E. L. WILLIAMS

This book is beautifully written. Set between Wales and England, the story instantly felt familiar and grounding, making it so easy for me to connect with the characters.

We begin with Gwen, our FMC - gentle, caring, and layered with just the right amount of vulnerability to make her feel real. Then comes Dan, her perfect counterpart: inquisitive, protective, and the kind of character who feels like he belongs on the page with her.

Emma’s writing is simply beautiful - lyrical without ever losing its heart, and immersive enough that I didn’t want to put the book down. I was completely drawn into this world from the very first chapter and couldn't put it down!

I can’t wait to discover more of the world. 5/5 stars from me. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is a standalone Ethereal Word novel but completely ok to read as your first book if you are coming to this without reading anything Ethereal World before. Please go read the others, they are smashing!

How do I sum this up without getting over excited and littering my review with spoilers? All I really want to do is surmise the whole plot, I adored this story and want to share just how wonderful it was. Must resist.

Split into 3 time periods, 1612, 1939-1960 and 1976 all following Gwen, her life magically extended by a spell gone wrong, cast by her beloved Grandmother. The magic depicted is in the main gentle, nature based and exactly the kind that a much littler me kept hoping would kick in, soon please. This is the beautiful world where we first meet Gwen and the descriptions of her early life in Wales and her appreciation and connection to nature and animals are wonderfully illustrated. Hiraeth is not a new word or concept but this depiction was a stunning demonstration of it.

Adored the world building, concept and characters and without even a hint of a spoiler the ending had me on the edge of my seat and then in tears of joy. Oh, and I might need to go google cello lessons…

This book was so action packed! I was on the edge of my seat for so much of it, not a single dull moment. But at its core (the way I took it) it’s such a beautiful story of self discovery and acceptance.

The characters in this book were second to none; so many of them stand out to me, even if they didn’t have major roles in the story. Most of all clementine the dog. If nothing else in this review convinces you to read Emma’s books the fact that she always includes animals in the most beautiful ways should.

Her writing is so impactful and moving I’ve got so many quotes saved that I’ll have to share as soon as the book is out. The writing style is the perfect mix of clear and concise with a helping of whimsy. I loved reading it!

Magic is everywhere, but there’s a lot of it in this book.

A magical triumph, the fourth book in the Ethereal world, The Butterfly Witch is a beautifully written, nail biting, heart-stopping adventure through the magical world created by E L Williams. Whilst is it a standalone book, it draws in some of the characters from the other 3 books and adds some detail which lovers of the Ethereal world will enjoy. I was totally drawn into Gwen’s world and was hooked from page 1. The characters are believable and full of life and colour, you feel like you really know them.
Hard to put down, if I’d had the time, I would have read the book in one sitting. E L Williams’ imagination is remarkable, and the way she weaves the magical into the real world is seamless and totally believable. A stunning and beautiful representation of magic, I will never look at butterflies in the same way again. If you haven’t read the other 3 books, I highly recommend you do, I will be re-reading them very soon and hoping that a fifth book will be on its way in the near future!

𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘶𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘭𝘺 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘤𝘩 by E.L. Williams. 🦋 Spoiler-free.

I was lucky enough to ARC read 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘶𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘭𝘺 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘤𝘩, and I knew right away E.L. Williams had created something special. It’s beautiful, emotional, tense in all the right places, and full of heart. I laughed, I cried, I swore at certain moments, and I loved every second of it.

E.L. Williams has a way of writing that makes the world fall away. Her stories don’t just unfold around you they wrap around you. There were moments I could feel the sun warming my skin, taste the tang of salt in the air, hear the whispers of the breeze through the grass. I wasn’t just reading Gwen’s story; I was there, walking every step with her.

Gwen is such a beautifully layered character resilient yet vulnerable, strong yet achingly human. I felt everything alongside her. There’s something deeply moving about watching someone carry so much and still keep going. Her story is about survival, resilience, and finding connection when the world has tried to take everything from you. I felt her loneliness like it was my own, worried for her, hurt alongside her, and celebrated every flicker of hope she found.

And then there’s Walt. I don’t want to say too much, but the bond between him and Gwen is one of the most quietly powerful parts of the book. There’s a gentleness to it, a sense of safety and understanding that gave me goosebumps. Their connection felt like home. That’s the magic of E.L. Williams’ writing: her characters step off the page and leave footprints on your heart.

This is a story about survival, found family, and love that stretches across lifetimes. It’s full of beauty, grief, love, and hope. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘶𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘭𝘺 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘤𝘩 is the kind of story that lingers one of those rare books that makes you feel like you’ve lived it, not just read it

While 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘶𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘭𝘺 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘤𝘩 is a standalone novel, If you’ve read the other Ethereal World books, you’ll feel the familiar magic woven beneath the surface. And if you haven’t? I highly recommend picking them up.

(Spoiler-free)

Having devoured E.L. Williams' first two books, "The First Ethereal" and "The Blessing of Crows," I was excited for this one. And wow, did it deliver!

Lydia, the keeper of the Pont Nefoedd Library of Magical Texts, finds a book that could change everything. Just as she's celebrating this find, she's thrust into a wild chase for her life. Talk about a rollercoaster.

Then there's an ancient spell book that sends Lydia and her apprentice, Rose, back to 1841. They land smack in the middle of a Victorian witch community, which sounds like it could be fun until you learn that witch finders like Silas Thorne are out to get them. The stakes are high as Lydia tries to find a way back to 1960 and keep the Book of Prophecy safe, while Rose discovers that love can be timeless.

What I love about E.L. Williams’ writing is how she makes her worlds feel so real and alive. Her descriptions are vivid, and every scene is beautifully detailed without being overwhelming. I could almost smell the old books in Lydia's library and feel the tension in the air as they ran from danger.

The characters are where this book truly shines. Lydia and Rose felt like people I could know in real life. Their struggles, fears, and hopes were so relatable. Lydia’s determination and Rose’s journey kept me turning pages late into the night. I laughed, I cried, I gasped – it was all in there.

One of the themes that hit home for me was hope. Despite all the danger and uncertainty, there’s this underlying current of hope and resilience. Given my health issues, finding a book that leaves me feeling uplifted and hopeful is like finding hidden treasure.

If you haven’t read E.L. Williams’ other books, don’t worry. "The Magic Keepers" works perfectly as a standalone. But if you have read "The First Ethereal" and "The Blessing of Crows," you’ll appreciate the deeper understanding of the world.

Would I recommend this book? Absolutely! It’s a fantastic read for anyone who loves fantasy, time-travel, or just a well-told story with rich characters and emotional depth. E.L. Williams has outdone herself with this one, and I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next.

A wonderful standalone tale that brings to life the magical books and the struggle of the keepers to protect the ancient spells at all costs. Plenty of twists and turns and heart stopping moments makes this a thrilling read.

I got them as a Christmas present. They have been on my wish list ever since I met the author in Newbury and I’m so excited to finally read them!!!!

What a treat Magic Keepers is. This stand alone book in the Ethereal world delivers another twist in the story. Set in the 60s, it brings part of the history of the Libraries of Magical Books to life that feature in the duology - The First Ethereal and Blessing of Crows. The threat of the magic hunters involves this new cast of characters in a quest to safeguard the magic book that tells of the coming prophecy of the Ethereal being. This causes two of the protagonists to be propelled through time to the 1840s. Is the book safe? Can the two women find their way home before the magic hunters of that time find them? And how might their actions alter history and the future they hope to get back to? The tension grows and the culminating events keep the reader guessing right to the end. Can't wait for another in this brilliant series.

As I've come to expect from the Ethereal series, this is a wonderfully fantastical story with impossible-to-predict twists and turns. I loved the way the characters experienced the different time periods, and of course the danger they face in each time. Such a fun book to read, I just wish it didn't have to end!

Magical books, witch hunters and time travel are just three of this book's page turning themes. Having read The First Ethereal and The Blessing of Crows, I couldn't wait for the Magic Keepers and it didn't disappoint. E L Williams brings all the characters (human and animal) to life, manages to create a fantasy world where all seems believable while at the same time, beyond belief, and and, yet again, leaves us wanting more! Great read, highly recommended.

I adored the first two Ethereal books, and The Magic Keepers continues the trend of being books I can’t put down!

(Spoiler-free) 📚✨

I received an advanced copy of "The Magic Keepers" 📖😊 Having devoured E.L. Williams' first two books, "The First Ethereal" and "The Blessing of Crows," I was excited for this one. And wow, did it deliver! 🌟🙌

Lydia, the keeper of the Pont Nefoedd Library of Magical Texts, finds a book that could change everything. Just as she's celebrating this find, she's thrust into a wild chase for her life. Talk about a rollercoaster! 🎢😲

Then there's an ancient spell book that sends Lydia and her apprentice, Rose, back to 1841. They land smack in the middle of a Victorian witch community, which sounds like it could be fun until you learn that witch finders like Silas Thorne are out to get them. The stakes are high as Lydia tries to find a way back to 1960 and keep the Book of Prophecy safe, while Rose discovers that love can be timeless. 💞🕰️

What I love about E.L. Williams’ writing is how she makes her worlds feel so real and alive. Her descriptions are vivid, and every scene is beautifully detailed without being overwhelming. I could almost smell the old books in Lydia's library and feel the tension in the air as they ran from danger. 📚😌🔥

The characters are where this book truly shines. Lydia and Rose felt like people I could know in real life. Their struggles, fears, and hopes were so relatable. Lydia’s determination and Rose’s journey kept me turning pages late into the night. I laughed, I cried, I gasped – it was all in there. 😂😭😮

One of the themes that hit home for me was hope. Despite all the danger and uncertainty, there’s this underlying current of hope and resilience. Given my health issues, finding a book that leaves me feeling uplifted and hopeful is like finding hidden treasure. 🌟💖

If you haven’t read E.L. Williams’ other books, don’t worry. "The Magic Keepers" works perfectly as a standalone. But if you have read "The First Ethereal" and "The Blessing of Crows," you’ll appreciate the deeper understanding of the world. 🌍✨

Would I recommend this book? Absolutely! It’s a fantastic read for anyone who loves fantasy, time-travel, or just a well-told story with rich characters and emotional depth. E.L. Williams has outdone herself with this one, and I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next. 🎉📚

I was lucky to receive an advance copy of the magic keepers.
Every so often a book comes along that you just can put down, The Magic Keepers is THE book that you cannot put down.
It's fast paced, exciting and incredibly thrilling whilst still being incredibly detailed and informative giving you all the information you need to totally understand the magical world of Lydia, Rose, Dilys and the nefarious Silas.
I could honestly have read another 100 pages or more!
The characters are so well portrayed you feel as if you actually know them.
I love how the animals in all the books play as much of a part as the main character.
I loved the description of the places, Tenby, Cardiff and Aberystwyth, the smells and the sounds of summer, I felt as if I was actually there.
I enjoyed the love story unfolding on every page even in the chaos that surrounded them all. E. L Williams then brings everything together beautifully as the story concludes.
I can't wait for the next book.

I absolutely loved this book from start to finish... Lilly is a great character who i found was easy to relate and feel attached to. Storm is such a amazing character I was instantly super interested in her story and what she had/was going through throughout the story. The way this book relates to the state of the world in real life was eye opening and made the story feel really real. I loved the entire concept of this book. And I am so excited to start on the next one