On a farm in Mexico in 1908, Alba's brother vanishes without a trace, animals begin to die, and strange things happen. Alba, who is superstitious, suspects a bewitching has occurred, but who is the witch, and why is she focusing on Alba's family?
In 1998, at Stoneridge College, a small liberal arts college in New England, a student is missing. Alba's great-granddaughter, Minerva, who is working on her thesis there on author Beatrice Tremblay, wonders if there is something unusual about his disappearance.
It's 1934, and Beatrice Tremblay's roommate vanishes from Stoneridge College. Convinced something is amiss, she begins investigating.
The plot revolves around these three women as they delve into the world of witchcraft and folklore. Told in alternating timelines, this is a multi-generational story featuring strong women who aren't afraid to acknowledge the supernatural to come to terms with what is happening. Although it started slowly, I enjoyed how the story unfolded and the role witchcraft played in it. I did figure out who a couple of the witches were, but there were enough surprises to keep me engaged.
4/5 stars.
Thank you, NetGalley and Del Ray, for an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The publication date is July 15, 2025.
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