Release: August 10th 2021
Format: Ebook
Publisher: Swoon Reads
Source: TBR and beyond Tours
Find it at: Goodreads ,Amazon , Barnes & Noble , Book Depository , IndieBound , Indigo
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A young witch tries to unravel the mystery of who is framing her for dark magic in Georgia Bowers’ creepy YA debut fantasy, Mark of the Wicked.
Magic always leaves its mark.
All her life, Matilda has been told one thing about her magic: You use only when necessary. But Matilda isn’t interested in being a good witch. She wants revenge and popularity, and to live her life free of consequences, free of the scars that dark magic leaves on her face as a reminder of her misdeeds.
When a spell goes awry and the new boy at school catches her in the act, Matilda thinks her secret might be out. But far from being afraid, Oliver already knows about her magic – and he wants to learn more. As Oliver and Matilda grow closer, bizarre things begin to happen: Animals show up with their throats slashed and odd markings carved into their bodies, a young girl dies mysteriously, and everyone blames Matilda. But she isn’t responsible — at least, not that she can remember. As her magic begins to spin out of control, Matilda must decide for herself what makes a good witch, and discover the truth…before anyone else turns up dead.
About the Author:
Georgia Bowers lives in Bedford, a small market town in England. When it was time to decide what to do with her life, she was obsessed with two things: books and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. It seemed sensible to follow in the brogued footsteps of Rupert Giles, so she became a librarian, though sadly not the demon fighting kind. But there’s still time.
Ever since her mum told her that witches used to meet in the woods near their village, she’s been obsessed with witchcraft and the paranormal. When she was a teenager, a weekly habit of Point Horrors satisfied her thirst for chilling tales before she moved on to reading Stephen King. These days she likes to give her nerves a break every now and then with a good YA romance.
After completing a course in writing YA fiction she was a winner in the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators Undiscovered Voices. Since then she has dabbled with stories of chosen ones and ghostly best friends until she conjured up the magical ingredients for her debut novel, Mark Of The Wicked.
Mark of the Wicked Review:
The author did an excellent job with the concept of “Mark of the Wicked. ” The story is unique for the genre and one which felt fresh. I couldn’t put the book down right from the first chapter because of how unique Matilda’s storyline was. The story got intense as Matilda finds out about the carcasses from the police. What follows is how the author takes us on a wild ride as Matilda investigates who is framing her for the murders. The author also includes some shocking deaths that I honestly did not see coming, leading to an exciting climax on Halloween.
Moreover, the author also wrote the characters brilliantly. I’ll only mention that many people were not who they seemed. Matilda is great in the lead, and I felt she was the perfect protagonist for the role. I also thought Ashley stood out even though she doesn’t appear much. Likewise, even Erin was fun to read. However, one of my highlights was Matilda’s friendship with Oliver and the scenes where they go to the party or celebrate her birthday.
Moreover, initially, I felt the story staggered a bit from the plot with Matilda and Oliver’s private moments. However, later I realize why the author chose to do this, and the two left me speechless. I’m not giving away spoilers, but their twists are equally entertaining as what happens with the plot. This story is rare because the characters and storyline were similarly intense, and I loved reading all aspects.
Overall, “Mark of the Wicked” is a brilliant young adult fantasy with a touch of romance and murder mystery and a perfect book to pick up for Halloween.
Book Tour Schedule:
I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on theMark of the Wicked by Georgia Bowers Blog Tour hosted by TBR and beyond Tours.
August 9th
Ace Reader – Top 5 Reasons to Read Mark of the Wicked
heylittlesiren – Review
I Dream in Books – Review & Playlist
August 10th
Stuck in Fiction – Promo
A Court of Coffee and Books – Review & Favourite Quotes
And On She Reads – Review
Reading Stewardess – Review & Playlist
August 11th
We Write at Dawn – Top 5 Reasons to Read Mark of the Wicked & 15 Reactions While Reading Mark of the Wicked
Confessions of a YA Reader – Review
Rajiv’s Reviews – Review
Robinlea BookBird – Review, Playlist & Mood Board
August 12th
Nine Bookish Lives – Promo
The Bookish Coven – Review & Favourite Quotes
Katarama Reads – Review
Lousbookstuff – Review & Favourite Quotes
August 13th
JD’s Book Journal – Review & Favourite Quotes
Popthebutterfly Reads – Review
upon the book tower – Journal Spread & Top 5 Reasons to Read Mark of the Wicked
August 14th
The Book Dutchesses – Promo
Books With Michelle – Top 5 Reasons to Read Mark of the Wicked, Mood Board & Book Look
Bookishfairytail – Review & Favourite Quotes
Book Me Some Time – Review
August 15th
Abby’s Blog – Review & Mood Board
The Ink Slinger – Review, Playlist & Favourite Quotes
HerBookishObsession – Review
