I loved the characters in this story. It's a good pace with a building suspense and history. A great fall read.

Kirsten Miller's The Change was one of my favorite books of 2022, so I eagerly requested this ARC when I saw it, and thankfully it lived up to my expectations. The Women of Wild Hill is about a family of women, the Duncans, who are gifted with magical talents to aid The Old One in balancing the scales against people who take advantage of the planet and act unjustly towards animals, the environment, or other people. Our main protagonists are Helena and Phoebe, and Phoebe's daughter Sybil, or The Three who were prophesied to be the trio who will finally act out The Old One's final plan to save the planet from those in power. There are strong themes of feminism, and environmentalism, and this will likely anger some readers, but I embraced it wholeheartedly and honestly wished for a real-life version of The Three to take out some men in power right now.

All of that to say, this is certainly a timely publication, and as with The Change, was very well written, with enjoyable character development. I will say I wished to have aa bit more time to get to know each ancestor, and also felt the ending was a bit abrupt as well. That is really my only small criticism, and I enthusiastically recommend this book to others, especially those who are fed up with the world as it is right now.

Thank you to William Morrow and NetGalley for the electronic ARC of this novel for review.

This book is SO great and really sparked the feminine rage a lot of us women are feeling right now. Strong women with a history of ridding the world of corrupt men?? Sign me up! This was an easy read even though the over arching point of the book is truly complex and important.

After reading The Change, Kirsten Miller was a hero. And OMG this book is absolutely amazing. Mondern witches? check. Taking on the patriocharcy? Check. All of her books are so important. FIVE STARS!!! Thank you NetGalley!!!

Wow- I loved this book! It is perfect for the times we are living in right now: the feminist rage, the stress on environmentalism, the feeling of powerlessness in the face of injustice. All of this is dealt with in this book with a very satisfying conclusion. The book is filled with magic and really explores the relationship dynamics between family members from several generations. I couldn't put it down.

The Women of Wild Hill should be subtitled, "What Witches Can Teach Us About Strong Women." Kirsten Miller's newest novel is nothing like Lula Deans Little Library of Banned Books, and yet, it is very much like Miller's previous novel. Miller writes about contemporary issues cloaked in magical realism and fantasy, or what witches can teach readers about family and strength. I absolutely loved this novel.

The story in The Women of Wild Hill is told in multiple POV. The names of the characters are less important than the story they tell. Don't worry if readers get confused abut who is who. It is all straightened out at the end. There are a lot of changes in timeline and many back and forth, but just go with it. Individual stories in The Women of Wild Hill are interwoven and initially seemingly without order. At the end of this novel the question is, are they witches? Or just women with a desire to be treated as strong, intelligent human beings? The Women of Wild Hill is funny, sad, serious, and like Miller's previous novels, focused on issues of patriarchy and the need for strong women to be taken seriously. Can ordinary women create change? Or must they be witches with extra power? Miller seems to be suggesting that there is much women can do to fix the problems of the world if men would just get out of the way. For readers worried about the environment or the role of capitalism in environmental damage, Miller provides her own solution to those topical problems for readers to consider. So yes, there is humor.

The plot of The Women of Wild Hill is fast moving, complex, and awesome. Readers who dislike magical realism should probably go elsewhere. But as I have already said, I loved The Women of Wild Hill. The anger at patriarchy that devalues the contributions of strong women is a theme turned on its head in The Women of Wild Hill. Read Miller's novel, The Women of Wild Hill. Actually read all of Miller's novels. They are enthralling.

Thank you to HarperCollins and NetGalley for providing me with this ARC. The Women of Wild Hill is awesome. Read it!

5 stars!

Now that is how you end a story. No spoilers, but I wanted to give this book a standing ovation. Kirsten Miller blends feminist rage, environmental justice, and magical legacy into a powerful, unforgettable story.
It’s bold, unapologetic, and might ruffle a few feathers (as it should). Themes of women’s empowerment, climate change, and resistance against fascism and oligarchy are front and center. The writing is sharp, emotional, and wickedly satisfying. 4.5 stars rounded up

Kirsten Miller has a way of writing about witches that satisfies my soul. We are raging against the patriarchy again, similar to “The Change,” and I’m here for it. In fact, this book features the same fictional Long Island town of Mattauk, and Harriet pops in for a little cameo.

We follow Phoebe and Brigid, two modern day women who hail from a long line of witches. The story starts off in the present and then delves back through time as we learn the paths of women who had come before them. Their witchy roots began many centuries ago, beginning with colonists in the New World. The stories are haunted (no pun intended) and captivating. This time we’re killing slimy men whose greed is destroying the sanctity of the earth, and I promise you, you won’t be sad about their deaths.

If you enjoy witchy goodness and reading about powerful women that give zero fucks, this one is for you. From the first page, this book had me enraptured. Holy cow, I loved this one so much, and it will be published just in time for spooky season - October 2025!

Many thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for providing me with an advance copy of this book to review!

The Women of Wild Hill was a powerful story of family, history and vengefulness against many generations of horrible and corrupt men. I loved the timelines and the message that the author was sending through her story. There was magic, murder, and many references to how nature is being erradicated by ignorant people. I loved the setting of Wild Hill with its mysterious mansion and deadly mushrooms. This was not only a story of magic and family but also how the planet so desperately needs help from the people who understand that not only climate changes are an issue but so are those of corrupted men and how they have power over our earth and women. This book was a magical story that contains ghosts and generations of women trying to find their place but it also sent a great message.

What a surprise - this book was nothing like Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books! I thoroughly enjoyed this book and its characters. Thank you for the ARC!

Set in the same world as The Change, The Women of Wild Hill is a novel so intoxicating I finished it over a weekend. The book follows the women of the Duncan family all blessed (or cursed) with powers from the Old One.

There are strong themes of feminism and vigilante justice. The narrative style using flashbacks and shifting from different POVs made the book flow really well.

I highly recommend this book and hope to see more stories set in Mattauk.

Love love love. Kirsten Miller does no wrong in my eyes! I LOVED The Change, and Lula Dean’s and now The Women of Wild Hill. I love the women empowerment, the characters, the pace. I did not want to put down.

When I really like a book by an author I tend to just place them on my mental “must read” list, which means I pick up whatever they write next without reading the description.

With Kirsten Miller’s latest, The Women of Wild Hill, my immediate thought after the first chapter or two was that my strategy backfired. But the more I kept reading, the more I realized it actually worked out perfectly.

The Women of Wild Hill is very different from Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books, in some ways. The story is better characterized in the genre magical realism and follows a family of witches over generations. But the social commentary, laugh out loud moments and terrific storytelling reminded me very much of the first of the author’s books I read and made me very happy I didn’t pass this one over or put it down when I realized the genre was outside my norm.

If you like strong female characters, complicated family dynamics and a well-written story, this one is for you. And if you like books that involve some fantasy and witchcraft, even better.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the Arc in exchange for an honest review.

How can you not love a book filled with strong women who are determined to take down horrible men. Several generations of Duncan women have lived on Wild Hill. They are witches and have special gifts. Each woman comes into their unique gifts and learn to use them based on what the Old One wants them to do. In many cases they are trying to protect other women, the environment, or take revenge on evil men. We learn a little about their history but the main characters are Brigid, Phoebe, and Sybil. The Old One has foretold that the three of them will help change the world for the better. The story is mainly about their family bonds and their gifts. Brigid and Phoebe have a complicated history but they were dynamic characters that kept me wanting to read.

This book is filled with magic, secrets, and great characters. I loved how the focus was on women and what they could do. There were also ghosts. I also love a book where the main characters can use their strengths to overcome challenges and that is what I got in this book. It was deeply satisfying. Overall, "The Women of Wild Hill" is a thoroughly engaging read for anyone who enjoys stories with magical realism, family sagas, and powerful females. I definitely recommend it for those looking for a touch of magic and a lot of heart.

Thank you to William Morrow Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC.

I LOVE the past two books I've received from NetGalley by Kirsten Miller. I've passed recommendations on to many others who have enjoyed The Change and Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books. I was excited to see The Women of Wild Hill and started reading it soon after downloading it.

If you enjoyed Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman or Miller's The Change, you'll love this book. The Women of Wild Hill involves generations of women in a family struggling to find peace with their magical powers. Brigid and her sister Phoebe settled far apart and were brought back together at Wild Hill by their ancestors. Phoebe's daughter was also summoned there to fulfill the prophecy of "the three." Once at Wild Hill, they discover the true history of the women in their past, and what they are called to do.

The characters and the relationships in Miller's books are fascinating and the mystery is suspenseful enough to keep the reader engaged throughout. I look forward to more books from KM and will continue to recommend these titles to friends and patrons!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was amazing I read this book so fast omg the story line the fantasy the drama the characters it was all good interesting read thank you for this

I absolutely loved The Change so when this was announced, I rushed to NetGalley to see about an ARC copy. This book did not disappoint. It was like a darker version of Practical Magic. Now I'll be recommending both books to anyone that asks! I loved the subtle tie-ins to The Change. I love the way Kirsten Miller uses magic to address the very real issues we are facing in our world.

3.5 rounded down. I liked the concept here a lot, and the writing was good, it just felt like it could have been fleshed out a little bit more, like the characters outside of Brigid felt a bit flat, and I would have loved to see a little bit more digging into the emotional ties between Brigid, Phoebe, and Sybil

The Women of Wild Hill is a tale that spans generations but every moment of it felt like a fierce and timely war cry.

Readers follow five generations of descendants that have or will reside at Wild Hill. Their stories differ from generation to generation but the bones of their stories are the same....women, feeling the cruelty and restraint of the patriarchy, choosing to fight back.

I personally felt that each and every family member brought a unique and thoughtful approach to the fight. Some had a quiet way with little fanfare while others used a louder life to achieve goodness in the world. It's a story that honors the fight, regardless of what it looks like and a reminder readers that small acts of rebellion that span generations can change the world.

Where do I start?! Okay I'll start by saying thank you to William Morrow Books for allowing me early access to this title for a review, and huge thank you to Kirsten Miller for writing this magical book. I'm fully obsessed and can't wait until I have a published copy in my hands.

This book follows a long familial line of women who were born to Wild Hill, dating back from the first couple to come over from Scotland and make a home. Unfortunately for those first women, the world was cruel and a bountiful land owned by a woman meant witchcraft. As the generations of Wild Hill women are born and grow they learn the ways in which they'll fully embrace who their meant to be and how they're able to protect themselves and the powers they will have which will continue building until the world is ready for them.

The story of this book is heavily dependent on the all the women of Wild Hill, both past and present which requires a lot of backstory to fully understand what's happening in present time. While reading I was forced to be patient because while I absolutely loved all of the information about the past, I couldn't help but wonder what it would mean for the present and future - but once we got to that point I felt like it was short (probably because I genuinely would love if the book could go on forever). Additionally, I love and hate how relevant this book is to what's happening in the world RIGHT NOW - knowing the Kirsten Miller wrote these words well before any of this even happened is absolutely mind boggling. I finished this book and thought ugh I wish I could tell everyone to pick this book up right now because it's so good but also so relevant, but also when do I get to come into my magical powers?