This book is probably better suited to a chilly December night rather than a balmy spring May day, with its snowy highland setting and witchy chills. I wanted a little more witching to be honest, but it did have a good atmosphere overall, managing to be menacing without being your usual scare tactics. It’s one of those reads where I enjoy it as I read it, but once finished I know I probably won’t think about it much again.

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The big reveal towards the end regarding the main character’s ‘scandal’ as a teacher was underwhelming to say the least. I was left with asking ‘well, what of it??’ The ending of the present day story was a bit more satisfactory, with a sinister air that leaves some questions left unanswered - which I did not mind!

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I hadn’t realised that hares and witches were so closely bound in Scottish folklore, so that was cool to learn about. Overall the atmospheric vibe was effective, but I think the author could have been more daring with the supernatural aspect.

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Probably a 2.75, creeping towards a 3 ⭐️⭐️💫💫