The Very Secret Society Of Irregular Witches By Sangu Mandanna -

A quirky, protective group of adults who have created a sanctuary for the girls.

Perhaps the most critical aspect of the novel is the mentorship dynamic between Mika and the girls. Mandanna tackles the concept of "cycle breaking." Mika and the girls are all victims of abandonment or systemic neglect. Mika has the opportunity to perpetuate the cycle—teaching the girls to hide, to fear, and to isolate—but she chooses a different path. A quirky, protective group of adults who have

The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches was praised for its inclusive, heartwarming representation. Critics noted its handling of loneliness in the digital age—Mika’s online persona echoes contemporary social media performance. The book has been celebrated as part of a growing trend of “hopeful fiction” that responds to post-pandemic anxieties about isolation. It is significant for centering non-traditional family structures without apology or tragedy. Mika has the opportunity to perpetuate the cycle—teaching

Upon arriving at the remote, mysterious estate, Mika is tasked with teaching three young, unseasoned witches how to control their magic before the Government Council of Witches discovers them. The book has been celebrated as part of