A flying witch with a height of 12ft would be an extraordinary sight to behold. This towering figure would command attention wherever it goes, soaring through the sky with grace and elegance. With its enormous stature, the witch would have a commanding presence and exude a sense of power and authority. As it flies, the wind would whip through its long, flowing robes, creating a dramatic and awe-inspiring image. Some may find the sight of a flying witch intimidating or frightening, but others would undoubtedly be captivated by its magical abilities and the sheer spectacle of such a magnificent creature. The ability to fly is often associated with freedom and liberation, and a witch of this size would truly embody these notions.
"Set against the backdrop of the Medieval German Witch Trials, Raasch and Revis weave a fantasy and heart-pounding tale full of history, love, witchcraft, and war that will have you gripping your book, waiting for the next shocking twist." — #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout
Yes, they experience many of the same events, but their motivations, choices, and priorities are very much built up on the many years of life they bring to the current situation, lives that were very different from one another. A survivor of a brutal attack on her coven, she s determined to find her only surviving family member and bring the hexenjägers zealot witch hunters to justice for the lives they ended.
The ability to fly is often associated with freedom and liberation, and a witch of this size would truly embody these notions. Its ability to navigate both the earthly realm and the sky would make it an incredibly versatile and agile being. Furthermore, a flying witch of this size would surely be capable of carrying heavy loads or passengers, adding another layer of usefulness to its already impressive repertoire.
Serena’s Review: “Night of the Witch”
Where Did I Get this Book: ARC from the publisher!
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Book Description: A witch and a hunter. Vengeance is their mission. Love is their destiny.
Fritzi is a witch. A survivor of a brutal attack on her coven, she’s determined to find her only surviving family member and bring the hexenjägers—zealot witch hunters—to justice for the lives they ended. To do this, she will need to take down their leader—Kommandant Dieter Kirch.
Otto is a hexenjäger and a captain, the second in command to Dieter Kirch—but that’s just his cover. Years ago, the hexenjagers burned his innocent mother alive and since then, he has been planning a move against the witch hunters that tore his family apart. And now the time has come for them to pay for what they’ve done.
When Fritzi and Otto are unexpectedly thrown together, neither is sure they can trust the other, despite their common enemy. But all they have is one another, and they both crave revenge. As truths come to light and trust shifts, Fritzi and Otto uncover a far more horrifying plot at the center of the hexenjäger attacks . . . but their own growing feelings for each other may be the most powerful magic of all.
Review: I was able to meet the authors and snag a signed ARC of this way back at the ALA convention in June. Since then, I’ve been regularly pulling it out and trying to decide how early is too early to start reading a book that doesn’t release until October. But the day finally arrived, and this book, while not exactly what I was expecting, definitely lived up to my wildest dreams!
I don’t know why I had this in my head, but I definitely thought this was going to be a single POV book. Now, reading the book description, it seems pretty obvious that it was not going to be that. Honestly, I probably went in with a more optimistic attitude because of this misconception, as dual POV YA fantasy books rarely really work for me. But I’m happy to always be reminded that there are exceptions to that rule! Here, we see the proper equation to creating a dynamic dual POV book.
First, it starts with voice. It was supremely easy to tell the difference in narrative style between Fritzi and Otto. This doesn’t come down to any quirks in dialect or anything like that, but more the clearly different ways the two characters observe and relate to the world around them. Their senses of humor, levels of cynicism, and the various weights of emotional baggage are clearly different from one another, allowing readers to feel fully immersed both characters’ head.
Second, they each have a distinctive arc from one another, without one over-shadowing the other or their combined arcs turning out to be essentially the same story. Yes, they experience many of the same events, but their motivations, choices, and priorities are very much built up on the many years of life they bring to the current situation, lives that were very different from one another. While they find themselves with common enemies, they each have been coming at the problem from unique perspectives. What’s more, they have very, VERY, different relationships with the players involved, affecting how they each process and respond to certain situations.
Third, they have a joint arc that perfectly ties together their separate story lines and weaves a greater overarching plot line. I really appreciated the slow-burn nature of the romance, with each having to slowly come to trust and rely on the other. It’s never believable when I read these “enemy to lovers” stories where the pair immediately seems to get over whatever made them “enemies” to begin with and then just jump easily to “lovers” with no stumbling blocks of distrust, betrayal, or misunderstanding to be found. Here, these characters must quite naturally, over time, come to understand what makes up the other, and thus grow to love and respect them. It also helps that the “enemy” portion of their storyline is largely built on a misunderstanding, albeit it a natural and, in fact, necessary one. It would be truly hard to buy any story that saw a witch fall in love with an actual witch hunter. Instead, the authors found a clever way of side-stepping the issue while still getting at the juicy drama of it all.
I also am really enjoying this current trend towards Germanic fantasy and folklore. (Spoilers, I’ll be reading another Germanic fantasy here in another few weeks!) This book, specifically, included a lot of references to the historical and religious influences that played a role in the region, as well as a good dose of actual German words and phrases. While much of this was on the periphery of the main story, I appreciated these small touches.
I also liked the magic, fantasy, and witchy-ness of this story. While I was able to guess a few of the major reveals about this magic and the players involved, it was all interesting enough to keep me fully engaged with the story throughout. My one major complaint comes down to the ending of the book. It felt like the story had come to a nice, natural conclusion, leaving us with the rare, unicorn of a stand-alone YA fantasy. But alas, at the very last minute, and I mean very last minute, we get a reveal that effectively undoes this resolution. While I’m happy to return to these characters and this world, I’m not sure this ending actually benefited this book on its own merit.
Rating 8: Stellar! Full of danger, intrigue, and forbidden romance, this is how you do enemies-to-lovers stories right!
Reader’s Advisory:
“Night of the Witch” isn’t on any good Goodreads books, really, but it should be on Witchy YA.
When Fritzi and Otto are unexpectedly thrown together, neither is sure they can trust the other, despite their common enemy. But all they have is one another, and they both crave revenge. As truths come to light and trust shifts, Fritzi and Otto uncover a far more horrifying plot at the center of the hexenjäger attacks . . . but their own growing feelings for each other may be the most powerful magic of all.
In folklore and mythology, witches are often portrayed as mysterious, powerful figures with the ability to cast spells and work magic. This image would be heightened by the witch's prodigious height and its ability to effortlessly traverse the skies. Imagine the awe and wonder that would accompany the sight of a 12ft witch gracefully soaring above. Its silhouette against the moon or the setting sun would be a breathtaking sight and would undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on anyone fortunate enough to witness it. While flying witches may be the stuff of fairytales and fantasy, the image of a 12ft witch taking to the skies holds an enchanting allure that fuels the imagination and conjures up a world where anything is possible..
Reviews for "Unlock the Secrets of Flight with a 12ft Flying Witch"
1. John - 2 stars - Flying witch with a height of 12ft was incredibly underwhelming. The concept of a giant flying witch sounded interesting, but the execution was far from satisfying. The plot lacked depth and the character development was minimal. The animation was also mediocre, with poorly drawn scenes and lackluster action sequences. Overall, this anime failed to live up to my expectations and I cannot recommend it.
2. Sarah - 1 star - I was extremely disappointed with Flying witch with a height of 12ft. The premise of a gigantic witch flying around should have been exciting, but it was incredibly boring and predictable. The storyline was weak, with no real conflict or resolution. The animation was also subpar, lacking detail and fluidity. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any depth or growth. I found myself uninterested and unenthused throughout the entire series. Definitely not worth watching.
3. Michael - 2 stars - Flying witch with a height of 12ft was a huge letdown. The concept had great potential, but it fell short in all aspects. The plot felt disjointed and uninteresting, and the dialogue was dull. The animation quality was inconsistent, with some scenes looking decent while others were poorly done. The characters lacked charm and their interactions felt forced. Overall, this anime failed to capture my attention and I wouldn't recommend it to others.