Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Review of "The Rules of Magic" by Alice Hoffman

Brief Summary: The Rules of Magic outlines the story of a family bloodline particularly following three siblings as they discover their magical abilities.

Long Review: The Rules of Magic follows the life of three siblings, Franny, Jet, and Vincent, who belong to the Owens family. The narrative begins recounting some of the families stories. We are then introduced to the siblings when they are young. They are raised by a mother who doesn't practice magic but still has reservations. The children start to disobey their mother's wishes and practice some magic. They are sent to live with their Great Aunt on the family property when the oldest is 17. While there Jet falls in love, which for the Owens family is cursed. Heartache ensues for her and her siblings surrounding love and the reader has to question is it the curse or just the choices they are making around love?  The book concludes with two siblings coming to live with Jet and Franny on the Owens family property.

The layout of the book is unique. There are no chapters but parts. The parts do have breaks within them which I appreciate. I found the book hard to put down. I was reading in digital format instead of my usual audio and I spent about an hour each night reading. I am happy to report this book is a prequel so I get to enjoy the world more in the next book.

Rating: 4/5

Other Works: Faerie Knitting, Practical MagicBlackbird House, etc

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