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Black Hat Bureau #3.5
Black Soul, White Heart
Vonda Winterbourne is, sadly, a lady. Much to her regret. And her parents expect her to act like one. That includes marrying a nice white witch who can provide her safety, companionship, and all the comforts one could desire in their gilded cage.
Hiram Nádasdy is no gentleman. He’s a black witch with a reputation that strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. But not in the girl. No, the girl is fearless, reckless, and determined to know him. He ought to reveal the darkness lurking in his heart and scare her away before it’s too late, but he’s curious about her as well. And, frankly, he’s not sure it would work.
Black witches don’t befriend white witches, and white witches don’t fall in love with black witches. They certainly don’t marry them.
Or do they?
Hiram Nádasdy is no gentleman. He’s a black witch with a reputation that strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. But not in the girl. No, the girl is fearless, reckless, and determined to know him. He ought to reveal the darkness lurking in his heart and scare her away before it’s too late, but he’s curious about her as well. And, frankly, he’s not sure it would work.
Black witches don’t befriend white witches, and white witches don’t fall in love with black witches. They certainly don’t marry them.
Or do they?
54 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 31, 2021
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Hailey Edwards
106 books2,791 followersHailey Edwards writes about questionable applications of otherwise perfectly good magic, the transformative power of love, the family you choose for yourself, and blowing stuff up. Not necessarily all at once. That could get messy.
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February 16, 2022
I wasn't sure if I'd love Rue's parents the same way I adore Rue and Asa, but HOLY WHAT NOW? Those two are utterly adorable together. Vonny's wild and unpredictable and eager to reach for what she wants. Hiram is smitten, resigned, and sure he'll have to give up the sweet treasure he's uncovered as soon as his father rolls into town.
Except, that's not how it worked it.
Vonny doesn't cower and let Papa Nádasdy have his way. Instead she sasses and charms and uses the resources at hand to protect Hiram. And Hiram is ENCHANTED by her. You can see how a white witch managed to steal the heart of a black one. She simply swoops in and takes it and suddenly they're a duo instead of two people moving solely through life.
HEART EYES, my friends. I honestly didn't think we would get Rue/Asa levels of coupledom (frankly, I ADORE those two and their slow, awkward dance as they figure out what they're doing in a relationship), but Vonny and Hiram worked for me. So hard. *thumbs up*
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
Except, that's not how it worked it.
Vonny doesn't cower and let Papa Nádasdy have his way. Instead she sasses and charms and uses the resources at hand to protect Hiram. And Hiram is ENCHANTED by her. You can see how a white witch managed to steal the heart of a black one. She simply swoops in and takes it and suddenly they're a duo instead of two people moving solely through life.
HEART EYES, my friends. I honestly didn't think we would get Rue/Asa levels of coupledom (frankly, I ADORE those two and their slow, awkward dance as they figure out what they're doing in a relationship), but Vonny and Hiram worked for me. So hard. *thumbs up*
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
April 23, 2022
4 stars
A cute little story about Rue's parents and how they met.
Gives a little context to some of the things that happen in book 4.
A cute little story about Rue's parents and how they met.
Gives a little context to some of the things that happen in book 4.
September 4, 2023
Rue’s parents have always seemed like opposites. Vonda Winterbourne is a lady from a white witch family and Rue’s father, Hiram Nádasdy, a black witch, has quite the ruthless reputation. So how did these two end up together? If you have read the series, then you know, black witches eat white witches hearts. Eep.
Narrated by Stephanie Richardson, Edwards pulled me into the story and I quickly devoured this in one sitting. Hiram is smitten with Vonny “Vonda Winterbourne” but knows his father will never approve. I adored Vonny, and she is the reason the two get together. Hiram never stood a chance.
I am glad Edwards gave us their story. Fans of the series will appreciate the context it gives to Black Wings, Grey Skies, the fourth novel.
Despite its length, the author gave us a full story with swoons, banter and understanding. I love the Black Hearts Bureau series and highly recommend listening to them.
This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
Narrated by Stephanie Richardson, Edwards pulled me into the story and I quickly devoured this in one sitting. Hiram is smitten with Vonny “Vonda Winterbourne” but knows his father will never approve. I adored Vonny, and she is the reason the two get together. Hiram never stood a chance.
I am glad Edwards gave us their story. Fans of the series will appreciate the context it gives to Black Wings, Grey Skies, the fourth novel.
Despite its length, the author gave us a full story with swoons, banter and understanding. I love the Black Hearts Bureau series and highly recommend listening to them.
This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
January 6, 2022
The story of how Rue’s parents met and fell in love was a revelation, since I couldn’t quite understand how a black witch and white witch would ever get together. I mean, since black witches eat white witch's hearts, it didn’t seem like that would be such a great match, but this love story convinced me. I loved Rue’s mom, she was definitely a wild one, and of course, how could Hiram resist her, she saw the best in him. I really enjoyed this glimpse into the past, it was a wonderful detour in the Black Hat Bureau series.
September 9, 2023
Although listed as book 3.5 in the Black Hat Bureau series, Black Soul, White Heart is actually a prequel to the series, sharing how Rue’s parents meet and fall in love. Many years prior to the start of the series (I don’t think a date is given, but it’s prior to electricity and cars), Vonda Winterbourne lives with her family of white witches, trying to blend in with the locals. Hiram Nádasdy, a young scout for his family of black witches, notices Vonda and is completely fascinated. He knows he should leave if he wants to save her from his evil father, but he finds Vonda impossible to resist.
Black Soul, White Heart is an interesting short story for fans of the series. While it can be read as a standalone, the short nature of the book gives little room for world building and character development. For those like me who’ve read a number of Black Hat Bureau books and understand the world, the lack of details doesn’t diminish the tale. It’s sweet and fun, but nothing of major substance.
Narration: The story is shared via the first person POV of Vonda (Howl) and (not as often) the third person POV of Hiram (Saint). Richardson narrates the entire series, and her work is familiar. I love that she slightly deepens the narrator voice for Hiram’s POV. The narrator alters dialogue, giving characters a unique voice, suited to the age, gender, species, etc.
I highly recommend Black Soul, White Heart for fans of the Black Hat Bureau series. It’s fun to see Rue’s parents in a time when they know only their love for one another. If you are new to the series, I strongly urge you to start with Black Hat, White Witch to gain a knowledge of the world and characters before diving into this one.
My ratings:
Story: B
Narration: B
Review copy provided by publisher
Originally posted at That's What I'm Talking About
Black Soul, White Heart is an interesting short story for fans of the series. While it can be read as a standalone, the short nature of the book gives little room for world building and character development. For those like me who’ve read a number of Black Hat Bureau books and understand the world, the lack of details doesn’t diminish the tale. It’s sweet and fun, but nothing of major substance.
Narration: The story is shared via the first person POV of Vonda (Howl) and (not as often) the third person POV of Hiram (Saint). Richardson narrates the entire series, and her work is familiar. I love that she slightly deepens the narrator voice for Hiram’s POV. The narrator alters dialogue, giving characters a unique voice, suited to the age, gender, species, etc.
I highly recommend Black Soul, White Heart for fans of the Black Hat Bureau series. It’s fun to see Rue’s parents in a time when they know only their love for one another. If you are new to the series, I strongly urge you to start with Black Hat, White Witch to gain a knowledge of the world and characters before diving into this one.
My ratings:
Story: B
Narration: B
Review copy provided by publisher
Originally posted at That's What I'm Talking About
April 20, 2022
3.5/5.0
A delightful little touch of a read. It is really just a short story that gives us a glimpse at how Rue's parents, one a white witch and one a dark witch (who eats white witches hearts for strength) came together. Could have been a full length book on it's own but as it stands, it is a nice bit of background to the larger world.
A delightful little touch of a read. It is really just a short story that gives us a glimpse at how Rue's parents, one a white witch and one a dark witch (who eats white witches hearts for strength) came together. Could have been a full length book on it's own but as it stands, it is a nice bit of background to the larger world.
February 8, 2023
4 Stars:)
July 15, 2022
4.5 - Super short, but such an intriguing story. Rue's parents had been such an unlikely pair, her mom's friendship with Meghera and her mother's spirit definitely help make Rue the witch she was meant to be.
January 20, 2022
Missed Opportunity
This novella casts the flaws of the overarching series into stark relief. V is clever, funny, and bold. I confess that I wish the series was about these characters instead of Rue and her beards.
This novella casts the flaws of the overarching series into stark relief. V is clever, funny, and bold. I confess that I wish the series was about these characters instead of Rue and her beards.
February 20, 2024
I actually think this tiny novella had so much potential, so I’m sad that it was so brief. Super interesting to get some insight into Rue’s parents, and their initial meeting and budding relationship.
I’m not sure why it’s listed as #3.5 (other than perhaps release date?) because as a prequel to the story, I could easily see it listed as #0.5!
Honestly I’m disappointed that these interesting characters are confined to such a short work. Not only were the characters interesting, but the author’s writing actually seems to shine in this earlier time setting!
Amalthea was the shining grace of this novella, and I can honestly say that she has been my favourite character of the series in to this point. Maybe that’s why it’s listed at this stage in the series— so that readers aren’t disappointed to read on without such an enticing character!
I’m not sure why it’s listed as #3.5 (other than perhaps release date?) because as a prequel to the story, I could easily see it listed as #0.5!
Honestly I’m disappointed that these interesting characters are confined to such a short work. Not only were the characters interesting, but the author’s writing actually seems to shine in this earlier time setting!
Amalthea was the shining grace of this novella, and I can honestly say that she has been my favourite character of the series in to this point. Maybe that’s why it’s listed at this stage in the series— so that readers aren’t disappointed to read on without such an enticing character!
January 3, 2022
I liked this one, but I'm not quite sure how it fits in with the series. I liked that Howl had some great friends that had her back and a family that indulged her. It remains to be seen if the choice she made here was a good one or not.
April 11, 2023
Super quick novella about Rue's parents that could've used a few more chapters and maybe some time jumps to avoid the insta love.
October 9, 2023
I wish it had more details since it brings up characters from the past. But they are super adorable making it worth it and also super sad… cause we know what happens to them…
February 12, 2025
I usually don't care for spin-offs or prequels with other characters in a series, but surprisingly I loved this. I would happily read more with Howl and Saint, particularly when they have Rue.
January 9, 2022
This short novella gives us the story of how Rue's parents meet. I have to be honest, I didn't much care for either of them. Rue seems to have inherited her mother's fearlessness but luckily not her reckless nature. Didn't care for dear old Dad at all.
2.5 stars
2.5 stars
January 2, 2022
This was an amazing addition to the Black Hat Bureau Series. Hailey Edwards continues to make me love this series more with every book. I absolutely loved getting more information on Rue's parents. The world building in this series is excellent. Vonda's character was amazing and I loved the interactions between her and Hiram. I also thoroughly enjoyed the inside look on Vonda and Meg's friendship. I highly recommend this short and the rest of the Black Hat series.
February 13, 2022
*Source* Kindle Unlimited
*Genre* Urban Fantasy Romance
*Rating* 3-3.5
*Thoughts*
This is a book that predates the Black Hat Bureau. It features Rue's parents Vonda (Amalthea) Winterbourne, who is from a rare white witch family that is being hunted down, and Hiram Nádasdy, a black witch with a reputation that strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. Black witches don’t befriend white witches, and white witches don’t fall in love with black witches. They certainly don’t marry them. One could say that Vonda was the more aggressive one when it came to getting what she wanted. I'd say that this was released because of questions surrounding Rue's parents and how she ends up working for her Grandfather.
*Genre* Urban Fantasy Romance
*Rating* 3-3.5
*Thoughts*
This is a book that predates the Black Hat Bureau. It features Rue's parents Vonda (Amalthea) Winterbourne, who is from a rare white witch family that is being hunted down, and Hiram Nádasdy, a black witch with a reputation that strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. Black witches don’t befriend white witches, and white witches don’t fall in love with black witches. They certainly don’t marry them. One could say that Vonda was the more aggressive one when it came to getting what she wanted. I'd say that this was released because of questions surrounding Rue's parents and how she ends up working for her Grandfather.
May 5, 2024
The blurb introducing this novella basically sums it up as well as I know how, so I am just going to copy it here:
Vonda Winterbourne is, sadly, a lady. Much to her regret. And her parents expect her to act like one. That includes marrying a nice white witch who can provide her safety, companionship, and all the comforts one could desire in their gilded cage.
Hiram Nádasdy is no gentleman. He’s a black witch with a reputation that strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. But not in the girl. No, the girl is fearless, reckless, and determined to know him. He ought to reveal the darkness lurking in his heart and scare her away before it’s too late, but he’s curious about her as well. And, frankly, he’s not sure it would work.
Black witches don’t befriend white witches, and white witches don’t fall in love with black witches. They certainly don’t marry them.
Or do they?
***
Vonda finds ways to "get relief" from being a "lady" even when it comes to running with "the wrong crowd" etc. As another character says at one point in the story, we all have our traps and this is a story about people breaking out of the restraints and living free. At slightly over a one hour listen, it is a short and concise story.
I recommend it to anybody that finds the discription interesting, after all, it is just an hour's investment in time. Of course some of you may be pulled into the rest of the series and that would be a lot longer.
Vonda Winterbourne is, sadly, a lady. Much to her regret. And her parents expect her to act like one. That includes marrying a nice white witch who can provide her safety, companionship, and all the comforts one could desire in their gilded cage.
Hiram Nádasdy is no gentleman. He’s a black witch with a reputation that strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. But not in the girl. No, the girl is fearless, reckless, and determined to know him. He ought to reveal the darkness lurking in his heart and scare her away before it’s too late, but he’s curious about her as well. And, frankly, he’s not sure it would work.
Black witches don’t befriend white witches, and white witches don’t fall in love with black witches. They certainly don’t marry them.
Or do they?
***
Vonda finds ways to "get relief" from being a "lady" even when it comes to running with "the wrong crowd" etc. As another character says at one point in the story, we all have our traps and this is a story about people breaking out of the restraints and living free. At slightly over a one hour listen, it is a short and concise story.
I recommend it to anybody that finds the discription interesting, after all, it is just an hour's investment in time. Of course some of you may be pulled into the rest of the series and that would be a lot longer.
May 11, 2025
I blindly followed the order of reading that Audible set in front of me, and it said I had to read this before book 4 in the series, so in I went! I don’t actually think I needed to do that, and this can likely be read at any point, unless I’m missing something.
This short story gives us a glimpse into the unlikely courtship of Vonda and Hiram, Rue’s parents. Neither goes by the right name in the story, but it’s easier for me to use their real names for review. The previous book ends with Rue receiving a photo of her parents, so maybe that’s why I needed to read this right after? Either way, we dive right into Vonda’s mischievous life tempered by her required time spent working her parent’s apothecary-ish stall at the market. It’s there that she meets Hiram and their taboo love affair begins.
Her warg BFF supports her shenanigans, so is her partner in crime for most of this, as we learned in the previous books. While Vonda doesn’t know at the start that Hiram is dark/demon/whatevs, she knows he is not necessarily the “good” match her parents would expect. That doesn’t stop her and likely drew her closer to him at the start. By the time she finds out his secret, she is in too deep to give him up. It was AWESOME seeing her stand up for herself, her family, and who she loves. I love a good, strong, female lead, and after spending so much time with Rue it’s no surprise her mom was like that.
This short story gives us a glimpse into the unlikely courtship of Vonda and Hiram, Rue’s parents. Neither goes by the right name in the story, but it’s easier for me to use their real names for review. The previous book ends with Rue receiving a photo of her parents, so maybe that’s why I needed to read this right after? Either way, we dive right into Vonda’s mischievous life tempered by her required time spent working her parent’s apothecary-ish stall at the market. It’s there that she meets Hiram and their taboo love affair begins.
Her warg BFF supports her shenanigans, so is her partner in crime for most of this, as we learned in the previous books. While Vonda doesn’t know at the start that Hiram is dark/demon/whatevs, she knows he is not necessarily the “good” match her parents would expect. That doesn’t stop her and likely drew her closer to him at the start. By the time she finds out his secret, she is in too deep to give him up. It was AWESOME seeing her stand up for herself, her family, and who she loves. I love a good, strong, female lead, and after spending so much time with Rue it’s no surprise her mom was like that.
January 3, 2022
Blurb:
Vonda Winterbourne is, sadly, a lady. Much to her regret. And her parents expect her to act like one. That includes marrying a nice white witch who can provide her safety, companionship, and all the comforts one could desire in their gilded cage.
Hiram Nádasdy is no gentleman. He’s a black witch with a reputation that strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. But not in the girl. No, the girl is fearless, reckless, and determined to know him. He ought to reveal the darkness lurking in his heart and scare her away before it’s too late, but he’s curious about her as well. And, frankly, he’s not sure it would work.
Black witches don’t befriend white witches, and white witches don’t fall in love with black witches. They certainly don’t marry them.
Review: A cute novella explaining how Rue's parents met. I wish the reaction of Vonda's family had been included though, as well as an epilogue showing Rue's birth.
Or do they?
Vonda Winterbourne is, sadly, a lady. Much to her regret. And her parents expect her to act like one. That includes marrying a nice white witch who can provide her safety, companionship, and all the comforts one could desire in their gilded cage.
Hiram Nádasdy is no gentleman. He’s a black witch with a reputation that strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. But not in the girl. No, the girl is fearless, reckless, and determined to know him. He ought to reveal the darkness lurking in his heart and scare her away before it’s too late, but he’s curious about her as well. And, frankly, he’s not sure it would work.
Black witches don’t befriend white witches, and white witches don’t fall in love with black witches. They certainly don’t marry them.
Review: A cute novella explaining how Rue's parents met. I wish the reaction of Vonda's family had been included though, as well as an epilogue showing Rue's birth.
Or do they?
September 2, 2023
3.5 Stars
This was a very short story about a white witch who unknowingly falls for a black witch. I'm honestly not sure if these characters are related to the main characters in the Black Hat Bureau series - they probably are, I just didn't know that at the time.
The female MC Vonda Winterbourne (nicknamed Howl) was a bit too over the top for me. Yes, I get it you want to make her free spirited and up for anything, but to me, she came across as spoiled and entitled. It made it hard for me to root for her or to even like her.
The male MC Hiram, he was a better character. Complex in a way. He knew he was bad but wanted to be better. I liked his character and found it easy to want him to become the "good guy".
This story was really short. The storyline ended quickly with everything tied up neatly. I listened to this completely on audio and I had no issues with the narration.
Again, I'm not sure where exactly this falls in the Black Hat Bureau world but it was a nice short entertaining way to spend an hour.
This was a very short story about a white witch who unknowingly falls for a black witch. I'm honestly not sure if these characters are related to the main characters in the Black Hat Bureau series - they probably are, I just didn't know that at the time.
The female MC Vonda Winterbourne (nicknamed Howl) was a bit too over the top for me. Yes, I get it you want to make her free spirited and up for anything, but to me, she came across as spoiled and entitled. It made it hard for me to root for her or to even like her.
The male MC Hiram, he was a better character. Complex in a way. He knew he was bad but wanted to be better. I liked his character and found it easy to want him to become the "good guy".
This story was really short. The storyline ended quickly with everything tied up neatly. I listened to this completely on audio and I had no issues with the narration.
Again, I'm not sure where exactly this falls in the Black Hat Bureau world but it was a nice short entertaining way to spend an hour.
May 13, 2025
I went into this novella expecting filler. Maybe a side quest. Definitely a “meh” between books. What I got instead? Pain.
Learning more about Rue’s parents hit me right in the emotional kneecaps. It gave their deaths weight, not just backstory. I didn’t expect to care, but now I wish they weren’t dead so badly I almost want to storm the author’s inbox and demand a rewrite.
This story showed what Rue could have had—the family dynamic, the protection, the chance to reconnect after everything—and it wrecked me just a little. Not in a dramatic, throw-the-book way, but in that subtle ache where you know the reunion can’t happen.
The writing still isn’t perfect, but the emotional beats? Flawless ambush.
I’m officially more invested in Rue’s history than I ever expected to be.
Would I recommend it? Yes.
Am I mad about how much I actually cared? Also yes.
Learning more about Rue’s parents hit me right in the emotional kneecaps. It gave their deaths weight, not just backstory. I didn’t expect to care, but now I wish they weren’t dead so badly I almost want to storm the author’s inbox and demand a rewrite.
This story showed what Rue could have had—the family dynamic, the protection, the chance to reconnect after everything—and it wrecked me just a little. Not in a dramatic, throw-the-book way, but in that subtle ache where you know the reunion can’t happen.
The writing still isn’t perfect, but the emotional beats? Flawless ambush.
I’m officially more invested in Rue’s history than I ever expected to be.
Would I recommend it? Yes.
Am I mad about how much I actually cared? Also yes.
February 8, 2022
short novella but… my heart
Someone said it was too short and I agree, but it wasn’t a bad thing. It was a novella at minimum. Basically about the pivotal moment when Rue’s parents met. It didn’t go so long that it felt lacking, and it wasn’t so brief that it shouldn’t have been called a novella.
I adored them. I adored their story from the series and it was nice to have a glimpse of them here. I think we still didn’t get to see a lot, obviously, and it was a good and bad thing. Good because we’re left with our imagination to satisfy us, and bad because we’re almost left teased for more.
I think I’d totally read a series about them, the worst black witch and brightest white witch to ever live. To see the moment they had Rue and lost her. Damn, that would be epic.
Someone said it was too short and I agree, but it wasn’t a bad thing. It was a novella at minimum. Basically about the pivotal moment when Rue’s parents met. It didn’t go so long that it felt lacking, and it wasn’t so brief that it shouldn’t have been called a novella.
I adored them. I adored their story from the series and it was nice to have a glimpse of them here. I think we still didn’t get to see a lot, obviously, and it was a good and bad thing. Good because we’re left with our imagination to satisfy us, and bad because we’re almost left teased for more.
I think I’d totally read a series about them, the worst black witch and brightest white witch to ever live. To see the moment they had Rue and lost her. Damn, that would be epic.
December 10, 2022
Bold, adventurous Vonda Winterbourne wants to taste all life has to offer but she’s a woman and a white witch, her kind are hunted mercilessly by soul-eating black witches. Buying Vonny’s family tinctures are two-fold for the mysterious Hiram Nádasdy, he gets to learn more about white witches and he gets to see Vonny. Then one day, they speak and make plans.
This hurried short left this reader with a ‘huh’ feeling. The easily understandable and readable outing does the job but the question is why. Yes, it's background but I wanted it to further the series. And I don’t know if I care.
Rating: 3stars
This hurried short left this reader with a ‘huh’ feeling. The easily understandable and readable outing does the job but the question is why. Yes, it's background but I wanted it to further the series. And I don’t know if I care.
Rating: 3stars
December 21, 2023
"Black Soul, White Heart" is a captivating story that delves into Rue's parents' love story, adding depth to the narrative. The desire for more insight into their relationship speaks to the engaging nature of the tale. While the storytelling is compelling, the yearning for additional details about Rue's parents and their journey leaves a sense of unfulfilled curiosity. The narrative, although well-received, could benefit from further expansion to satisfy the reader's appetite for a more comprehensive exploration of this intriguing love story. A commendable 3.5 stars for its captivating premise and the eagerness it instills for a more in-depth look into Rue's family history.
September 26, 2022
Not what I was hoping for.
I have enjoyed this authors other series, and picked this up as I was looking for something quick to read. However, this just wasn’t what I was after. It’s not badly written, nor were the characters awful, it was just too short and that made the insta-love even more unbelievable. If this had been a 200+ page book with everything fleshed out and more nuance in the characters and their action, then I think ai would have really liked this… but it is a short story, so not my jam.
I have enjoyed this authors other series, and picked this up as I was looking for something quick to read. However, this just wasn’t what I was after. It’s not badly written, nor were the characters awful, it was just too short and that made the insta-love even more unbelievable. If this had been a 200+ page book with everything fleshed out and more nuance in the characters and their action, then I think ai would have really liked this… but it is a short story, so not my jam.
August 12, 2023
what a lovely short story to add to the Black Hat Bureau
Wish it was a bit more in compassing with the other characters but happy to have a baseline for Rue’s parents.
Just couldn’t like her father in the black hat books he has no redeemable qualities. So I’m not invested in hearing about him or if he lives or dies. An not enough info to be invested in her ghost mom so zoomed through this paragraphs in the series.
But this lil story has me now invested in weather Howl moves on or re-alives in book 9.
Wish it was a bit more in compassing with the other characters but happy to have a baseline for Rue’s parents.
Just couldn’t like her father in the black hat books he has no redeemable qualities. So I’m not invested in hearing about him or if he lives or dies. An not enough info to be invested in her ghost mom so zoomed through this paragraphs in the series.
But this lil story has me now invested in weather Howl moves on or re-alives in book 9.
January 2, 2022
A quick short romance
Set in the black hat bureau world this book gives us a quick peak into the past of how a black witch and a white witch could possibly create someone as powerful as Rue. It’s a story of infatuation and love at first sight that explains also a lot of Rue’s tendencies towards reckless behaviors as well. Can’t wait to jump back into the main story line to see what comes next.
Set in the black hat bureau world this book gives us a quick peak into the past of how a black witch and a white witch could possibly create someone as powerful as Rue. It’s a story of infatuation and love at first sight that explains also a lot of Rue’s tendencies towards reckless behaviors as well. Can’t wait to jump back into the main story line to see what comes next.
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January 24, 2022This did not, in my opinion, bring anything necessary or useful or enriching to the table and can be skipped. I'm still very much in favour of the rest of the series.
I am firmly not a fan of perpetuating the idea that women can change/fix bad men. I find it difficult to understand how one can so quickly forgive murder (without even being informed if the murderer feels remorse or not).
I know this was a short story and therefore compacted by format, but it all moved too fast for me.
I am firmly not a fan of perpetuating the idea that women can change/fix bad men. I find it difficult to understand how one can so quickly forgive murder (without even being informed if the murderer feels remorse or not).
I know this was a short story and therefore compacted by format, but it all moved too fast for me.
March 11, 2023
Love this story!
I love this story I just wish there was more! I love hearing about Rues parents and how they met and fell in love, but, honestly I want more! Lol. Anyone that has read black hat bureau and reads this will want to know what else happened in the story. Does the director come back? What happens when rue is born? How does Hiram convince Vondys father he is a good man? So many questions and no answers lol. Hopefully there will be more to come.
I love this story I just wish there was more! I love hearing about Rues parents and how they met and fell in love, but, honestly I want more! Lol. Anyone that has read black hat bureau and reads this will want to know what else happened in the story. Does the director come back? What happens when rue is born? How does Hiram convince Vondys father he is a good man? So many questions and no answers lol. Hopefully there will be more to come.
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