Thank you to NetGalley and Alcove Press for providing the ARC.

As someone who is obsessed with Practical Magic, I was very excited to read this book. And I feel like it really captures the essence of what makes that book/movie so beloved. I loved the close knit family vibe. I loved the weird fits and starts to Sadie's magic when her emotions got high. I love how Sadie was able to instill a little bit of magic in every aspect of her life.

I didn't, however, enjoy the trajectory of the story. The ending had me feeling very meh because while I understand why the author took it in the the direction she did, it felt very bittersweet and not quite the hopeful moment she might have been trying to achieve. The romance aspect felt both too convoluted and messy while also being resolved too simply. I wanted a bit more development overall for it to be a great book for me.

That being said - I enjoyed it. I cried a bit at the end. And I think people who enjoy witchy things will.probably end up loving this book.