This Too Shall Burn
- karenlykkebo
- Apr 25
- 1 min read
This Too Shall Burn
Cat Rector
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A wonderfully angry book that flips off the patriarchy while highlighting women's health and taking a stab at consumerism.
This was one of those reads I didn't know I needed but just hit the spot. Summarized, the story is about an angry witch and a girl with endometriosis who team up to fight the crappy men who controls them and ruins the world around them.
I loved all about it! From the righteously - and very relatable - pissed-off witch, Arden, who's just sick and tired of religious men controlling women, to the unraveling of church-mouse Verity who's finally seeing the light, the raw and real description of PMS, periods, cramps, endometriosis, the haunting hint of historical accuracy, the magic of the forest spirits both dark and somewhat sweeter, and the way I felt like the "Elmo in Hell" gif at the final act of the book.
The plot was very straightforward but packed a punch in its delivery. The growing relationship between the two main characters was really sweet and Arden's mother/big sister vibe toward Verity a wonderful addition of 'found family'.
It was a very cathartic read as a woman who's generally pissed at the world, sick of her period, angry at Men™️, and who nurtures dreams of becoming a woodland witch and part of local folklore.
Anyone who supports women's right - and wrongs - should absolutely check out this very timely gem of feminine rage.
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