Wicked

Holly Cathers becomes the lone survivor of a family tragedy and moves in with previously unknown relatives. After experiencing strange occurrences and visions, she discovers her connection to an ancient coven of witches called the Cahors. Holly and her cousins find themselves caught in a centuries-old feud between their witch lineage and the Deveraux warlock clan. They must learn to harness their powers and navigate supernatural dangers while dealing with normal teenage life. The series combines elements of dark fantasy, romance, and coming-of-age storytelling in a modern setting. Its exploration of family legacy, power dynamics, and the price of destiny resonates with themes of identity and choice.

Readers report that this YA series starter feels rushed and unfocused compared to the authors' previous collaborations. Many note the plot strays into scattered subplots that don't come together. Readers liked: - The witchcraft/supernatural elements - Fast pacing and action scenes - Strong setup for potential sequels Readers disliked: - Underdeveloped characters - Confusing timeline jumps - Lack of world-building details - Romance feels forced "The magic system needed more explanation" and "too many loose plot threads" appear in multiple reviews. Several readers mention putting the book down partway through due to lack of investment in the characters. Ratings: Goodreads: 3.7/5 (1,200+ ratings) Amazon: 3.8/5 (80+ ratings) Barnes & Noble: 3.5/5 (40+ ratings) One frequent comment from positive reviews: The book improves in the second half once the main conflict emerges.

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🌙 The series originated as a collaboration between the authors during a phone call where they spent hours developing the intricate family histories and magical system. ⚔️ The Cahors-Deveraux feud depicted in the book draws inspiration from real historical witch trials and feuding families in medieval France. 📚 This was one of the first YA witch series to incorporate authentic Wiccan and pagan elements alongside its fictional magic system. 🎭 The name "Cahors" comes from a real French city known historically for its "black wine" and medieval trading power. ✨ The series expanded beyond the original trilogy due to overwhelming reader response, eventually spanning five books total in the main sequence.