Tonight I bleed! Wow what a thrill. We follow our FMC Penny. The family bond is so great to see between Penny and her sisters Mila and Ella.
Penny will do whatever it takes to make sure Alice is safe and happy. But can she trust Malin and Dante?
Cliff hanger! But who doesn’t love a good cliff hanger!
If you like witches and sorcerers and a good love story, than this is for you!

3 stars
Content warning: murder, death, magical entrapment, magical torture, betrayal

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a digital copy to review. All thoughts are my own.

You know, I think in the case of this second book in the series, I messed up applying for it as an e-arc. I listened to book 1 as an audiobook, and I think I would have enjoyed this more, had I continued with the same format. But due to impatience, and having enjoyed the first book, I came into this with expectations and it quickly fell flat for me. Which is a huge shame, considering I really liked the magic system the author has created here.

I'm not sure if it was the further darkening and twisting of this storyline, or the character assassination that truly made me lose interest in this world, but I wasn't far into this sequel before I started to realise I had done myself a disservice picking it up as an ebook, and further, continuing the series. I believe that by this point in the story, Penny should be more clued on and less naive. I know she had some reasons for her actions, but it was exasperating to watch her flounder around, and grow suspicious of everyone without truly carrying a backbone. It took quite some time for her to start being clued on, and by that point it was too late for me to be interested in her as the main protagonist. I also struggled with Malin's character this time around, and felt rather uncomfortable with the amount of times he withheld information and yet Penny kept falling into his arms. The romance was not for me this time, sadly.

My two favourite characters from the first book spent the majority of this book not being actively there, so that also played into my serious lack of motivation to get through this book. I admit to skimming at times because it felt too dense and repetitive.

Again, I have to wonder if listening to this sequel would have kept me interested, and for that reason, I'm giving this book a higher rating than my actual enjoyment level.

I received an ARC from NetGalley for a review.

Review of Tonight I Bleed by Hannah Moskowitz – ★★★★☆ (4/5)

Tonight I Bleed (Book 2 in the Witches of Halstett) is a bold and haunting YA horror novel that explores the topics of identity, trauma, and power in a raw, emotional way.

What’s Good:
Unique Concept – A fresh take on horror and coming-of-age themes.
Emotional Depth – Deals with real struggles in a powerful way.
Strong Narration – The writing is raw and gripping.
Fast-Paced & Engaging – Keeps you hooked from start to finish.
Some moments feel intense and unsettling, but that’s part of what makes it work. A must-read for fans of feminist horror and dark, thought-provoking YA!

At midnight, the veil between Life and Death is at its thinnest. Witches can walk on the other side - and the Warden intends to destroy all those who wield magic. The one thing that might save them all may be the very same thing that might kill them.

I absolutely loved Tonight, I Burn and the next instalment is no exception.

Penny struggles with balancing those that she loves with her coven that she belongs to, and it's hard for her to keep moving forward in the "right" direction.

The biggest thing I love about these books is the interactions between the characters - they are usually unapologetically themselves, no matter how complex their relationships may be.

Thank you so much to Hachette ANZ for an e-arc of this one! All opinions are my own.

This is the sequel that I needed to Tonight I Burn! 🔥

You will definitely be left on another cliffhanger for the next book but definitely worth the read!

The more we learn about the characters in this story the sucked into the story you get. And you will find out not everything is what it seems

Can't wait for the next one!

🩸Tonight, I bleed by Katharine J. Adams 🩸

Publication date: 26th March 2025

Publisher: Hachette Australia & New Zealand

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✨️ Review ✨️

The novel tonight, I bleed, is the anticipated sequel to the debut novel, Tonight, I Burn, continuing the dark and enchanting narrative of the Witches of Halstett series.

Scheduled for publication on March 26, 2025, this instalment delves deeper into the life of Penny Albright, a thorn witch grappling with the complexities of rebellion, magic, and personal sacrifice.
In this sequel, Penny faces new challenges as she confronts the Warden's oppressive regime.

This book is believed to have highlighted the organic and compelling character interactions, noting that the relationships feel authentic and deeply engaging. The narrative is described as action-packed, with a strong emphasis on empowerment and resilience.

For those who were enthralled by the first book Tonight, I Burn, this sequel is poised to deliver a satisfying and immersive continuation of our favorite characters journey, blending suspense, romance, and a richly imagined world.

Thank you to Netgallery and Hachette Australia & New Zealand for allowing me to review this amazing sequel ❤️

Review: Tonight, I Bleed by Katharine J. Adams. Firstly, how absolutely stunning is the cover art on Katharine’s books?! They say “Don’t judge a book by it’s cover” but I think in this case you absolutely can. This book was beautiful, intricate, memorable, bold and very well written. I had only just read Tonight, I Burn, and the concept of these witches who must take turns to literally burn every single night just drew me in. There’s a lot going on in this second book, and for me I handled it well as someone who loves fantasy but takes awhile to process it. I enjoyed the character development and Penny becoming more assertive and sure of herself, and the pacing was spot on.
Thoroughly enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read the third instalment!
4.5/5
Thankyou to Katharine, Hachette Australia & NZ and NetGalley for the chance to read an advance copy in exchange for my honest opinion.
#tonightibleed #netgalley #hachetteaustralia #hachettenz

Unfortunately I did not enjoy this book as much as I enjoyed Burn. I felt this books was much slower paced and somewhat predictable.

The battle between good & evil is about to get hotter. The Warden has been taken to death but he still lives. Can Penny & Malin destroy him forever or will they lose the battle? They have fought so hard and even after everything they have been through together they might lose each other. Will Penny be strong enough to fight to find Alice?
A great storyline. Great characters. Penny, Malin & Alice deserve to be happy but can they ever really heal from all their scars?
Thank you Netgalley & the publisher for the copy. This is my voluntary review.

Penny is a thorn witch, walking Death is her birthright, but the Warden is keeping her locked away, his pet Death Weaver. The Resistance continue to fight the Warden, while Malin sits by his side. Penny has to try to save Alice and her coven from the Warden, and decide whether to ally with an old magic to do so.

REVIEW 🖤
4.5 ⭐️

I started reading Tonight, I Bleed directly after finishing Tonight, I Burn and I'm so sad I now have to wait to continue Penny's story! I loved seeing the development of Penny's relationship with her family in this book. Penny, Ella and Mila are closer than ever and put their trust in one another to do what needs to be done, to support each other even when they are scared.
Penny continues to try to protect Alice from the Warden, and sees Malin sitting beside the Warden and wonders if she can still trust him. Dante, one of the guards, plays a bigger part in this story, as a member of the Resistance and in supporting Penny.
I don't want to say too much and give spoilers for book one or for this story, but I loved seeing Penny find her strength and advocate for herself, even against those she loves who want to protect her. I could feel the pressure on Penny from the tenuous situation with Death and the Gilded and it shows what sort of character she is, when she won't let anyone deter her from her desire to save her friends and family.

I loved staying in this world and I look forward to returning again. Katharine J. Adams paints a vivid picture of Hallstatt and Death and her characters and I loved immersing myself in it for a few more days.

What a great sequel to Tonight I Burn! 🔥

Yes this will leave you on another cliffhanger for the next book but definitely worth the read!

We learn more about the characters in this story and not all is what it seems.

Make sure you add this little gem to your TBR pile x.