Noel, a brave and adventurous young man, stumbled upon a hidden book in an old abandoned house. Little did he know that this book would change his life forever. As he flipped through the pages, he came across an ancient spell that promised immense power and treasures beyond imagination. Intrigued by the potential, Noel decided to give it a try. Little did he know, the spell he was about to unleash was far more powerful and dangerous than he ever anticipated. He gathered the necessary ingredients and carefully followed the instructions.
He gathered the necessary ingredients and carefully followed the instructions. Chanting the incantation, he lit a small fire, and as the flames danced, he tossed the ingredients into the fire one by one. Suddenly, a blinding light engulfed the room, and a loud rumble shook the ground beneath him.
Noel kindled the witch
Noel and Ninny are witches and part of the Piper segment of the Wing Bind, a group of witches and wizards who are tasked with keeping dragons away from ordinary humans. Dragons are harmful to humans because humans have no magical abilities. Wing Bind, and most of the witches’ tasks, are in Reverse London, the opposite of Front London, where magic is much stronger and dragons more prevalent. One of the cases the witches get called for involves Noel’s admirer, Balgo. Balgo’s best friend turns into a dark dragon, which exist only to hurt people and destroy things. Being so close to a dragon for so long means Balgo has absorbed lots of dragon magic, and now he has to be watched by Noel and Ninny constantly. The three of them continue to take on cases involving dragons getting too close to humans, including one involving a girl Ninny knows, and an extremely powerful dragon that either influenced or was named from fairy tales.
This series is exploring the greater world of Bleach, but I don’t thing readers necessarily need to be familiar with Bleach in order to read this story. Nonetheless, there is a LOT going on in this volume. Kubo exposes readers to a whole group and bureaucratic system within a few pages without much exposition. Noel is the calm, collected foil to Ninny’s explosive, fiery personality, but we don’t get much else in terms of character development of these two ladies. What does develop is the prominence of certain parts of Noel's body. In the first few chapters, Noel’s bust is not really prevalent, but as the story progresses, Noel's curves become even more pronounced, and there is more emphasis on her large chest in panels and in poses. Balgo is fairly obsessed with seeing Noel’s knickers at the beginning of the story, and it evolves into a persistent goal of getting swished by her bosom later in the volume. Aside from the problematic emphasis on Noel's body, this title suffers from just being too packed with disparate plot points that Kube tries to cram in to the story with little time to digest it all.
Sara's Rating: 5/10
Suitability Level: Grades 10-12
This review was made possible with an advanced reader copy from the publisher through Net Galley.
Publisher: VIZ Media
Publication Date: October 19, 2021
ISBN: 9781974723591 (Paperback)
Noel and Ninny are witches and part of the Piper segment of the Wing Bind, a group of witches and wizards who are tasked with keeping dragons away from ordinary humans. Dragons are harmful to humans because humans have no magical abilities. Wing Bind, and most of the witches’ tasks, are in Reverse London, the opposite of Front London, where magic is much stronger and dragons more prevalent. One of the cases the witches get called for involves Noel’s admirer, Balgo. Balgo’s best friend turns into a dark dragon, which exist only to hurt people and destroy things. Being so close to a dragon for so long means Balgo has absorbed lots of dragon magic, and now he has to be watched by Noel and Ninny constantly. The three of them continue to take on cases involving dragons getting too close to humans, including one involving a girl Ninny knows, and an extremely powerful dragon that either influenced or was named from fairy tales.
When the light cleared, Noel was startled to find a witch standing before him. Her eyes glowed with an eerie green color, and her wrinkled skin sent shivers down his spine. This unexpected outcome of the spell left Noel speechless and terrified. The witch cackled, her voice filled with both malice and amusement. "You have summoned me, mortal, and now you shall serve me," she proclaimed. Noel's heart sank, realizing the grave mistake he had made. He had naively sought power and riches without considering the consequences. The witch, now known as Agatha, ordered Noel to fetch her ingredients for her dark magic. With each task he completed, she grew stronger, and he grew weaker. The once vibrant and spirited young man became a mere servant to her wicked desires. Days turned into weeks, and Noel's life became a never-ending nightmare. He desperately sought a way to break free from Agatha's clutches, but her power was too great. He was trapped in a dark and twisted world of magic and manipulation. However, deep down inside him, there was still a glimmer of hope. Noel knew that he must find a way to undo what he had done. He started researching ancient texts and consulting wise wizards. Through his relentless efforts, he discovered a counter-spell, a way to nullify the magic and banish Agatha forever. Courageously, Noel confronted the witch, reciting the counter-spell with conviction. As the words left his lips, a blinding light enveloped the room, and Agatha's power began to fade. With each passing moment, Noel felt the weight of her control lifting from his shoulders. Finally, the light faded, and Noel stood victorious. Agatha, weakened and defeated, vanished into thin air, leaving Noel with a profound sense of relief and triumph. The spell that once brought Noel to his knees was now his ticket to freedom. From that day forward, Noel vowed to use his newfound knowledge and experiences to help others resist the temptations of dark magic. He went on to become a wise and respected wizard, using his powers to protect and save the innocent from falling into the clutches of evil. The story of Noel and Agatha serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of seeking power without considering the consequences. It teaches us to be mindful of our actions and the potential harm they can bring..
Reviews for "Unleashing the Power Within: Noel's Connection with the Witch"
1. John - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "Noel Kindled the Witch". The plot felt predictable and cliche, and the characters lacked depth and development. The romance between Noel and the witch was forced and lacked any real chemistry. Overall, I found the book to be dull and underwhelming. It didn't live up to the hype for me.
2. Sarah - 1/5 - I truly struggled to finish "Noel Kindled the Witch". The writing was amateurish, full of cliches and poor dialogue. The characters felt one-dimensional and unrelatable, and I found it hard to care about their journey. The plot was convoluted and confusing, and the pacing was all over the place. I won't be picking up another book from this author anytime soon.
3. Emily - 2/5 - "Noel Kindled the Witch" didn't live up to my expectations. The story had potential, but it fell flat due to poor execution. The writing felt disjointed, with unnecessary plotlines and weak world-building. The characters lacked depth and their actions often didn't make sense, making it difficult for me to connect with them. Overall, I found the book to be underwhelming and forgettable.