Nora Roberts is a highly acclaimed author known for her compelling and diverse range of novels. While she is primarily recognized for her romance and suspense novels, Roberts has also ventured into the genre of occult fiction. Within her occult novels, Roberts skillfully combines elements of the supernatural, magic, and mystery to create immersive and captivating stories. These novels often feature strong female protagonists who possess unique abilities or powers. Roberts explores themes of destiny, fate, and the struggle between good and evil, creating a rich and complex narrative. One of Roberts' most popular occult novel series is the "Three Sisters Island" trilogy.
Branna and Fin’s relationship offers them both comfort and torment. And though they succumb to the heat between them, there can be no promises for tomorrow. A storm of shadows threatens everything that their circle holds dear. It will be Fin’s power, loyalty, and heart that will make all the difference in an age-old battle between the bonds that hold their friends together and the evil that has haunted their families for centuries.
She struggles to strengthen her powers but eventually learns to reach her full potential until her cousins decide that it s time to include her into their circle. I was expecting the fight between witches and demons to develop, instead I ended up reading a story that focused more on the romance and relationships with family and friends than on the fated battle of good vs.
One of Roberts' most popular occult novel series is the "Three Sisters Island" trilogy. This series follows the lives of three women who discover their ancestral connection to a coven of witches. As they learn to harness their magical abilities, they must also confront a powerful evil that threatens to destroy their island home.
Review: Dark Witch by Nora Roberts
Iona Sheehan travels to Ireland searching for her roots. From her maternal grandmother she learned about her ancestor, the Dark Witch Sorcha and decides to explore Count Mayo where her ancestor’s blood and magick grows stronger every generation. Iona finds her cousins, Branna and Connor O’Dwyer who are more than happy to invite her to their home and teach her magick. Her lessons are necessary, as all three of their strength is needed to defeat the dark demon, Cabhan who has been plotting to destroy them for centuries.
This is my first Nora Roberts book . The news may shock you, as she is one of America’s bestselling authors who wrote over 200 books, and is called “America’s favorite writer” by The New Yorker. I’ve never picked up one of her books as I don’t often read true romance/erotica. But last year I heard that she was writing a new fantasy trilogy about witchcraft, demons, and blood magick, and I thought that this was a great excuse to read her new book, Dark Witch.
Unfortunately I didn’t like the book as I was bored with it after reading 10 chapters. I was expecting the fight between witches and demons to develop, instead I ended up reading a story that focused more on the romance and relationships with family and friends than on the fated battle of good vs. evil between the O’Conners and Cabhan. I had to wait until the last two chapters for the real fight to begin. For a powerful sorcerer who’s curse but still strong enough to shape shift into a large wolf spends a lot of time lurking in the shadows, even though he had several chances to attack the O’Conners.
Iona Sheehan is the strongest of the female cast, as she is brave, bold, and yearns for acceptance from her family and the only man she admires. She struggles to strengthen her powers but eventually learns to reach her full potential until her cousins decide that it’s time to include her into their circle. And as Iona’s magick evolves so does her character from the timid, fragile girl to the daring, stubborn witch willing to put herself first before her family and friends, and proves that she’s much stronger than they took her for. She finds a stable job with Boyle, her new boss and admirer.
Boyle is a stubborn, pig-headed, and difficult man to come to terms with. But he can also be the white knight when he wants, as he’s protective of Iona and her feelings. But I found their relationship wishy-washy at first after their string of love affairs and the couple not deciding which direction their romance was turning to.
Overall, this wasn’t the greatest fantasy novel I’ve read but I’m sure Nora Roberts fans will beg to differ. As a first time reader of the author’s books, I’ll give her credit for writing a gripping romance story between a mortal and a witch (some erotic sex scenes are included). I just wished that she gave Cabhan a much larger appearance in the present time or else I’ll be persuaded to read the next book. I also felt the dialogue of the characters was awful.
My verdict: 2 hoots out of 5.
With its blend of romance, suspense, and magic, this trilogy highlights Roberts' ability to create engaging and thrilling stories within the realm of the occult. In addition to the "Three Sisters Island" trilogy, Roberts has also written other standalone novels that delve into the occult. These novels often feature elements of mystery and danger as the characters navigate the supernatural world. From witches and warlocks to vampires and shape-shifters, Roberts incorporates a wide range of supernatural beings in her stories, adding depth and intrigue to her narrative. Overall, Nora Roberts' occult novels showcase her versatility as an author and her ability to create engrossing stories across various genres. With her unique blend of romance, suspense, and the supernatural, Roberts continues to captivate readers with her imaginative and compelling storytelling. Whether one is a fan of the occult or simply enjoys a well-crafted narrative, Roberts' occult novels are sure to satisfy their thirst for excitement and adventure..
Reviews for "The Power of Love and Magic: An Exploration of Nora Roberts' Occult Novels"
1. John - ★☆☆☆☆
I'm sorry, but I just couldn't get into Nora Roberts' occult novels. I found them to be overly predictable and lacking in depth. The characters felt one-dimensional and the plotlines seemed to follow the same formula, making it feel like I was reading the same story over and over again. Additionally, I found the supernatural elements to be far-fetched and not well-executed. Overall, I was disappointed and won't be picking up another one of her occult novels.
2. Sarah - ★★☆☆☆
I've read a couple of Nora Roberts' occult novels, and while they weren't terrible, they definitely didn't live up to the hype for me. The storylines were cliché and the romance felt forced and predictable. I was hoping for more depth and complexity in the occult elements, but they felt flimsy and unrealistic. Overall, I found the novels to be average at best, and I'm not sure if I'll continue reading her occult series.
3. Emma - ★★☆☆☆
I'm usually a fan of Nora Roberts, but her occult novels were a miss for me. The pacing was slow and the plotlines lacked excitement and suspense. I found myself struggling to stay engaged and ended up skimming through many parts. The characters felt underdeveloped and the romantic relationships felt forced. While the writing style was still decent, I felt that these occult novels didn't showcase Roberts' talent and I'll stick to her other genres from now on.
4. Michael - ★☆☆☆☆
I just couldn't get behind Nora Roberts' occult novels. The supernatural elements seemed too implausible and the world-building was lackluster. The narratives felt repetitive and the characters lacked depth, making it difficult for me to connect with them. Overall, the novels fell flat and didn't deliver the gripping and captivating storytelling I was hoping for. I wouldn't recommend these occult novels to anyone looking for a truly engaging and well-written supernatural story.