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Her Majesty's Royal Coven
by Juno Dawson
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4/5
Do you like witchcraft, shattered friendships and 90s nostalgia? If so then Her Majesty's Royal Coven is the book for you. Following a group of friends who have grown up and apart, the coven faces new trials when a powerful young magic-user is found, causing already stained relationships to twist and reach breaking point.
- The story was winding, witchy and mostly interesting. There were points where I thought there was almost too much going on but overall the plot was enjoyable.
- The representation in this book was so good and the book did not shy away from addressing privilege and prejudice amongst power in power. This was probably my favourite element of the book as it really did not hold back and despite the magical backdrop, the LGBTQ+ experience was nuanced and accurate.
- Something else that made me smile was the way these characters regularly referenced their 90s upbringing. As a product of that era, having the Spice Girls and other elements of my childhood referenced played to my nostalgia in the best way.
An enjoyable urban fantasy. Perfect for those who fondly remember the 90s but also enjoy multiple points of view, segmented magic systems and the concept of found family.
Do you like witchcraft, shattered friendships and 90s nostalgia? If so then Her Majesty's Royal Coven is the book for you. Following a group of friends who have grown up and apart, the coven faces new trials when a powerful young magic-user is found, causing already stained relationships to twist and reach breaking point.
- The story was winding, witchy and mostly interesting. There were points where I thought there was almost too much going on but overall the plot was enjoyable.
- The representation in this book was so good and the book did not shy away from addressing privilege and prejudice amongst power in power. This was probably my favourite element of the book as it really did not hold back and despite the magical backdrop, the LGBTQ+ experience was nuanced and accurate.
- Something else that made me smile was the way these characters regularly referenced their 90s upbringing. As a product of that era, having the Spice Girls and other elements of my childhood referenced played to my nostalgia in the best way.
An enjoyable urban fantasy. Perfect for those who fondly remember the 90s but also enjoy multiple points of view, segmented magic systems and the concept of found family.