Unfortunately, those reviews turned out to be largely correct. I was definitely nervous about picking up this book having seen some pretty mixed reviews, but the synopsis (not to mention the gorgeous cover) had me too curious. Now let’s move on to what I didn’t like about this book, which, I’m sorry to say, far outnumbers what I did enjoy. The magical locations in this book were lovely, particularly the magical library underneath The British Library that the coven visit and also the May Day fair.

For example, there was an entire chapter with so much information on plant based magic, which was definitely interesting, but didn’t have any immediate connection to the plot outside of that one situation. I would have really liked to see more of this, except in the areas immediately relevant to the story instead. The magic system in this book was really intriguing, and the author did a great job describing its nature and the various types of magic. Threadneedle takes place in contemporary London and the setting works surprisingly well, the magical aspect blending with the more modern surroundings. But when Anna meets a few other witches and forms a secret coven, she discovers a whole other side to magic and begins to question everything she has been told, wondering just how much of it is true. The day when her magic will be permanently bound draws closer, and Anna will become a Binder alongside her aunt, joining the ranks of those who believe magic is a sin. Sixteen year old Anna lives in London with her aunt, and has grown up hearing about the dangers of magic.

Nothing – and no one – could change her mind before then. Only one more year and she will be free of the curse of magic, her aunt’s teachings and the disappointment of the little she is capable of. She will join her aunt alongside the other Binders who believe magic is a sin not to be used, but denied. It’s why she has been protected from the magical world and, in one year’s time, what little magic she has will be bound. It was, after all, magic that killed her parents and left her in her aunt’s care. She has taught her to fear how it twists and knots and turns into something dark and deadly.

It must be bound.Įver since Anna can remember, her aunt has warned her of the dangers of magic. Synopsis: Within the boroughs of London, nestled among its streets, hides another city, filled with magic. Published: May 27th, 2021 (Harper Collins)

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