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I have to start this review saying I don't like horror stories, I really don't like the genre that involves death, aliens or the devil. Don't try to persuade me to see Chuck, Alien (whatever number it is) or even Gremlin. I don't like scary books or movies. I haven't even read Stephen King, because... Don't laugh at me: I'm afraid of these things... Wraiths, bad spirits and the devil. It's not that I believe in them... but because there is something, I'm sure, and I don't like to mess with it, whatever it is. Non creo en las bruxas, pero que las ai, las ai.

So, why have I read this book?

First, I usually read everything my daughter does. (Just to check, you know?!) And, yes, I like nice teenage witches and their harmless wicca stories. I thought Dark Winter was one of those.
Well, you can say it is. A nice, teenage girl in possession of a special object, and her friends, trying to save the world from a brutal end in the devil's hands, an evil never seen before; all of them with their doubts and misfortunes; with their strangeness and bullied, orphaned, alone and afraid. It kept me reading, even though at only 7% I was already scared; the suspense kept me turning the pages, at the same time that I was dreading to turn them.

The author, John Hennessy, is English and he dominates the language and the words with an easiness that astonishes, making the book very easy to read; the plot is extremely well-crafted and it builds up very nicely and with a pace that sometimes it lets you breathe and at others it robs you of all air - expect twist and turns galore; the characters are three-dimensional and real, their feelings are all over the place and you feel them - their anguish, pain, hurt, aches, doubts, friendship, loyalty... - It is there in the pages, but it was inside me. - The descriptions are very well done and they transport the reader to the place without being OTT; The author shows us how a characteristic, or a setting, can be ever so different if seen from another's (or another) perspective.
All together, it contributed to make me felt sucked into the story.

I loved Romilly and Nan; Bethany, Toril and Jacinta, Troy; I hated Curie, I pitied (and hated, too) Dana - and I was petrified by the man, Diabhal. Ah... Who is he? You'll have to read the book to know.

I was afraid, scared; It was draining, yes, but in a good way. This rough diamond is a gem that can't be missed.
I recommend for those who like this kind of story. You'll regale yourself!!


Tags : Dark Winter: Book One: The Wicca Circle (Volume 1) [John Hennessy] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Romilly Winter is no ordinary heroine, just a reluctant one. She has a gift. She can see the future. But can she see far enough? The world in which she lives is under attack – the dead are rising,John Hennessy,Dark Winter: Book One: The Wicca Circle (Volume 1),CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform,1493622366,FICTION General,Fiction - General,General,Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

Dark Winter Book One The Wicca Circle Volume 1 John Hennessy 9781493622368 Books Reviews

I recently read Dark Winter The Wicca Circle by John Hennessey. Anyone who knows me for any length of time knows I love character building. To me that is the most important aspect of any book. John Hennessey sort of threw me for a loop in this book because I really felt it was his world building which dominated the narrative. He is a master at it.

The woods are used as a frequent location for much of the action and in my head I can see the woods, feel the cold of winter, see the cliff at the end of the woods. I can see the two cabins in the woods. When the girls go into the antagonist’s house, I can see the house. It is really well done. There is a decrepit church and cemetery in the story which I could see in my mind’s eye. He took me on a journey of the senses that’s what any good author should do.

John is good at what I hope to be good at. He makes you feel creepy in parts of the story where you need to feel that way. When the main character is in the antagonist’s house and she feels the rats biting at her, it did creep me out considerably and delightfully. This is, in my humble opinion, what good writers should be able to do in horror. The reason we read such stories is because we want to feel uncomfortable!

Now, if there was one thing that I will deduct points on it was that I got a little lost in the narrative once or twice. It can be frustrating when you aren’t entirely sure where you are in the story line. But I never got so lost that I felt like giving up on the book. The end of the story is well worth the rides occasional bumps.

So, the million-dollar question. Will I read the second book in the series? Absolutely I will!
This is not just an ordinary paranormal horror for young adults. The author’s way of describing things going on both inside the main character’s head and around her is exceptional.

Romilly is an ordinary teenage girl with a special gift from her Nan, a magical mirror. It’s a powerful weapon against evil things such as Zerythra, a special kind of zombies that are described in vivid details. First Romilly seems to be alone in her mission to protect herself and her close ones -- her special gifts evoked by the mirror even estrange her from her only friend. The formation of friendship among girls with such diverse backgrounds as Wicca, Christianity and Atheism are one of the most interesting themes of this book. They are all learning while fighting evil forces both within and without.

The witches of this book are not born with their special skills, but they are developing them on their difficult journey. They make mistakes and do not always know what to do. One of the girls has read a lot about witchcraft, and considers herself to be a witch, but her theoretical knowledge is still to be tested in practice. The Christian girl is forced to get involved in witchcraft by strange circumstances beyond her control. Romilly feels rather unprepared for her role, too. But they are all growing and learning while some awful things are happening.

There are also a few boys in the book, but the interaction between the girls and boys is still rather clumsy, as it is often in real life. I am wondering how their relationships will develop in the sequel.

I won’t comment on the most evil things because I don’t want to reveal too much to potential readers. The author is merciless when describing gory scenes, but surprisingly sensitive when revealing the subtlest fears and insecurities of a teenage girl. This is an excellent combination which makes the horror more realistic and therefore frightening. The brilliant psychology of the characters also makes the book interesting to older and more demanding readers such as parents of young adults.
I have to start this review saying I don't like horror stories, I really don't like the genre that involves death, aliens or the devil. Don't try to persuade me to see Chuck, Alien (whatever number it is) or even Gremlin. I don't like scary books or movies. I haven't even read Stephen King, because... Don't laugh at me I'm afraid of these things... Wraiths, bad spirits and the devil. It's not that I believe in them... but because there is something, I'm sure, and I don't like to mess with it, whatever it is. Non creo en las bruxas, pero que las ai, las ai.

So, why have I read this book?

First, I usually read everything my daughter does. (Just to check, you know?!) And, yes, I like nice teenage witches and their harmless wicca stories. I thought Dark Winter was one of those.
Well, you can say it is. A nice, teenage girl in possession of a special object, and her friends, trying to save the world from a brutal end in the devil's hands, an evil never seen before; all of them with their doubts and misfortunes; with their strangeness and bullied, orphaned, alone and afraid. It kept me reading, even though at only 7% I was already scared; the suspense kept me turning the pages, at the same time that I was dreading to turn them.

The author, John Hennessy, is English and he dominates the language and the words with an easiness that astonishes, making the book very easy to read; the plot is extremely well-crafted and it builds up very nicely and with a pace that sometimes it lets you breathe and at others it robs you of all air - expect twist and turns galore; the characters are three-dimensional and real, their feelings are all over the place and you feel them - their anguish, pain, hurt, aches, doubts, friendship, loyalty... - It is there in the pages, but it was inside me. - The descriptions are very well done and they transport the reader to the place without being OTT; The author shows us how a characteristic, or a setting, can be ever so different if seen from another's (or another) perspective.
All together, it contributed to make me felt sucked into the story.

I loved Romilly and Nan; Bethany, Toril and Jacinta, Troy; I hated Curie, I pitied (and hated, too) Dana - and I was petrified by the man, Diabhal. Ah... Who is he? You'll have to read the book to know.

I was afraid, scared; It was draining, yes, but in a good way. This rough diamond is a gem that can't be missed.
I recommend for those who like this kind of story. You'll regale yourself!!