Finales to series are typically not great, in my experience. BUT BUT BUT! Kristen Ciccarelli NAILED it with "Rebel Witch"!

I felt like I was on an emotional rollercoaster reading this book with all the feelings I was going through. It was such a stunning book filled with drama, TENSION, and heartbreakingly beautiful moments. I cannot recommend this duology enough!

I missed Rune and Gideon so much!! This was the perfect sequel. Kristen did an excellent job carrying the plot and not just repeating the same plot that sometimes the romantasy sequels fall victim to. I also feel like so much happened in this nonstop action! Rune and Gideon tension and yearning was even better in this!

EXCELLENT! This was a great conclusion to the series and I absolutely loved it. The twists and turns were great, even if I could see some of them coming. Rune was a lovable hero and I'm so happy that she got her HEA.

Kristen Ciccarelli, you’ve done it again! This is an epic fantasy duology, one of my favorites in a while. The first book is Heartless Hunter, which was one of my top reads last year and also a 5 star read for me - and I loved this one even more! Rebel Witch is packed with so much action and excitement that I had trouble putting it down and flew right through it. Rune is such an amazing FMC and I love having the dual POV from both her and Gideon. It’s nice to see what each of them is thinking and feeling the tension build throughout. I wish they would communicate with each other better but also understand why it’s hard for them to trust each other. I found myself rooting for both of them even though they’re technically on opposing sides. There are a few major twists in this book, especially toward the end. And when I’m telling you my jaw dropped at the ending! Such a crazy, emotional, satisfying conclusion to an incredible duology. My only complaint is that it’s over now. HIGHLY recommend this one! Five glowing stars!
Thank you to NetGalley, Kristen Ciccarelli, and St. Martin’s Press for the gifted ARC. This is a voluntary and honest review.

Thank you to Wednesday Books for this e-ARC of the conclusion to one of my favorite series, The Crimson Moth duology. I loved this book, but I think I'm in the minority where I feel like this book was not as good as the first. There was a lot more action, but I felt like the book's plot just dragged on. And I'm sorry, I just cannot keep being introduced to another girl that Gideon has hooked up with. There was only one other one, but the series' man antagonist was also another girl that he loved (and abused him, but still. Major plot point is just something in the romantic sphere for Gideon). I love Kristen Ciccarelli's writing, but my favorite part of the series also proved to be the one that gave me the most grievances, which is Gideon. I know Gideon loves Rune, and it's clear he would do anything for her and it was not just lust for her body that spearheaded his love, but I think everything just got too messy with him with Kristen putting too much of the emotional labor on Rune to carry in the relationship. I know Gideon is the woe is me, dreadfully sad and traumatized hero of our story, but I wish that there was more emotional weight that he was carrying, especially navigating and coming to terms with his love for Rune, since this is a romantic fantasy at the end of the day. I think it didn't help that the plot was just all these mini quests and traveling all over the place. I do love a non-linear plot, but it just felt like we were going in circles and nothing really served a purpose towards our end goal. I did enjoy this book overall, though, and I can't wait to see what Kristen is writing next.

This was the BEST sequel I've read this year! I loved Gideon's perspective even more and Rune's development had me hooked and THE ENDING WAS BEAUTIFUL. The author delivered and left no crumbs and it remains one of the best duologues I've ever read!!

The exciting conclusion to a duology that I will definitely be recommending and re- reading for years to come. I absolutely loved Heartless Hunter and immediately picked up Rebel Witch as soon as I finished book 1. I love these characters and their story and I felt that it wrapped up so well with twists and turns and also their love story. Will be recommending!

From the moment I finished The Heartless Hunter, I was ready for the sequel, and Rebel Witch did not disappoint! I loved the tension between Rune and Gideon, and their interactions throughout the book, especially considering where the first one left off. It's a quick read that keeps the reader interested from start to finish.

I'll do this one short and sweet because this is book 2, and I don't want to spoil anything if you haven't read the first book yet. Let's just say that book 2 lived up to the anticipation for me.

After the ending of book 1, I was eager to see how things would go from there. It started right away with lots of angst, action and high stake situations. This second instalment was full of betrayals, forced proximity, a heart melting slow burn and even one of my favourite tropes that I did not expect to see there, but I was so here for it.

The tension and push and pull between Rune and Gideon was absolutely delightful. I liked seeing them having to interact and fighting this attraction between them. It was chef's kiss. The story kept me on my toes at all times, and even though I did guess some of the plot twists, it was still delectable, and I enjoyed every second of it.

This is a must-read duology for any fan of fantasy and especially if you enjoy a true enemies-to-lovers trope because it is well done in this one!

Huge thanks to RaincoastBooks and WednesdayBooks for my copy of the book. All opinions are my own.

Just as good as the first one! Very suspenseful and exciting from the first page. What I really loved about this one was Gideons character growth, and development.. the love story between the two characters was so sweet and also infuriating at times, but definitely a must read !

I finished heartless hunter then immediately went into Rebel Witch and then finished half of it in the same sitting. This series is super addictive and I really feel for anyone who had to wait for the sequel to come out. To me this is a real potato chip series, while it's no literary masterpiece that will change your life, it is full of super delicious empty calories. I think it helped that I had low expectations going into the series so I was pleasantly surprised while reading. I really enjoyed the side characters and that each of that actually had something to contribute to the story. Although I expected the twist I thought it was still well done and fun to read.



Thanks to Netgalley and St. Martins Press for this e-ARC that I chose to read and review

Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review (which I am late at giving!).

What a great sequel! I am a huge fan of duologies because they aren't as long of a wait to finish the series and you don't risk the second one being more of filler or not as good.

Rebel Witch does not disappoint. I loved the dynamic still between Gideon and Rune. The enemies-to-lovers was still as strong as ever in this book. The tension was...yes. As much they both felt betrayed by the other, it was impossible for them not to understand the others motives and ultimately work together. Despite his anger towards her, Gideon always had that pull that he couldn't get away from. He would do anything to protect and help Rune. And Rune...she is so strong willed, but even she can't resist how she feels about Gideon.

The plot was fast paced and picked up right where it left off. I was dying to know what happened after the cliffhanger from book 1 and book 2 did not disappoint.

Highly recommend both books!

Thank you to St. Martins Press for letting me review the second book in this duology. I liked it, however at times felt like the story was rushed but then felt like there were lulls, which is odd. I truly enjoyed The Crimson Moth and thought about it all year looking forward to this one. It gave me Powerless vibes at times so kind of felt like I was reading a story I had already read... However, the last 25% of the book was a slam! It really was going to be a 3 star for me then that ending got it right back up to 4 star for me. Thank you!! I look forward to reading future Kristen Ciccarelli books!

Rebel witch gave everything that heartless Hunter gave and more. I'm so excited to be back in the world set by Kristen Ciccarelli.
Thank you netgalley for the ARC.

I didn't like this one as much as the first one. I did end up enjoying it but I'm glad it's just a duology and there aren't more because I don't think I could continue with it.

I’m OBSESSEDDDD! And so sad that this was a duology because that means it is over. This book had me in a chokehold and I wish I could read it endlessly. The angst! Ugh!
After events in the first book, Gideon and Rune are separated only to reunite when he attempts to assassinate her. Instead they fall into another truce of sorts, as they can both help each other. Again though, both are so capable of betrayal that they neither fully trust each other. There’s also the important point of the fact that they are in love with each other but don’t believe the other feels the same, and instead chalks it up to some act.
So it leads to a lot of angsty conversations that had tears blurring my vision and my heart wrenching. I did feel like we got more of them in this book, and I particularly enjoyed the one bed trope and basically the entire ship sequence (once you read, you’ll get it); so much happens in this book though that honestly that part feels like a lifetime ago.
Long story short— these two keep each other on their toes and are a match made in heaven— or hell given how much ruckus they cause. But they make my heart soar and I loved these two books so very much.

Thank you TBR and Beyond Tours for the copy of Rebel Witch! Be sure to check out their website for the rest of the tour.

This was the perfect epic conclusion to the Crimson Moth series. I ATE. THIS. DUOLOGY. UP. Like seriously, it will forever be one I recommend, one I reread, and one I think about often. Kristen Ciccarelli is a genius, and I can't wait to read every single one of her future books!!!

The Crimson Moth duology 🖤

I’m not the biggest fantasy reader, so when I come across a books in the genre I like, I always want to share!

This duology is fantasy, but super accessible to those of us that don’t read a ton of fantasy books. Plus, the series has got it all! Read if you like the following ⬇️

🧙 witches
🔪 war/battles
🌹 bad*ss female protagonist
❤️‍🔥 enemies to lovers
🐱 cat and mouse stories
🪄 magic

loved this series!

Rebel Witch didn't suffer from the sophomore slump and is a fantastic conclusion to The Crimson Moth duology! Definitely a fun fantasy series for those who love fantasy, witchy reads and romantacy!

Rebel Witch was a fantastic follow-up to Heartless Hunter.
I flew through this and it was just so fun, the pacing in Kristen's books is unstoppable.
I appreciated the level of stakes and the collaboration between the characters while still maintaining the enemies to lovers.
The ending was satisfying and gosh, duologies are just never enough but yet I can't argue that they aren't often my favourites!