A Refreshing Return: Embracing The Near Witch

As I dove into this book, I could see Schwab’s unique style shining through. There’s a distinct presence of her voice in the writing; however, I noticed she felt a bit more juvenile here compared to her newer works. Given that this book is aimed at a younger audience, I can completely understand that choice. The story follows Lexi, a girl who was raised by her father to embrace the versatility of being human rather than focus solely on the fragility of being a woman in her time.