An excellent read for any and all readers! Author comes at you with both barrels and knocks you out of your shoes! Great job fleshing out all the characters. I give this book FIVE stars! Definitely recommend!

Elena Collins writes a compelling historical fiction story filled with mystery, the supernatural, romance, and builds a realistic yet fantastical world for a reader to immerse themselves in. The Cornish Witch is a must read for any season of the year. Collins does an excellant job writing two timelines, one set in the present modern day world and the other in the past. Collins often dual narrates in her writing and it is very sucessful in all of her books. The Cornish Witch is no exception.

In The Cornish Witch, the reader follows the story from Megan's perspective in the present day St. Mawgen as she quests for answers of the rich history of The Ship, a ghost-filled inn she is staying at in addition to looking for her half sister Emma while on a much needed holiday. While the reader reads Megan's story, you are also along for the journey of Susanna and her daughter Katel. Their story isnset in the past in the days the cove had fishing, smugglers, and witchcraft. The Cornish Witch is a heartbreaking, thought provoking, and touching story.

I could not put The Cornish Witch down and longed to continue reading when I had other responsibilities. It was a quick and very enjoyable read! The pacing of the two stories within the main story was well done and my attention was captivated.

Thank you to Netgalley, Boldwood Books, and to Elena Collins for the opportunity to read the ARC of The Cornish Witch. All opinions expressed are my own.

The Cornish Witch is an atmospheric blend of history, mystery, and the supernatural, set against the hauntingly beautiful backdrop of St Mawgen Cove. When Megan arrives to uncover a long-buried secret, she finds herself entangled in a ghostly tale that stretches back to 1625, when whispers of witchcraft put two women in grave danger.

The novel’s dual timeline adds intrigue, with the modern-day mystery unfolding alongside the tension of the past. While the historical sections are richly detailed, their dense language made the pacing feel slower at times, especially compared to the more fluid present-day chapters. However, the novel’s themes of resilience and injustice, along with its vivid Cornish setting, create a compelling, immersive read.

For readers who love slow-burning historical fiction with a touch of the supernatural, The Cornish Witch offers a haunting and evocative journey through time.