This is exactly the kind of book I really crave in the autumn. 

Cackle follows Annie who has recently broken up with her long time boyfriend and moved to a new town where she meets Sophie. But, all is not as it seems with her new friend. Can Annie ever get over her ex-boyfriend? Is she safe?

I haven’t read a witchy book in so long, this really hit the spot for me. This is an absolutely perfect book for October/Halloween but would be enjoyable at any time of year. I loved the creepy horror moments that were woven throughout. But despite these horror flashes, this was quite an easy and light read with an important message hidden amongst the pages; a message of self acceptance and love. I really liked the positive spin that was added to topics that are usually handled with suspicion and mistrust in books like this. It really added a different perspective. 

I can’t believe I’m going to say this, but my favourite character in this was Ralph the spider. I’m usually terrified of spiders but Ralph had a charm and sweetness that had me giddy with glee. I found myself noting every single passage involving Ralph so that I could return to his cuteness whenever I feel like it! I’m still not sure how I feel about real spiders, but I certainly have a deep love for Ralph now! I feel I may read this book again during future Halloweens because I thoroughly enjoyed it.

I would recommend Cackle to anyone who likes a Halloween/witchy read. I want to thank Netgalley, Titan Books and Rachel Harrison for sending me a copy of this book so I can give my personal thoughts.