tremendous growth throughout the novel. The pacing of the book was a little uneven, but it kept my interest enough to keep me interested and moving forward. Four stars.

I found the blurb interesting and it started well. The writing is good and the setting gives a Rebecca or Jane Eyre type feelings. However, after some chapters it becomes very slow. I was so interested in the romance thing but it's kind of non existent for a long time because Marcus, the male protagonist, leaves the place immediately, thus there is no interaction between them.

Also, the mystery, the odd things happening in the house failed to grip me.

Thank you for the copy. Sorry, it didn't really work for me.

I was completely intrigued by this one, book friends.

With multiple POVS and time shifts (these shift do not confuse or take away from the present timeline, which I love) this book is one that readers will savor. And after the plot twists (oh those plot twist) readers will be cheering Luna and Marcus on to have their happy ending. Because they deserve it (for so many reasons I will let you discover).

A fake marriage of convenience, second chances for a better life, and plot twists I did not see coming, readers will be engrossed from the opening lines in this murder mystery historical fiction romance (I know, that’s a lot, but it’s oh so good), with a hint of magic.

I may have a book hangover after this one…

Go pre-order this one book friends.

Such a splendid suspenseful story with added magical moments and intriguing characters.
Completely compelling reading, from the first chapter I was hooked into the story and desperate to find out what was happening and who was who in the story.
Some excellent twists sprinkled throughout the story had me thinking constantly about motives and true identities.
Great descriptions of the place, and so much research must have been carried out for all the dark magic and witchcraft information shared throughout the story.
I was so emotionally invested in the characters and on several occasions was surprised by revelations.
Fast moving story that flowed so well, the combination of two stories rolled together very cleverly.
Loved Bran too - his character was brilliant and was well crafted and an integral part of the story.
Spooky at times, this wonderful book was the perfect mix of magic, mystery and thriller- an amazing combination that was incredibly entertaining to read.
Would make an excellent movie!

I really enjoyed this book, it was such an intriguing read from the very beginning. The style works really well and brings a grand sense of mystery to the main character "Luna" from the very beginning. The interwoven narrative is brilliant as a red herring throughout. I found myself trying to guess what was coming next because the mystery behind all the threads that run through the book is really well done and kept me hooked throughout.
I enjoyed the relationship "Luna" had with Marcus as well. It was nice to see how that developed and it did feel really naturally done. Again, I was kept guessing as to how he played a role in everything.
All the mysteries and answers were concluded really nicely, although I did find that the ending seemed a little abrupt, though that might have just been me... I also had some questions still remaining at the end as to the origin of the supernatural influences that seemed to affect Luna in the house - though again, this could have been me missing something.
Overall, a decent book with mystery and intrigue.

I was hooked from the first page! This isn't the type of book I would usually pick up, but I'm glad I gave it a chance. This my first read from this author but will not be my last. The writing style was great and though there are a lot of characters, it was easy to follow. Unfortunately, I find it hard to give a more detailed review without giving anything away!

The Ravenswood witch is a good fall read with supernatural happenings, characters with mysterious pasts, a bonus of an animal sidekick, and topped off with some gothic vibes. Think Jane eyre, but with elements of magic and a bit darker. If you’re a big baby like me, no need to worry, the supernatural happening shouldn’t be enough to keep you awake (listen, I scare easy ok? 😂).
I enjoyed the slight undermining of the trust our FMC “Luna” faces while hearing different stories about other characters in the book or over hearing snippets of conversation, leading her and the reader to question who can truly be trusted. Full disclosure that I didn’t know who would end up being our villainous character and I enjoyed that it kept me guessing.
There are chapters interwoven with our present character timeline to provide background for our mysterious FMC and the way they were placed was well done and worked well within the overall story. Thank you @netgalley for the ARC!

Book blurb: The year is 1885 and a young woman is on the run, knowing if she’s caught, she’ll be hanged for murder. Moments from a safe haven, she collides with a gruff stranger, falling and breaking her ankle.
To her surprise, the man – Marcus Greybourne – convinces the local constable that she is his reclusive wife of ten years, Luna. He carries her back to the neglected and crumbling Ravenswood Hall, promising if she agrees to maintain this charade, he will keep her safe until her injuries have healed.
But the house is haunted by shadows and secrets. What’s more, the real Luna Greybourne is missing, without trace. Scratches and marks made by her around the house suggest witchcraft; and indeed Luna is known locally as the Ravenswood Witch; her reputation in tatters, like the wallpapers of the padlocked rooms she’d destroyed.
As strange happenings in the house continue, outside the screech of a raven echoes across oppressive woods that seem alive with dark magic. And the woman who is now pretending to be Luna can’t help but fear she’s escaped the noose for a far more terrible fate…
#fallreads #netgalley

This is a good autumn read. It’s cozy and witchy and full of mystery. So with spooky season coming up, this is a good read. However, I did find it a bit slow at points. The narrative only really picks up at the halfway mark, and while I’m glad I waited till there to read it it’s not very engaging. If you’re looking for something as an in between book, this is a good choice

I have just come up for air after immersing myself in the glorious story of The Ravenswood Witch by Jenni Keer.
Having read some of her previous books, I knew I was in for a treat.
We start with a runaway being pursued by the police, and she collides with Marcus Greybourne as she attempts to escape their clutches. Having suffered an injury, party Mr Greybourne's fault, he insists on looking after her, but with a condition.
She continues the charade of being his wife, the excuse he used to stop the local constable from continuing his chase.
Once in the house, she discovers that this isn't a straightforward deal, as Luna Greybourne is a woman accused of being a witch.
I don't want to go into too much detail, as that will give away parts of the story, but the storyline has wonderfully complex twists and a dark romance at its base.
Jenni Keer draws us in with beautifully crafted characters and plenty of page-turning moments that keep the reader hooked until the end.
I absolutely LOVED it!
Many thanks to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for an ARC.

Imagine a spooky story set in Victorian England. A young woman is wrongly accused of a crime and tries to run away. But she trips and hurts her ankle. A mysterious man helps her and asks her to pretend to be his missing wife. She agrees, thinking it’s a good way to hide.

Soon, she realizes that his house is creepy and full of secrets. The servants are strange, her husband is always gone, and the villagers think she’s a witch. Plus, there’s a spooky raven with a broken leg that seems to like her.

The story is told from the point of view of three different characters. It’s hard to know who to trust because everyone has secrets. Is the man telling the truth? Is the woman? And what’s really going on in this spooky place?

It’s a scary and exciting story with a touch of romance. I really enjoyed it!

What a lovely book. Could not put it down and enjoyed every minute of it. Would recommend to anybody that likes a mystery and sweet MCs.

What I liked:
- the MC and her vulnerability. I felt with her, suffered with her and was happy with her. She is a nice person trying to survive in an injust world
- the overall writing was very pleasant, very discriptive but not overly so. I was truly immersed into the world
- the suspense, I was not expecting to get so excited and hoping for "linas" happiness
- there was a misdirect that I did not see coming at all and had to take a breather cause I felt it was so cleverly done
- they get a kind of pet at some point and a few interactions were really cute and funny

What I didnt like:
- the reveal at the end fell a bit flat for me because the build up was so fantastic. I dont know what I was expecting but it was partially too obvious and partially not obvious enough
- a few things were not explained at the end, but I suppose "the magic is only real if you believe"

England, late 19th century. A woman on the run bumps into a man with a complicated past... His wife was considered a witch and is missing. And now these two strangers need each other.

I found the story very different and really liked the author's writing, which I was unfamiliar with. There was a plot twist that surprised me a lot and I had to stop and digest it before continuing the book.

If you like romance with mystery and supernatural, I recommend it!

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC!

The perfect Autumn read....Witchy, superstitious, full of mystery and suspense, but with a coziness to add.

Another great read by Jenni Kerr...I'm fast becoming a fan of her writing

If you are looking for a cozy witchcraft story this summer then this is it. I enjoyed reading Mr. Greybourne. The plot is intriguing. And I enjoyed how the story is narrated.

Cute story, nice characters but a bit slow and I just never really got into the story. I think this would have been great to listen to as an audio book rather than take up precious reading time. Thank for this arc in exchange of an honest review.

The Ravenswood witch is a story about mystery, and magic!
I enjoyed following the FMC, from the very beginning when we don't quite know what she did in the past, to the end.
We follow her journey with Marcus, a mysterious MMC, who enters into her life in a really haphazard way.
The way the story was intertwined between the present and the past was well done, and we get to discover bit by bit who is "Luna".
The style of writing was fluid and easy to read. The spooky vibes perfect for the coming fall!
A lot of characters keep their mysterious aura along the story, and you cannot stop yourself to ask many questions about them!
It was also a fast paced and great reading, offering the topic of love even in strange times.

I can't find the words to explain how this made me feel... This book got my emotions into a rollercoaster!
I couldn't leave this book for two days! A thrilling romance with so much mistery around the characters past!
4.5 stars and highly recommended!