44. A book with a touch of magic

[Sherri]

I read The Husbands. 3 stars. It is a book club read so I'm happy I can use it here.

[Phil]

I read The Rain Heron by Robbie Arnott for this topic (Read August 17; 3*)

[Marie (UK)]

i read The Square of Sevens this might have a touch of magic in the storyline but it was far from magical in the readin

[Sydney]

Does anyone think The Exorcist would qualify in this category? I feel like the elements of demonic possession could arguably count as "magical" or fantastical; however, I know some might think it just as spiritual or even inner turmoil. Wondering what the general consensus would be! Thanks!

[Anne]

I have just read A Year at the Chateau by Dick and Angel Strawbridge. For me it definitely has a touch of magic and lived up to my expectations.

[Stacey]

A great sense of place and indigenous magic abounds in When Two Feathers Fell From The Sky. Unfortunately, it wasn't enough to save this long-winded book. Another novel bogged down by too many secondary characters, neverending back stories and the you're telling me - not showing me malady. Maybe because of that, author Margaret Verble seemed at a loss with what to do with her title and most interesting character, Two Feathers.

I really wanted to love this book, especially since Verble's Cherokee America and Stealing were so good. Fans of western lit should definitely read those!

[Nike]

I read Lullaby by Chuck Palahniuk for this prompt. It's a book that doesn't resemble anything else.

[Tracy]

Sounds interesting Nike.

[C-A]

For this book, I read Wandmaker by Ed Masessa to my kids.