This was a lovely tale of Irish mythology. It involves Brigid, a goddess and a trickster god who influence the small Irish town where they fight for a loch's control. They use the mortals there as pawns for their gain, mainly Brigid, a follower of the goddess whose life is completely upended due to this fight. It was an interesting and entertaining tale.

I loved the whimsical, purple prose of this book and the narrator. I did get a bit frustrated after awhile about the constant repetition of telling the reader the lack of memories . It was a bit jarring to have modern references peppered throughout, but otherwise I really enjoyed this book about a curse and working with a mysterious trickster god.

This book started off strong, but as it went along, the plot felt jumbled and haphazard. I really wanted to like it more. It had a lot of elements I usually enjoy in a book. There was something off about the pacing, and the snippets of Brigid's memories did more to confuse me than to clear up the storyline.
I did like the characters and the overall vibe of the world they were living in. I think if it had been arranged differently, it could have worked better.

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

THE LOST WITCH
Paige Crutcher, Author
Romance

Brigid has traveled from 1922 to 2022 with no memory of the travel. The one thing she knows is she has to work her magical descendants to save Evermore. She also must trust the mysterious Luc Knightly.

This book is full ups and downs. Then a lot of sparks between Brigid and Luc. You will find this book leaving you wanting more. I would give it a solid 5 out of 5 stars.

I really liked this! While others complained this this is way too fantasy like or way too witchy — that is exactly why I liked it. If you’re going to have witches in your book you should have a fantasy element. In fact, I expect you to. I am an avid fantasy reader and enjoyed that. I will say though that it takes a little bit to get into the book. Pace is questionable.

Extremely difficult to get through this book. I've picked it up on multiple occasions only to put it down again. Perhaps it was the storyline or rather just the characters. Either way it just didn't pull me in nor hold my attention.

Although it was a slow beginning that took a little while to get into, I finally finished this layered story. It was quirky and cute, with romance and magic. It was enjoyable, but could have used more push in the opening chapters.

I really wanted to like this one, the premise was interesting and the first chapter had my attention but sadly it all kind of fell apart after the time jump. It felt like it was trying to be too many things and ended up just being convoluted and all jumbled together instead of having any kind of discernible flow or sense. The voice and tone of the writing was all over the place…and there wasn’t really any depth to it, so I never felt invested in any of the characters, the romance, or the story. I kept hoping it would find itself or the end would pull it together to make a bit more sense or something…unfortunately that didn’t happen.

I was going into this one expecting something a little different. I do love a good witchy story. But this one was missing something. I can’t really put my finger on it. It definitely kept my attention and was very entertaining. But I wanted something more.

I am very thankful to Netgalley and St. Martin Giffin for giving me the opportunity to read this arc for my honest review.

This is a okay witch story,
Just wasn't for me,
If you like whiches and fanasty you will like this.
Voluntarily reviewed.

This was definitely not what I was expecting. It veers too far into fantasy for me with the literal monsters taking over the island. I ended up skimming the last third. 3 stars.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed as in this review are completely my own.

Interesting premise but didn’t deliver. Writing style was nice but the plot didn’t provide enough to keep me interested. A little too much reliance on amnesia and generally flat characters. Did not live up to its potential.

If, like me, you’re new to the mythical creatures of Irish folklore, be prepared to make several reference stops throughout this novel. That said, I think the journey of discovery, character development, and love story that emerge are totally worth the effort.

When Brigid’s desperate move in 1922 lands her in 2022, the transition is abrupt. You really get the sense of confusion from Brigid as she’s making sense of the new world, though her acceptance of the drastic changes is remarkably quick and not nearly as dramatic as I expected. However, Ophelia and Finola, Brigid’s descendants in modern times, bring welcome comic relief, color, and emotional depth to Brigid’s otherwise tragic story, and their commitment to protecting the town and Brigid’s legacy create a nice bridge between both the timelines and the generations. Meanwhile, the slow restoration of Brigid’s missing memories reveals a love story both heartbreaking and beautiful. Needless to say, I finished it with a happy heart. I recommend this for anyone who likes slow burn, morally grey characters, mythical and mystical creatures, diverse families, and happily ever afters.

I wanted to love this book I really did! The MC was great, easily likable. That being said the entire book was so slow. I felt like it was taking forever to even get to the plot. It was mainly just building up its surroundings as well as I had no idea who the side characters supported. The reason I’m giving this a three star is because I really did like the MC and I loved the witchy vibes, but this is not a book I would read again.

great book and such great characters. I enjoyed the mystery and some romance. I also enjoyed the journey of the characters. I didn't know what to expect with this book but I enjoyed it .

This one wasn't a win for me. It was just so slow, I felt like nothing was actually happening. And then when things did happen it was happening somewhere else. The world building was really good, and the MC was easy to like however I felt like I was lost in this book. A little confused and I didn't know who half the characters were and who they supported.

I was ok, not my favorite Witchy book though

I wanted to love this one, I really did. The concept was great, the characters were unique, and obviously there was magic! I highly enjoyed the characters and their relationships- especially the sassy banter between Brigid and Knightly. I felt like it was a little too slow paced in some areas and the plot wasn't deep enough to warrant the pacing. If it had either been faster-paced or the plot was deeper than surface level this would have been a hit with me.
I definitely enjoyed it but I did not fall in love with it. Perhaps it is just a matter of taste for me, but it felt like the voice and tone of the writing was a little... scattered. I wasn't able to lose myself in the world Crutcher was creating and found myself confused in other places. I have to say my favorite character has to be Finola. She is the sassiest of characters that cares very little about how the world sees her and is as true to herself as she can be. I did enjoy that the coven of nasty witches in the end were beaten and set free of the bonds that kept them tied to each other. Even Fin might have a little romance coming in her future! I hope that if there is a sequel eventually, that it focuses on Fin and her adventures.

I couldn't put it down and I didn't want to. This book lived up to every ounce of hype that I had experienced for it. This book is beautifully written; a gripping storyline with strong characters. It ticked all the boxes of my expectations. I would definitely recommend it to others.

Brigid goes to be done night in her home in Evermore, an island off the coast of Ireland, in 1922. When she wakes, she's 100 years in the future and surrounded by monsters, as well as her distant relatives who are inhabiting her home. Survival is dependent on her getting her memories back, something she's not sure how to do.

Crutcher created a world of fantasy embedded in magic, mystery, and a bit of time travel which was quite intriguing to read. Mixed in with a bit of romance, there was a bit of something for everyone. I really enjoy dual timelines, as I felt that each time the story flipped back and forth there was a bit more revealed that helped us get to the root of the story!

Although interesting, this one did take a while to get into with the story building and the setting. I found it hard to follow the magic a bit in the beginning which made me slow to invest. However, with that said, once I did invest I was in it for the long run and eager to read more.

Thank you to St. Martin's Griffin and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!

Brigid Heron is a powerful witch and healer. She longs to have her own child and will go to great lengths to bring this dream to life. Years later, her daughter is taken by the magic of the mysterious and dangerous lough, and at the same time, Brigid is sent into the future. Though still in her town, on her island, Brigid finds the future Evermore trapped by dark magic, and the people in danger of the power of a strong and dark coven. Brigid and her new friends, Ophelia and Finola, are fighting to save Evermore, while Brigid searches for her precious daughter, with the hope of bringing her back home.

Thank you, @stmartinspress for this gifted copy! This was a fun and lighthearted read. There are darker moments, since future Evermore is teeming with evil, but there is also a healthy dose of humor and love. I loved Brigid's friendship with Ophelia and Finola, it reminded me a lot of Hocus Pocus 2, which I found to be a delight. If you're a fan of witches, and gal-pals, and romance, I certainly recommend adding this to your 2023 spooky season TBR.