A reel page turner, full of mystery, magic and gothic goodness. I loved the characters and hiw they developed, the mystery kept me guessing until the end.

This books kept falling flat after I kept re-trying to get into the book. The plot started off really strong but then the characters and world building became impossible to connect to.

A richly told gothic mystery set in haunting locations and relationship between "luna" and Marcus. Who is Luna really? Will they find out her story, or will she remain a mystery? The book was beautifully written, characters complex, storyline compelling. A perfect story for a cozy spooky fall evening read.

It wasn’t a bad start but there wasn’t enough to keep my attention. I struggles at points, it was well written I just didn't love it.

I was not a fan of this book unfortunately. It was a bit slow in the first half, but I was hopeful I would enjoy it. Unfortunately, I found the characterization of the male love interest to be really lacking. I felt like I didn't know anything about him! And I found some of the messaging in the book a bit troubling; the main character seemed to lack real agency once she decided she was in love and the way the book ended really seemed to emphasize that she should just listen to her husband, since he obviously knew best.

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I unfortunately ended up skipping a lot of this book. I think the writing itself is excellent, it's just not the right story for me. I found it a bit slow at times, and I was hoping it would pick up the pace.
I think it was a very original story, especially not knowing the perspective of the person in the flashbacks, nor who Luna really is.
I think the book is good for readers who lean towards the horror genre (though this definitely isn't a horror story), so perhaps more gothic?

Appreciate the opportunity from the publisher to read this book. All opinions are my own.

I wanted to love this but ended up putting it down for a good long while.... and kept picking it up and putting it back. This book had all the hallmarks of a book I would love but just didn't do it for me.

What is there not to like about this book! History and witchcraft merged into one! I really enjoyed this book and cannot wait to read more from this author!

The Ravenswood Witch by Jenni Keer is a gothic mystery with a Rebecca-like atmosphere, following a woman on the run who pretends to be her missing "wife" to avoid arrest. The eerie setting and slow-burn tension create an intriguing read, though some twists are predictable. While enjoyable for fans of dark historical fiction, the ending falls a bit flat. A solid 3 stars for those who enjoy a Rebecca-esque vibe with magic and mystery.

I'm giving this 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.

This book was a unique combination of historical fiction and mystery with a touch of the supernatural. The story features two women, separated by time but connected by a mysterious house and a lurking darkness.

The Ravenswood Witch has excellent world building, interesting character, and a pet raven. However, the pacing was very slow, and at times, I lost interest. What kept me reading was the mystery surrounding what happened to the real Mrs Greybourne.

It was overall an entertaining read. I liked the
changing of perspectives and found Luna to be very likeable.The theme of witchcraft and how women were persecuted for any seemingly odd behavior always intrigues me.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are my own.

It pulled me in but I left thinking "What the hell....". An entertaining read for sure. Confusing and weird as well. Definitely a rip off of "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier but with a magical/devil worshiping twist.

Perfect eerie atmosphere for this gothic mystery novel. I absolutely loved the vibes in this book, it was so gut wrenchingly vivid and the romance wasn’t overwhelming. Although the book continued to make me wonder, the ending was a bit lacklustre. It could have been a lot better, however I still enjoyed it a lot. Thank you netgalley for providing with the ARC!

This is my first Jenni Keer book. I wanted so badly to like it but it just missed the mark. I like the dark gothy vibe. the beginning grabbed me. It really set the stage for drama.. just enough romance. it came across as a witchy novel but really fell short. it had potential

Clever use of not finding out about a character ourselves until the book tells us. Full of tension, spooky even at times, this was a clever book and a good read.
Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood for the reading copy.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC in return for an honest review.

This was an enjoyably creepy and gothic story with a good amount of tension, some interesting twists, and a bit of romance, but not as a major theme. I saw this described as "Jane Eyre vibes, but with added eeriness" and I think that's a fair assessment. I enjoyed the difficulty in figuring out to what extent this was paranormal and to what extent the story had a rational human explanation.

I enjoyed this gothic mystery with a romantic storyline. The fact that we did not find out who the main character was until Marcus also finds out made the story more compelling.
The story is a little far fetched in places but overall an enjoyable read

The Ravenswood Witch is an enthralling historical novel to lose yourself in. A young woman fleeing her village after a crime, pursued for murder, is about to be caught when she literally runs into Marcus Greybourne, breaking her ankle. He protects her from arrest, claiming that she is his wife, Luna. He takes her back to his home, and persuades her to remain and to continue the pretence that she is his wife.

It’s a gloriously atmospheric gothic tale that reminds me of some of my favourite gothic/sensationalist novels by Mary Elizabeth Braddon et al. It even reminded me of my #1, all-time favourite classic novel, The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins. The Ravenswood Witch oozes mystery, madness, secrets, lust, murder and a touch of magic.… I loved it!

The main character, the Luna-impersonator (real identity would be a spoiler), is a fantastic, well-rounded strong female character with real presence. Marcus is equally vivid and the connection between them is totally convincing. Other minor characters are well drawn. The house itself breathes with eerie menace, adding to the tension.

The pacing of the novel is perfect, with satisfying peaks and troughs. The magic elements are well woven into the story, continually leaving you wondering how much is ‘real’ magic and how much is due to the characters’ distorted perceptions.

My only quibble is the style of writing, which is modern rather than in the style of a 19th century author. At no time do you feel you’re reading a classic. To be fair, historical novels that can successfully pull off archaic English are rare, so it’s not a dealbreaker for me. There are no blatant anachronisms to disturb credulity and the tone is sufficiently atmospheric to sustain the fiction.

Totally recommended for fans of historical fiction with a gothic or sensationalist twist.

My thanks to the author and the publisher, Boldwood Books, for giving me a free copy of this book. All my reviews are 100% honest and unbiased, regardless of how I acquire the book.

What has happened to the Ravenswood Witch? Did she disappear and then return? Is she still out in the woods somewhere? So many different questions will arise but will you work out just what is going on, out in the woods?

I did enjoy this one, although I must say it was a bit of a slow burn. Some of the twists I figured out along the way, but some might just creep up on you.

If you like mysterious tales of witchcraft and alternative thinking, you will enjoy this one.

The story is full of twists, with just the right mix of magic, mystery, and a touch of romance.

What I enjoyed most was how the author made the setting come alive. Ravenswood Manor felt so vivid, almost like a character in itself. It was eerie and beautiful at the same time. I could picture every corner of it as if I were there.

Elsie is such a relatable character. She’s brave and curious but also unsure of herself at times, which made her feel real. As she learns more about her powers and her connection to the manor, I found myself rooting for her to find her place and her strength.

The writing is simple but so captivating. It’s easy to follow, but it pulls you into the story and keeps you turning the pages. I couldn’t put the book down because I wanted to know what would happen next. The blend of history, magic, and family secrets made it feel fresh and exciting.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you so much!

It's very reminiscent of a Jane Eyre vibe but with a completely different twist than what I was expecting!! Every part of this was a perfect read. It started off a little slow, but the slow burn was absolutely worth the wait for the reveal.

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