BOOK BRIEF

The Book of Magic (Practical Magic, #2)

Alice Hoffman
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The Book of Magic (Practical Magic, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

Book Brief

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Alice Hoffman

The Book of Magic (Practical Magic, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman centers on the Owens family, who struggle with a generational curse that affects their personal lives. As they navigate complex relationships and unravel family secrets, they tap into their inherited magical abilities, seeking to alter their destiny. This novel is part of Hoffman's broader exploration of magic, love, and legacy.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

33,140 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Alice Hoffman's The Book of Magic captivates with its evocative prose and rich character development, resonating with fans of magical realism. While praised for its enchanting narrative and emotional depth, some readers feel the plot occasionally meanders. Overall, it's a compelling conclusion to the Owens family saga, balancing whimsy and poignancy effectively.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Book of Magic (Practical Magic, #2)?

Readers who appreciate enchanting family sagas with a touch of magical realism will enjoy Alice Hoffman's The Book of Magic. Fans of Isabel Allende’s The House of the Spirits and Sarah Addison Allen's Garden Spells will find this novel captivating, with its richly woven tales of love, loss, and the mystique of multigenerational bonds.

4.4

33,140 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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