The Witches at the End of the World
Historical Fantasy
by Chelsea Iversen
Rage burns brighter than any spellfire…
Deep in the birchwoods of Norway, magic courses through the veins of two sisters. For years they’ve been alone, but sweet-tempered Kaija is tired of living in shadows and longs for a life filled with community, even if it means stifling her magic. But Minna is a witch through and through, with wrath always simmering just below the surface. Different as they may be, both will never forget the day they were driven from their village. The day their mother burned.
When Kaija leaves to pursue a new life, Minna is left alone in the darkness of the forest. Devastated and outraged at the betrayal, Minna casts a curse to punish those who took everything from her. What she doesn’t realize is that this act will incite a deadly chain of events. Soon it will destroy everything, including the life Kaija has lovingly built. But once a witch’s rage boils, regret means nothing—she can’t take back what’s already done.
Someone will have to burn.
A magical story of sisterhood, revenge, and feminist rage, The Witches at the End of the World is perfect for fans of Alix Harrow and Kelly Barnhill.
REVIEW
4 out of 5
This was an interesting read, with two sisters who chose different paths at its heart. We get to see the story from alternating POV, switching between sisters. Everything is told in first person, and while I think just following each sister might’ve helped things moving a little better, I don’t hate getting to know their inner thoughts as we go. I liked how we get to see the way their views differ, but at times the story felt like it moved a little slow. Overall, I loved the plot, and thought Iversen did a great job with the world building. I’d definitely read more by her!
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Chelsea Iversen has been reading and writing stories since before she knew what verbs were. She loves tea and trees and travel and reads her runes at every full moon. Chelsea lives with her husband and dog in Colorado. This is her debut novel.
