I absolutely love the way Rachel Griffin writes witchy novels.
She really connects witches to nature which I can totally get behind.
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“Our connection to the natural world is what’s most powerful about us-it enables everything we do.”
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🌊YA fantasy
🌊atmospheric and romantic
🌊forbidden romance
🌊arrange marriage
🌊magic
🌊family secrets
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I think YA fantasy fans will love this one.
3.5 stars
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Thank you netgalley and Sourcebooks Fire for the opportunity to read this book!

I love a arrange marriage trope, but this book had one of my least favorites which is, “Doesn’t fall for the arranged husband.” I know that’s dramatic but still. I did like this book and wanted more of Tana and Wolfe to get more into their relationship but I’m more particular.

I think I need to accept that I am out of my YA fantasy phase 😭 I can totally understand how people love this book but it was so not what I enjoy reading these days!

The setting in the Witchery town is lovely, and I really liked the worldbuilding that was done. I think if you like a YA romance plot (in that it progresses very quickly to them sharing very intense feelings for each other) then you will love this! The prose was well written but felt juvenile at times (but this is a book for younger people so that makes sense!) Again, this is not a bad book, it just isn’t for me and where I’m at with shifting away from YA books.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC!

I loved it!!!!!!!!!! Are we surprised? Not in the slightest. I’ve fallen head over for all of Griffin’s stories. Another author that completely makes me forget I’m reading. Everything about this book is incredibly captivating. Just an all around beautiful story of forbidden love and being true to yourself.

Bring Me Your Midnight has surpassed Nature of Witches as my favorite Rachel Griffith’s book. It is a gorgeous tale of witches (both high and low magic) romance, and nature. All of the the things one can expect from a Rachel Griffith novel. This one described the ocean in such a gorgeous way…this PNW girl could not get enough.

This is my favorite Rachel Griffin novel yet! I have read both The Nature of Witches and Wild is the Witch but Bring Me Your Midnight was so much better. I loved the relationship between Tana and Wolfe and how it progressed throughout the novel. The story was a great metaphor for choosing what your heart wants and maybe not what everyone else wants for you. It was the perfect amount of Griffin witchy-ness mixed with a sweet romance. Highly recommend and cannot wait for my pre-ordered copy to arrive in August!

Likes: I absolutely loved the magical concepts and ideas. The world building felt both realistic and magical all at the same time. I loved the use of teas and perfumes that could capture a memory or alter your emotions (get me an anxiety eraser one ASAP please). I also enjoyed the life lessons and overall message. This took me for a deep dive into self-discovery; highlighting the pain/emotional distress that accompanies finding oneself and questioning our beliefs, thoughts, and desires. I thoroughly enjoyed having a front row seat to Tana’s journey. Lastly, this cover is GORGEOUS! It immediately caught my eye.

Dislikes: I was VERY excited for this read because of the inclusion of forbidden love and magic, but this fell a bit flat for me. The characters felt too simple and underdeveloped; this made it hard for me to become attached and invested. I was also expecting a very dynamic-style love triangle, but there wasn’t any conflict or that tug-of-war feeling between the love interests to keep me on my toes. Additionally, Wolfe and Tana’s relationship felt a bit too 'insta lovey'; it developed too quickly and their interactions didn’t allow me to become emotionally invested in their relationship. The pacing of the story also felt a bit all over the place at times. Lastly, it was hard for me to look past many of Tana’s flaws. She could be overly ignorant at times, too trusting, and the rapid change of her mindset on things in the story gave me whiplash. Overall, there were some aspects that I enjoyed and others that made it hard for me to push through to the end.

Thank you so much for this advanced copy!

Big thank you NetGalley and to the publisher for the chance to review this book pre-release. I have been lucky enough to have read two of Ms. Griffin's previous books, and it has been an absolute HONOR to have been able to read this third one. They keep getting better and better, and I've enjoyed every moment of the journey. I love the characters she writes, the worlds I want to lose myself in, and the atmosphere that envelopes the reader time and time again. I flew through this, reading it in about a day in a half, and can't wait to put a copy of this on my shelf with all of the other ones. A more formal review will be available on my IG/TikTok and Goodreads.

Bring Me Your Midnight is the latest wonderfully witchy standalone from Rachel Griffin. Rachel is an auto-buy author for me so I was thrilled when I was approved for this arc.

BMYM is an epically romantic, incredibly atmospheric YA fantasy that is brimming with magic. Tana's whole life was mapped out before she could even walk. She is to marry the Governer's son and tie the witches coven to the mainland irrevocably. However, when a ritual goes wrong and Tana's life is at risk, she seeks help from the only person who can help her, Wolfe, a practicer of dark magic. As Tana and Wolfe become closer and secrets are revealed, Tana must choose between her family, her destiny and her deepest, darkest desires.

I adored this book. It was utterly enchanting and full of forbidden romance, secrets and betrayals. It was uplifting, tragic and heartbreaking all at once. The perfect introduction to fantasy and a staple comfort read for any fantasy lover. The only thing for me that would have made it better would be some chapters in Wolfe's POV to demonstrate his feelings and his attraction to Tana. Either way, Rachel Griffin is and will remain an auto-buy author for me. Also - there is a stunning hidden cover for the first print run so get your pre-orders in!

Thank you to Sourcebooks and NetGalley for the e-arc!

Bring Me Your Midnight is my new favorite book by Rachel Griffin!

Mortana Fairchild (what an elegant name!) has known for her entire life that the fate of her coven on Witchery Island rests on her shoulders as the expected bride of an arranged marriage to the son of a powerful Mainland family. But her acceptance of this duty becomes rocky one fateful night... Mortana soon begins questioning her entire life - family, friendships, and even the arranged marriage. She is surrounded by untruths, and must unravel HER truth and make decisions that impact the environmental health of the island and surrounding sea.

Check out my longer review here: https://www.wilsonhillworks.com/blog/review-of-bring-me-your-midnight-by-rachel-griffin

Contains: a bit of spice but done with class, death and resurrection

{Thank you to Rachel Griffin, NetGalley & Sourcebooks Fire for the e-ARC.}

4.5 stars rounded up

Thank you NetGalley, Sourcebooks Fire and Rachel Griffin for this ARC.
I haven’t been this excited to write a book review in awhile. This book was one of my most anticipated new releases of the year, and it lived up to all my expectations. Bring Me Your Midnight has become my new favorite of Rachel Griffin’s books. This book healed me in the way that the main character struggles to meet the expectations put on her by her parents. And while the main character has her internal struggles, Rachel Griffin is somehow able to keep all the magic and whimsy which makes you want to live in this world. This book takes place on an island I pictured as Mackinac Island in Michigan, which made my personal experience with this book so great. I loved all the vibes and magic in this book and honestly couldn't recommend it enough. Along with Wild is the Witch and The Nature of Witches, this book puts a spotlight on conservation and saving the planet which I really appreciate. Honestly, this review is probably a mess because I can’t fully describe how much I loved this book.

Quick Summary of the book: Tana’s mother is the leader of their coven, and Tana’s life has been mapped out since she was born. She is to marry the son of the governor to protect her coven, and secure their safety and future. Everything changes when she runs into a mysterious boy at midnight, and all the secrets about her coven and island begin to unravel. Tana must decide whether to follow her heart and take control of her life, or to follow the life and expectations set out by her mother and save her coven.

This book just felt so special to me, and I think this book would have had a huge impact on me as a young woman. (I am really considering buying copies for the young women in my life). I am also convinced that Midnight Rain by Taylor Swift is ab0out this book.

Thank you to Sourcebooks Fire and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of Bring Me Your Midnight!

This was such a fun and whimsical witchy romance! The story was so intriguing and unique, and I absolutely devoured it. I thought the magic system was so well done, and I loved the exploration of the relationship between the witches and the humans. Tana's character was so relatable and her character development was *chefs kiss*. The storyline really drew me in and made me never want to leave, and of course, the romance between Tana and Wolfe was everything.

I highly recommend this book if you’re looking for a witchy fantasy romance! I really hope we get more of Tana and Wolfe because I cannot get enough!

A bit too fast and obvious for my taste compared to her other books (it seems they fall for each other after like 3 days knowing each other), and I would have liked that a bit more of the magic system made its way into the story instead of just the same theory repeated multiple times. But overall, it was still a fun read, and I really like Griffin's writing.
3,5/5

Worlds don't get much more lush than Rachel Griffin, this will-they-won't-they sizzling romance is one that I will be going back to again and again. A beautifully and realistically harsh world, I absolutely loved this one. It also has major crossover appeal for those older-YA's (or those younger who are reading older).

Highly recommend.

Another AMAZING one from Rachel! This book gave me all the feels and I loved every second of this adventure. The absolute vibe on this one. I was immediately immersed in the story and couldn’t wait to see where these characters would go. I loved the island setting and all the symbolism throughout.

I was stunned to get an ARC of Bring Me Your Midnight - and just as I expected, her amazing talent shines though again 💙 I loved both Wild Is The Witch and (especially!) A Nature of Witches- yet this book has my favourite heroine of the three, the most enchanting atmosphere and (dare I say it?) the best romance 💙 in my humble opinion, of course!

Rachel Griffin does it again. It's not shocking that I adored Bring Me Your Midnight as I have loved Griffin's previous titles. The beautiful prose and relationship each character goes through, along with the emotional inner turmoil has me flipping each page.

3.5 stars.
This is a solid YA romantasy standalone that is perfect for fans new to this subgenre. Rachel Griffin is great at writing about witches and filling her stories with lots of mesmerizing lore. The atmosphere is both gothic and enchanting which I love. I really loved learning about the setting and the magic in this world. Tana and Wolfe as a couple are cute but I was not totally sold on this deep romance or love. I didn't totally buy their romance which was a bit of a let down. I still think this is a good gateway book to exploring more romantic fantasy.

5/5 Rachel Griffin writes the most beautiful books.
This book is deeply romantic and incredibly witchy. Rachel’s magic systems are always earthy and natural, and I live for it. The characters in this book were also natural and felt like real people. Tana was such a sweet witch and Wolfe was just the right amount of mystery to keep you interested. I also love that there is no true villain in this story. Everyone is just trying to keep peace in a precariously balanced world. Once again, Rachel has crafted a charming tale about the healing of nature and finding where you belong in it. Will recommend to everyone.

A deeply atmospheric & romantic, Bring Me Your Midnight is another hit from Rachel Griffin! On an island full of witches, Tana is to marry the son of the mainland's governor in hopes that it can mend the torn relationship between the two communities. However, once she meets Wolfe, Tana's eyes open to an entire world and truth that she hadn't known.

Like most of Griffin's characters, Tana is so easy to love & you can't help but respect her dedication to her community, but root for her to give in to the budding connection she grows to have with Wolfe! Definitely an enjoyable read, and cements Griffin as a must read.