This book was so cozy and a perfect read for this fall season. A witch and an undead cat are the ultimate combination for a gothic read!

Winnie is such a powerful and fantastic MC with no-nonsense and iron grip will. I loved her interactions with Mr. Quincy, even though he is such a sly character. A superb read.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

"The Witchwood Knot" by Olivia Atwater is a mesmerizing dark faerie tale set in a magical version of Victorian England, where the line between the mundane and the mystical is delightfully blurred.

Winifred Hall, a Victorian governess with a keen sense for trickery, finds herself in an extraordinary situation when her young charge is transformed into a block of wood overnight. Winnie soon realizes that the boy has been abducted by the Fair Folk, who dwell in the mysterious Witchwood Manor. The lord of Witchwood Manor, however, is a man who staunchly denies the existence of faeries, leaving Winnie with the daunting task of rescuing the young lord all by herself.

As Winnie embarks on her mission, she discovers that Witchwood Manor is far larger and more enigmatic than it appears, teeming with otherworldly perils and secrets. Along the way, she enlists the help of Mr. Quincy, the faerie butler with a charming facade concealing dark and unsettling mysteries. With her quick wit and determination, Winnie delves deeper into the heart of the Witchwood Knot, where alliances are uncertain, and danger lurks at every turn.

Olivia Atwater's prose is a masterpiece of elegance, perfectly suited to the gothic fantasy genre. The atmospheric setting, characterized by its eerie and haunting qualities, captures the essence of Victorian haunted manor vibes. The blend of romance, ancient magic, and spine-chilling monsters creates a narrative that keeps readers engaged and intrigued from start to finish.

Winnie is a captivating heroine—a brave, no-nonsense woman who refuses to be defined by societal norms. Her complexity and determination make her a character readers can't help but root for. Mr. Quincy, the faerie butler, adds depth to the story with his enigmatic nature and the allure of hidden truths.

"The Witchwood Knot" is a captivating and atmospheric gothic fantasy romance that beautifully blends the supernatural with the historical. Olivia Atwater's storytelling prowess shines, making this novel a delightful addition to the genre. If you're a fan of dark faerie tales, Victorian settings, and stories with complex heroines, this book is a must-read.

"Today," Winnie told the mirror calmly,"I will be wicked and manipulative. And I will not feel guilty for it-not even for a moment."

Reasons to Read The Witchwood Knot:
- It has a MC who has no time for bratty children and entitled men
- She also has an undead cat familiar and no-nonsense attitude
- Her adventure involves a cursed manor, a monster, and wicked faeries

I found The Witchwood Knot to be a captivating and fast paced, I devoured in a single sitting. Atwater ties in references to the previous books in the Regency Faerie Tales series to ground the setting of this one without bogging it down with repetitive information. The plot was amazing and the romance was endearingly natural. The undead cat familiar added the perfect touch to this gothic faerie tale balancing dark and comfort perfectly. The Witchwood Knot is by far my favourite of this authors and a perfect autumnal read.

Thank you Netgalley and Starwatch Press for giving me an advance readers copy in exchange for a honest review. All quotes come from an arc and may change.

One of my favorite MFCs of 2023, governess Winnie is knowledgeable, no nonsense, and prepared for (just about) any eventuality. She has come ready to tackle the issues at Witchwood Manor along with her magic perfume and undead cat. Mr Quincy, the butler (maybe) is far more intrigued than the cook, and Winnie won't be dissuaded by a bratty boy or, you know, whinging walls.

Everyone has secrets, and discovering them was so much fun, so I will not spoil too much. This was my first book by @oliviaatwaterauthor and I enjoyed it thoroughly.

Thank you @netgalley and Ms Atwater for allowing me to review this book!

First off, a witch with an undead cat?! I immediately fell in love with that bit alone. Add some fairies, and a spooky tale and it's off to the races.

I loved Mr. Quincy from the beginning and he is as sly as they come but not sly enough for Winnie.

This is the perfect book to get you in the mood for spooky season and the ending will leave you smiling.

Thank you NetGalley, Starwatch Press and Olivia Atwater for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I have read all of the author's novels and since they were all very good, I had high expectations for this book. I was not disappointed, indeed, with Winifred Hall as the main character being so well portrayed, I think this is the best novel I have read from this author. The novel gets straight into the story and it is a real page turner. Highly recommended.

I think this is my favourite from Olivia Atwater yet! I absolutely loved her Regency Faerie Tales trilogy, and this was, in my opinion, even better. It had the same cozy fairytale vibe, and the story was very fast-paced and unputdownable. I read it in pretty well a day!

I adored Winnie. She was such a great main character, and she has an undead cat, which is pretty great too. There were also a ton of references to characters in previous novels in the universe, and I loved seeing the familiar names! I wholeheartedly recommend this book, whether you've read Atwater's other books, or if you're new to her work!

The vibes are immaculate 🤌🏻

The writing was extremely well done, I was captivated from the beginning all the way through the end.

The FMC is such a bad a**, she’ takes no crap and is so unbelievably brave. I wish I could be more like Winnie 🫣

If you love Victorian era with a bit of magic this is for you! There’s also faeries and a cat ANDDDD romance if you need more convincing ;)

I’m now an Atwater fan!!