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Weyward

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Emilia Hart

Weyward

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Multiple Eras

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Weyward by Emilia Hart tells the interconnected stories of Altha, Violet, and Kate, three women of the Weyward lineage living centuries apart. Altha, a healer in 1619, faces accusations of witchcraft; in 1942, Violet discovers her heritage while escaping an oppressive family; and in 2019, Kate uncovers her ancestral powers as she escapes an abusive relationship, ultimately finding strength and solidarity.

Mysterious

Melancholic

Fantastical

Inspirational

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Weyward by Emilia Hart generally appreciate its lyrical prose, rich historical detail, and strong female characters empowering themselves across generations. However, some criticize its pacing and predictability. Overall, Hart's debut is praised for its atmospheric storytelling and enchanting narrative, despite minor shortcomings.

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Who Should Read Weyward?

Readers who enjoy Weyward by Emilia Hart are typically fans of character-driven, multi-generational narratives with a touch of magical realism. Similar to readers of The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern and The Secret History by Donna Tartt, they appreciate richly woven tales where the past and present intertwine and dark secrets emerge.

Character List

Altha Weyward

A 21-year-old folk healer in 1619 who possesses a magical connection to nature, enabling her to influence animals and insects, and faces suspicion and accusations of witchcraft.

A modern-day Londoner who escapes an abusive relationship by retreating to her inherited Weyward Cottage, where she learns about her special ancestral powers.

A 16-year-old in 1942, the daughter of a Weyward descendant, who discovers her magical connection to nature while dealing with family and societal expectations.

Violet's cousin and a soldier in 1942 who schemes to secure his future by manipulating familial ties and relationships.

Kate's controlling and abusive boyfriend who manipulates her life and finances and exhibits extreme possessiveness.

Violet’s supportive younger brother who becomes a successful attorney and helps his sister achieve her dreams.

A former friend of Altha in 1619, who is caught in an abusive marriage and seeks Altha's help for her situation.

The father of Violet and Graham, characterized by his selfish and oppressive nature, whose actions embody the power struggles within his family.

Altha's mother, who teaches her daughter about herbalism and the unique abilities of the Weyward women, while urging caution during witchcraft persecutions.

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Multiple Eras

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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