A review by chaptersofchase
The Bane Witch by Ava Morgyn

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

A Dark, Witchy Read to add to your TBR 
Thank you, St Martin’s Press, for the gifted e-copy of The Bane Witch {partner} 
 
Genre: Fantasy 
Trope: Witches 
Format: 🎧📖 
Pub Date:  3.18.2025 
Pages: 384 
Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆.5 
 
When I started The Bane Witch, I was prepared for the typical, predictable witchy story that would likely follow a plot that ultimately ends with a HEAP. Instead, I found a thought-provoking novel that revealed my inner female rage. 
 
The Bane Witch was a gripping story of a woman fleeing the abuse she endured at her husband’s hands. There wasn’t a dull moment in the entire story, and it kept my attention from the very first to the last page (90% of the book, I sat on the edge of my seat).  It was precisely how I pictured a dark, witchy novel to be written, and I never felt like it was over the top or hard to believe. Every character felt real to me, and Ava Morgan should be so proud of how she brought this novel to life. 
 
Though, there’s no way around it - when I tell you parts of this book made my blood boil. I mean it. I recommend going into The Bane Witch, understanding that it does cover dark subject matter, but it’s, unfortunately, something that many women endure every day. 
 
Read if you enjoy: 
📝 Character development 
💪🏼 Female empowerment/rage 
🔍 Mystery/Suspense 
👏🏼 Complex plot 
 
I recommend reading The Bane Witch if you liked The Change by Kirsten Miller. It could also be compared to Practical Magic but with a dark undertone. 
 
 
 
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