An aquatic witch den is a mystical and enchanting place that holds an allure for those who are in tune with the watery realms of magic. This hidden sanctuary, shrouded in secrets and tucked away in the depths of the ocean, is a sacred space for witches who draw their power from the energy of water. Unlike traditional witch's dens, which are often associated with dark forests or mountaintops, an aquatic witch den is found beneath the waves. It is here that witches commune with the spirits of water, harnessing their elemental energy and aligning themselves with the ebb and flow of the tides. The den itself is an ethereal sanctuary, adorned with shimmering shells, seaweed tapestries, and colorful gems that glisten like sunken treasure. Natural light filters through the water, casting a serene and mystical glow, while the sound of gentle currents and the distant songs of merfolk create a soothing ambiance.
The book begins with Kai, the Witch King, awakening in a watery prison. He has to escape, find his friends, and figure out how he ended up there. The story alternates chapters set in the past and chapters set in the present. The reader is dropped into the middle of events, and information about the history and context is spread out throughout the book.
Witch King didn t fully click with me but I can without hesitation say that this is going to work very well for those who are willing to meet it on its level. Kai s story jumps between the past his life with the Saredi, his imprisonment in the Hierarchs court, and his escape and the present, which is his quest across what s left of a once-thriving world.
Natural light filters through the water, casting a serene and mystical glow, while the sound of gentle currents and the distant songs of merfolk create a soothing ambiance. Within the depths of the den, magical tools and artifacts specific to aquatic witchcraft can be found. Crystal-filled tide pools act as scrying mirrors, reflecting visions of the past, present, and future.
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OFFICIAL AUTHOR BIO: Martha Wells has been an SF/F writer since her first fantasy novel was published in 1993, and her work includes The Books of the Raksura series, The Death of the Necromancer, the Fall of Ile-Rien trilogy, The Murderbot Diaries series, media tie-in fiction for Star Wars, Stargate: Atlantis, and Magic: the Gathering, as well as short fiction, YA novels, and non-fiction. She has won Nebula Awards, Hugo Awards, and Locus Awards, and her work has appeared on the Philip K. Dick Award ballot, the BSFA Award ballot, the USA Today Bestseller List, and the New York Times Bestseller List. She is a member of the Texas Literary Hall of Fame, and her books have been published in twenty-five languages.
FORMAT/INFO: Witch King will be published on May 30th, 2023. It is 414 pages split over sixteen chapters. It is told in third person from Kai's point of view. It is available in ebook, hardcover, and audiobook format.
OVERVIEW/ANALYSIS: Kai-Enna is used to a lot of unusual situations. A demon who has had multiple bodies, he's seen empires rise and fall; being entombed in a magical trap for nearly a year, however, is not an experience he'd like to repeat. Freed by those who hoped to exploit his magic, Kai and his companion, the witch Ziede, quickly begin looking for the rest of their missing companions. As they uncover clues about their friends' fates, two things become clear: whoever betrayed them has some scheme in mind for an upcoming treaty renewal, and unraveling this whole conspiracy is going to take Kai and Ziede to places they'd both hoped they'd never return to.
Witch King is an unusual fantasy, one that will draw you in with its fascinating world and cultures, but perhaps leave you a bit perplexed as to where it's all going. To start with the positive, I was absolutely entranced by the beginning of this tale; I devoured the first 150ish pages in just a few sittings. Puzzling out the circumstances that led to Kai's imprisonment, the world politics, how the magic works teased my brain in the best way, and I enjoyed watching the picture slowly being colored in.
Where I began to struggle was when it became clear that this was not the kind of fantasy that was going to give you a complete picture. The characters rarely give you any exposition; either you pull together context clues or it's not relevant for the immediate story at hand. What, exactly, is an Immortal Blessed? Couldn't tell you more than that it appears to be a highly powerful individual, possibly akin to a race of angels. The magic is amorphous, with a lot of the nuance coming from HOW the magic is sourced; again, there is a lot that goes unexplained. Some readers are going to revel in this uncertainty; me, I wanted things a little more concretely nailed down. (And I say this as someone who usually doesn't mind getting thrown into the deep end of world-building.)
The plot itself alternates between two periods of Kai's life: his origins and the events that first united him with his companions, and "present day" where Kai is trying to find those of his companions who are missing in the wake of his betrayal. Again, I was initially on board for the structure, but eventually struggled to keep the two timelines straight, as there is a lot of overlap in characters and location. I also struggled heavily in the middle to see where the story was going; rest assured that this DOES have a satisfying conclusion, though it takes its time getting there. If you are a reader who is adverse to books full of travel, you'll probably want to give this a pass.
CONCLUSION: Witch King is one of those books that I am having a hard time wrapping my head around. There was so much about it that I enjoyed, and just as much that left me perplexed. In many ways, it is set "after" the main action, with characters being forced to confront their pasts and the moments that led them to where they are now. This book, more than most, is definitely tailored towards certain kinds of readers. If you want everything neatly explained, Witch King is not for you. If you want to jump into a world where only a very specific corner of the universe will be colored in, leaving the rest of the world-building a mystery, this might be for you. Witch King didn't fully click with me but I can without hesitation say that this is going to work very well for those who are willing to meet it on its level.
OFFICIAL AUTHOR BIO: Martha Wells has been an SF/F writer since her first fantasy novel was published in 1993, and her work includes The Books of the Raksura series, The Death of the Necromancer, the Fall of Ile-Rien trilogy, The Murderbot Diaries series, media tie-in fiction for Star Wars, Stargate: Atlantis, and Magic: the Gathering, as well as short fiction, YA novels, and non-fiction. She has won Nebula Awards, Hugo Awards, and Locus Awards, and her work has appeared on the Philip K. Dick Award ballot, the BSFA Award ballot, the USA Today Bestseller List, and the New York Times Bestseller List. She is a member of the Texas Literary Hall of Fame, and her books have been published in twenty-five languages.
Coral wands, adorned with sacred symbols, are used to direct energy and cast spells. An assortment of seashells, each with its own unique properties, are utilized in rituals and potions. Aquatic witches are known for their ability to connect with and communicate with the creatures of the sea. Within the den, one might find a small pool populated with vibrant and exotic marine life, acting as familiars to the witches. These creatures, such as seahorses, dolphins, and even mythical mermaids, lend their wisdom and guidance to the witches' endeavors. The den is also a place of meditation and reflection for the aquatic witch. Surrounded by the soothing sounds of water and the serenity of the ocean, the witch can tap into the vast depths of their own intuition and connect with the mysteries of the deep. Through meditation, they can attune their senses to the currents of energy flowing within and around them, aligning themselves with the natural rhythms of the water. An aquatic witch den is a haven for those who seek to delve into the watery realms of magic and tap into the immense power of the ocean. It is a place of reverence and connection, where witches can explore their craft, find solace, and draw strength from the depths of the sea..
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