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Definitely a comfort reading! Ignore the "my embarrasing" in the my guilty pleasures; that embarrasing is for Crave, lmao.
Magic by Julianna Hatfield. I grew up in the 80s which means I have a deep love for the movie Xanadu, roller skates and all. Olivia Newton-John’s version of this song is one of my all-time faves, but I love this cover so much, and think it would be perfect for the very end of The Ex Hex. Overall: Baby witches and hairy Bowen were the best supporting characters I’d like to give high give! A pitch-perfect paranormal romantic comedy … The Ex Hexseamlessly blends fantasy and romance, with a strong sense of world-building and magical rules that guide Vivienne and Rhys’s attempts to course-correct from the ‘accidental’ curse, and an equally evident sense of attraction between these two witches. A bit of unexpected magic, a dose of revenge and a sprinkling of steaminess churn together in a humorous and heartfelt paranormal romance, sure to delight fans of Hocus Pocusand Practical Magic—or any contemporary tale of witches run amok. Shelf Awareness The American author Rachel Hawkins is also fast becoming known for writing under her pen-name of Erin Sterling. This has allowed her to become a hugely successful and influential within a whole new literary market, producing work for more readers around the world. A bestselling novelist, Hawkins was previously largely known for her mystery and Young Adult novels that a number of readers could easily relate to. Producing multiple books, she’s really managed to resonate with readers both young and old, reaching a worldwide audience that continues to grow. Filled with delightful witchiness and humor, this playful romantic comedy from Sterling explores second chances and self-discovery. … Comedic chaos rules the day, with plenty of laughs overlaying just a touch of introspection as the exes realize how much they still mean to each other. The result is a fluffy Halloween treat.”— Publishers Weeklythis was exactly what i needed rn: a witchy rom com set in a small town, featuring a curse gone awry, a talking cat, and a charming welsh man. I really hope the author writes more books about this town and these characters because I love them so much. New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hawkins, writing as Erin Sterling, casts a spell with a spine-tingling romance full of wishes, witches, and hexes gone wrong.
I can’t think of anything objectionable about THE EX HEX; I just didn’t vibe with the ship. I didn’t feel excited about their relationship progression. I’m sure other readers can answer the question of “why are Rhys and Vivi a good couple together?” — but I can’t! I never got emotionally invested in the “we accidentally corrupted the ley lines with bad magic” storyline. Ambivalence about a HEA is not a good sign!
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With a lot more to come in the future as well, she definitely will not be finishing any time soon, as her writing career builds from strength-to-strength. But, I wished I had known more of Rhys' bethrodal or whatever it was. Why his father wanted to force him to that? Why Simon (Rhys' father) never mentioned it again? Who was that girl who Rhys was supposed to marry with? I kinda wanted to know that, but well. The small town setting. Someone mentioned on social media that this is like a magical Gilmore Girls, and I 100% agree! Graves Glen is basically Stars Hollow. This small town setting is incredibly charming and cozy that you'll want to curl up on the couch with some hot chocolate and a fuzzy blanket while diving into this adorable rom-com.
A small-town witch is forced to make magic with the man who broke her heart when his return sets a series of supernatural disasters in motion. I have another book set in Graves Glen coming out in 2022, so we’re not done with the Joneses and the Penhallows yet! This one follows two characters you meet in The Ex Hex, two people who have nothing in common, and definitely do not want to fall in love with one another at all, but…. 😉 Last but not least, do you have any book recommendations for our readers? Self-deprecating and witty Rhys is a positively dreamy hero and a perfect match for reluctant witch Vivi. The quaint town and quirky cast of characters give The Ex Hexa “Stars Hollow” vibe, making this a must-read autumnal treat! Washington Independent Review of BooksShe would later go on to write her first novel as Erin Sterling in 2021, which would be titled ‘The Ex Hex’ with it being an entirely stand-alone novel. This book would be a romance novel aimed at adults, with some fun wit and humor featuring along the way as well. Getting a lot of critical acclaim for her work, Hawkins continues to write and maintain a presence both online and off, with a lot more to come in the future still. If you like seasonal fall reads but don’t want to jump full into horror, this is the perfect October book for you.… It promises Hocus Pocus vibes, but with a lot more heat. So curl up with a pumpkin spice latte and The Ex Hex for a perfect autumnal reading experience. Bookriot
Born in Virginia and raised in Alabama, Rachel Hawkins would grow up with a love of English and the written word in particular. This interest of hers would develop for throughout much of her life, as she would come to create the style she’s largely known for today. Finding inspiration in the the writing of others, as well as from the world around her, she would use it to establish her own voice and tone. Over time this has seen her become a wholly singular and unique author, inhabiting a space and niche that’s very much her own.As the curse starts to affect the magic of the town, resulting in murderous wind-up toys, an outraged ghost, and a surprisingly talkative cat, Vivi and Rhys must put their personal feelings aside and work together to break the curse and save not just the town, but also Rhys's life.
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