I like the book wished it didn't leave me hanging at the end. I guess the story will continue in the next book.

ARC REVIEW:
It was good but I felt like a lot of the story could’ve been streamlined in certain aspects. Too much detail here, not enough detail over here. I really enjoyed the building of the relationship between Cordelia and Bishop and was SOOOO appreciative that it wasn’t a Disney type story of “hey we met a week ago I’m in love with you” like so many romance type of stories. The MOST GLARING con to me was that the smut scenes between other non main characters were VERY MUCH unnecessary. It was already discussed in MANY DIFFERENT ITERATIONS that these women engaged in sexual acts with the men. It did not need to be discussed in such perverse way. It was a very sweet ending and A GOOD TWIST with the grandmother reveal. Over all a good storyline and led well into a second book. The biggest issue I had with the story though is the beginning explains that she’s a Bad Ass Witch but it seems like she doesn’t use the full breath of her powers in areas where I hoped she would pull some amazing spell to show off her abilities. I was left very disappointed and wanting in that aspect. It was good plot but very much felt like there could’ve been more magic.

okay so this is more a 4.5 star read for me if I am being honest. there was so much ACTION. like it was not physically possible for me to put this one down and I devoured it. so many betrayals, so much magic. I loved it. I will be anxiously awaiting the release, so I can buy a physical copy; and THEN I will be waiting for the next book, extremely impatiently.

This book offers an interesting mix of magic, mystery, and romance that initially drew me in. The premise of the story is intriguing, and there were definitely moments where the world-building and magical elements caught my attention. The writing is easy to follow, and the pacing moves quickly enough to keep you engaged.
However, while the concept had potential, I felt the story didn’t dive as deeply into the characters or the world as I had hoped. The main character was likable but lacked the depth I was hoping for, and I found some of the conflicts to be predictable. The romance, while sweet, felt rushed at times, and I would have liked to see more development in the relationships.
Overall, it’s a solid read for fans of supernatural stories, but it left me wanting more in terms of character development and plot complexity. It’s enjoyable, but not as captivating as I expected.

3.5-4 stars!

I was thrilled to receive an arc of this and the premise was right up my alley. Loved the paranormal aspect being set in Victorian London (I much prefer historical over contemporary).

I had a lot of fun reading this book! The characters were likable and the MMC was hot and protective. The yearning was really well done 👍🏻

The story itself was interesting and the plot is fairly fast paced with an interesting arc. I really like when books let you find out things as the character does and that’s exactly what you get in this book with the FMC.

I will say, there isn’t a ton of witchy stuff in this book. She’s a witch, but once she is “taken”, her being a witch falls to the background.

Overall, for me it was enjoyable and quick, kinda cozy, and I would definitely continue reading!

Witch of the Wolves is a moody, magical romantasy full of simmering tension, hidden heritage, and a dangerously hot werewolf who might be more protector than captor.

Cordelia Levine thought she was just a witch—until a brooding werewolf named Bishop kidnaps her and drags her into a world where she’s not just rare, she’s hunted. Caught between power struggles and pack politics, Cordelia must embrace her half-witch, half-wolf lineage… and figure out if the alpha’s right-hand man is her enemy, or something much more.

For fans of fierce heroines, possessive shifters, and slow-burn supernatural romance.

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Thank you NetGalley for an early look! Omg you guys this book is sooo good!! Oh I can’t wait to see this in stores I’m recommending to anyone who will listen! I love the mystery of who is the good guy who is the bad guy, I love learning things along side of our fmc, the plot was so good and the side characters are well written. The book as a whole is just really good, I promise you will not regret reading this!

This book was so much fun! Unexpected werewolf romance is definitely growing as a genre, but I loved that this book added the component of historical romance, setting it in Victorian London so as to make some very pointed critiques about women's agency. Thanks to St. Martins Press for a review copy.

Cordelia was raised as a witch by her aunt, defying convention to help the most vulnerable women in London. But when her werewolf father shows up (along with his very handsome right hand man, Bishop Daniels), it turns out that there is a lot missing from Cordelia's life.

I was impressed at how the book did a great job managing the main romantic relationship with a lot of the friendships and fraught dynamics within the werewolf pack. There are a LOT of characters in this book, and we're still able to make sure that they all are fairly multidimensional. I did not struggle to tell the werewolves apart, which isn't always true in books like this. This book is expecting a sequel, which I am excited for - a lot of plot lines are not wrapped up completely, and I do hope we'll get to spend time with some of the interesting wolves like Julius and Oliver.

This was a fun read and I'd recommend to fans of KA Linde or anyone who wishes Bridgeton had more werewolves.

This was definitely a interesting book! it wasn't bad at all I actually really enjoyed it because it was fun!
I will say for a witch our fmc barely used any witchcraft or magic? Kind of confused about that.
The atmosphere was cool with the London Victorian setting!
Its a fun and fast paced book that I didn't take too seriously so honestly I enjoyed my time.
The pacing was perfect, which is pretty good for a debut book!

If you love your fantasy romance with a moody alpha, a dash of magic, and a heroine who’s not afraid to stand her ground, Cordelia Levine is your next obsession.

Cordelia’s just trying to live her best witchy life in London—making potions, dodging drama, and managing a supernatural apothecary with her aunt. But peace and quiet go out the window when Bishop Danvers (tall, dark, growly, and 100% werewolf) shows up, throws her over his shoulder, and drags her off to her father's estate like it's no big deal. Spoiler: it is a big deal.

Turns out, Cordelia isn’t just a witch. She’s also got rare werewolf blood and a complicated family tree that makes her a target for supernatural politics. Suddenly, she’s not just the kidnapped girl—she’s a secret weapon. And not everyone in the Albion Pack is thrilled to have her around.

Enter court intrigue, simmering enemies, long-buried family drama, and of course… slow-burn tension with her captor-turned-protector. Bishop might’ve ripped her from her quiet life, but now he might be the only one who can keep her alive.

Witch + werewolf = chaotic chemistry. This book gives off A Discovery of Witches meets The Wolf and the Witch vibes, with just enough danger and romance to keep you flipping pages past your bedtime.

Rating: 5/5 for the kidnapping, growls, and unexpected tenderness.
Cordelia’s story is magical, messy, and totally addictive.

A heartwarming romance with charming characters and just the right amount of emotional depth. Overall a great read and love this indie author

Slow burn supernatural romantasy. The story picks up quickly with Cordelia going from her quiet life with her aunt to being kidnapped and learning more about her father’s side of the family.

Cordelia is a truly remarkable character with depth. She is smart, witty, and talented. She really balances out the calm & collected Bishop Daniel’s.

I enjoyed this read. I would have loved additional background information on Cordelia’s relationship with her aunt but overall this was a fun, entertaining and engaging read.

Thank you to NetGalley for the arc.

A fast paced 18th century adventure where Witches and Werewolves collide. Easily hooked by the second chapter with suspense and curiosity from the point of view of an intelligent Witch that clearly has a mysterious and more importantly very powerful hidden past that needs to be unraveled.

I always enjoy historical time pieces over modernity and this novel delivers. Who doesn't love a corset always getting in the way of either pivotal action sequences or a much anticipated slow burn romantic one.

The amount of found family from unlikely places increased the complexity as well as confusion. I needed to reread a few earlier chapters to keep caught up but didn't stop me from turning those pages to see if any of my theories were to stand. It might just be me but I was over the brood made trope by the umpth time it was mentioned. I get it. It was important!

Up until the 30 or so chapters the pacing was right on. Maybe it was the action scenes muddling it or making it feel like it was hastily trying to tie up loose ends. I felt it frayed them more . . . But does that mean a definite secondary book could be written? One can hope as the frayed ending needs more attention.

If you are ready to jump into a paranormal adventure that goes beyond Werewolves and Witches, pick out this book for a quick and enjoyable read.

This advanced reader copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.

This book plunges readers into the life of Cordelia Levine, a young witch living in the human world, whose life takes a dramatic turn when she's kidnapped by a werewolf, Bishop Danvers. The narrative explores Cordelia's journey as she's thrust into a world of werewolves, magic, and hidden bloodlines.

The story unfolds at Trevelyan, her estranged father’s estate, where Cordelia learns about her unique heritage—a blend of witch and werewolf traits that make her both powerful and vulnerable. The author creates a world filled with supernatural elements, danger, and intrigue, as Cordelia navigates her new reality and the complex dynamics of the werewolf pack.

The initial chapters establish Cordelia's life and the circumstances leading to her abduction. As the story progresses, the reader is drawn into the growing tension and danger surrounding Cordelia and her unique bloodline. The chemistry between Cordelia and Bishop adds another layer of complexity.

This is a wonderful read that combines regency romance with Romantasy - specifically in the form of witches and werewolves. The main characters share a wonderful enemies to lovers chemistry with one another. I just wish we could see more of Bishop Danvers in the story. I felt like I lived for the scenes that included his enigmatic self.

This was a really enjoyable read! The witch and werewolf dynamic was interesting and the plot/storyline was unique enough to not feel like it’s been done a million times which is not easy to do when using the traditional supernatural creatures.
I love anything set in regency England so that was another plus. I enjoyed the characters, the relationship building even though it was fast it still felt legitimate, and I’m eager to know how the story continues in sequels!

Great premise! She is a witch with a werewolf father, but doesn't find this out until she is well into adulthood. This story is full of action and intrigue. There were a couple of slow spots, but overall the story was great!

I have mixed feelings about this read. I liked the premise and the writing style. The author writes immersive stories and characters with fully defined personalities. However, the plot and main themes fell flat for me.

The story pulled me in quickly, and I was so intrigued by the time period with a supernatural twist. I was also interested in the protagonist, her aunt, and the mysterious man (future love interest) who seemed to be following her. However, as the story progressed, I found some of Cordelia’s actions and feelings contradicted her personality. I thought Bishop was a more compelling character and wish we had more of his story and perspective. He was dark and mysterious and torn between duty, promises, honor, and his feelings.

The love story between Bishop and Cordelia went from enemies to in love too quickly, considering all the betrayal, scheming, lies, and more that stood between the couple, but I still enjoyed it. The pair has a ton of chemistry, and I love how Cordelia breaks through Bishop's tough and formidable exterior.

The plot was interesting, and I loved that there were a few shocking twists. Two were completely unexpected, and I definitely experienced some jaw-dropping moments. That being said, there were a couple of subplots that felt disjointed from the rest of the story, and I questioned their purpose and relevance. There is also a lot of commentary on gender inequity, women’s rights, and gender roles in families and society. Generally, I like this, but it gets a little preachy at times, and the patriarchal oppression is very in-your-face with a bit too much telling and not as much showing.

Overall, this was an enjoyable read with a unique premise and interesting characters. Thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for providing me with a copy of the book. All thoughts are my own.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing me the opportunity to read this!

I love romantasy—but this one just wasn’t what I expected.

I really tried to get into it. The promise of a fantasy Victorian setting had me excited, but almost everything fell flat. I considered DNF-ing more than once. The characters felt one-dimensional, the dialogue was often cringey, and the writing leaned hard into “tell, not show,” which made the story feel disjointed and confusing at times. Details would appear out of nowhere, and the overall flow just didn’t… flow. Hopefully, some of that improves in final edits—especially since the version I read seems different from the official page count.

Also, for a book about a witch, there’s barely any magic. Strip away the witchcraft, and the plot still holds—aside from the bit about how witch/lycan offspring are extra powerful. It just didn’t feel like magic had any real purpose in the story.

The alt-universe London setting had potential, but the world-building and sociopolitical context were underdeveloped. Most of the book takes place with the protagonist trapped in a house full of sex-driven werewolf men. That’s the setting. That’s the plot.

That said, I’ll give credit where it’s due: the sexual tension, foreplay, and buildup were well-executed—but ultimately, it’s a “will they, won’t they” stuck-in-a-house story.

Witch of the wolves had great potential but it was just an ok read for me. It had a solid plot with good twists and interesting characters that all needed to be developped a bit more in my opinion. That being said, I also think that the writing and character development/consistency could use some work. We had a fiery FMC at the beginning of the book but we kinda lost that as the story went on ( I also wished that she used her powers a bit more.) The same goes for the relationship between the FMC and the MMC, we had good banter and push-and-pull dynamic going at first, that kinda got lost after a moment.

But overall, it was a good debut and I can see myself checking out Kaylee Archer's next books in the future.