Review: Good but could have been better
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 11 17, 2013
I love the fact that this story happens in my hometown and the back drop was described accurately. Real street names and landmarks were used. I really got a kick out of this because it's the details that makes the story for me. Also, I like the historical details about the witch's life. There were some really great details added that help to develop the story. Plus, the longer the book, the better. I like to feel like I got my money's worth.What prevented this story from being a great read was at times the story became rather tedious and seemed to go on and on but it would eventually pick back up. Also, the matter in which it was narrated made it difficult for me. I had to struggle to stay with the story. Truth be told, I'm not a fan of first person narration in present tense. Moreover, certain parts of the story could have been fleshed out a little more and some parts were heavily riddled with nonessential details. I like details but it can be overdone. Sex between the H&h; was often implied in a confusing manner. I can live without sex scene just don't confuse me with all the innuendos. Lastly, the book ends with a cliff hanger.  In retrospect, perhaps it ended the way it did because of the length of the novel. I don't know but I was disappointed.Overall, it was a good story. I would recommend but with a warning. The story's shortcomings will not deter me from reading book 2.