Iris Collins comes from a family of psychic vampires, but she doesn't have the special abilities that make them so successful. And honestly, all she wants is to be able to make ends meet and to find success with her jewelry-making business. Unfortunately, she's about to be evicted by her roommates because she's way behind on the rent. Just as she's wishing for a change in her fortunes, she learns that her recently deceased Great-Aunt Gertie has left Iris her house in St. Claire, along with a little extra money that helps her resolve her current situation, and she decides to move to St. Claire, spruce up the house, and turn it into a boardinghouse.

Eli Reese, a hawk shapeshifter, has temporarily relocated to St. Claire to help his Gamma pack up and sell her house, but when he sees Iris Collins across the street one day, he can't help but stay a little longer. After all, Iris was the only one to stand up to his childhood bullies, and he's never forgotten her. So when he bumps into her in a local cafe and she mistakenly takes him for an applicant to room in the big purple house, he goes along with it and ends up moving in with her and her growing crowd of misfits.

Since this is the fourth book in the Fix-It Witches series (and we get cameos from Danica, Clem, and some of the others from the previous books), I expected a straight-up witchy romance. What I got was more of a blend between romance and cozy fantasy with a heaping helping of found family. And I ain't even mad.

Iris and Eli are both very tentative characters at the start, almost feeling like outcasts, but their kind hearts help them meet and welcome new people into their household, creating a safe space for people of all ages. It takes them both some time to learn to trust one another and to reveal some of their secrets (which, of course, will cause some misunderstandings and drama down the road). Their housemates are an utter delight, from the cantankerous older handyman to the older teen cast out of their own family who can't understand their gender. It's honestly the modern intergenerational Golden Girls-esque group housing situation I wish I had.

I enjoyed seeing a different side of the supernatural beings in Aguirre's Fix-It Witches universe, though the resolution of the housing crisis and the supernatural revelations connected to it seemed a little too convenient. Not that I wasn't cheering them on, mind you, but it did make for an easy fix.

This is definitely a romance for the Legends and Lattes lovers who want cozy found family stories with comparatively low stakes. 4 stars.

Thank you, Sourcebooks Casablanca and NetGalley, for providing an eARC of this book. Opinions expressed here are solely my own.

good romance about finding found family's and learning about a gift. I loved that she loved to help others and ended up fixing her house and loved the romance.

The Only Purple House in Town by Ann Aguirre is a heartwarming and quirky romance that explores the joys and challenges of finding one's place in the world. Iris Collins, the self-proclaimed "chaos bunny" of her successful family, unexpectedly inherits a house from her great aunt and turns it into a unique B&B, filling it with an eccentric group of boarders, including Eli Reese, her childhood crush. As Eli becomes enchanted by the misfit characters in the house, he also finds himself drawn to Iris. Aguirre's writing is delightful and filled with humor, and her characters are relatable and endearing. The novel is a heartwarming tale of self-discovery, unexpected connections, and the power of finding home in the most unlikely of places. Fans of quirky romances with a touch of whimsy will thoroughly enjoy this charming read.

this was a great magical element going on, it worked well overall and it had what I was looking for from the description. It does everything that I enjoyed from Ann Aguirre and I always enjoyed the way she creates a magical world. The characters were what I was expecting and it worked overall.

I really enjoyed this story from start to finish. A great group of characters who becomes found family. Beautiful, fun and sweet with the central theme of loving all for their uniqueness.

It was a fun little cozy read. Something you could totally read in a weekend. I liked it.

Nothing too wild, I did like the incorporation of different magical beings. Also enjoyed the found family aspect and that it wasn't just within the same age range, a bit of a multi generational effect. Offers a bit of romance.

Some parts of the book were a little confusing but it may have been that I read it on my phone but the changes from one character's perspective to the other wasn't as clear as I would've liked.

Iris Collins had reached a cross-roads – on the worst day of her life – nearly out of money and a place to live, and scorned by her family for not living up to the successes of her sisters, she finds out that she’s inherited a house from her great aunt in a distant town. On impulse, she decides to check it out, and finds that it is…ta da… the only purple house in town. Despite its dilapidated state, Iris soldiers on and recruits a growing crew of very diverse folks who become a sort of ‘found family’ to replace the one that repudiated her, and all of whom have skills to contribute to the house rehab. From a grumpy older man with heart of gold (and mad carpentry skills), to a non-binary teen comic writer whose family was oppressing her, to a young man named Eli who is not only a secret coding entrepreneur, but a red-tailed hawk shifter (and others)… Iris has a lot on her hands, but is finding joy day after day despite the challenges. And when a major reveal shows that she has magical abilities (maybe not like her sisters, but far beyond their talents), runs up against her increasing love for Eli, a major stumbling block appears in their relationship. Can it be overcome? Can true love (and true family, both blood and found) prevail? The HEA is pretty much built into the premise, but how everyone gets there is the fun of this fast and enjoyable read. Highly recommended! I received an ARC from Netgalley but this did not influence my candid review.

I absolutely loved this book! From the gorgeous cover to the story and all the wonderful characters. Iris is a sweetheart and all the people she gathered around her were unique and interesting. The romance was sweet too. This is a heart-warming story and I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves stories with found family.

i read this i loved the mystery of it and the characters, but it got slow in the end. Thank you for letting me read this!

This was absolutely delightful. The plot was well-paced and captivating from start to finish. The characters were charming and witty. I highly recommend this fun and quick read! Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the advanced copy of the book.

It was quirky, cute, unique and I loved the dash of the paranormal. It was cute and fun and I liked our cast of characters. All that aside, it was a bit boring at moments.

I really enjoyed the concept of fantasy and romacne. I thought the book did a fantastic job representing both equally. It truly hit me right in the feels at time and I love when books grab pieces of my soul and put them together. This was an easy read and felt smooth throughout. I enjoyed this and will be recommending to others.

This book was an adorable read!
I did not know it was a part of a series, but was totally fine as a stand alone!
If you are a fan of the paranormal you will probably enjoy this!
Iris is so quirky and unique, I love that her character is totally relatable.
It was a good heartwarming story that is about finding yourself and truly finding a place that you belong! It for sure is a great story for anyone who may feel like they are an outsider, it is really wholesome story about acceptance and love!

This was the first book I've read from this author and while the writing itself was fine, the characters and plot felt a little bland to me. While there's nothing wrong with this book overall, I just wanted more than what I got when reading this, which left me feeling slightly dissapointed.

Thanks to NetGalley and Sourcebooks for the opportune ty o read The Only Purple House in Town by Ann Aguirre. If you love stories about "found families," especially if they're eccentric and adorable, this is a book for you. Loved it!

A little "House on the Cerulean Sea", A little "Practical Magic", and a whole lot of found family.

The cast of characters truly makes this novel shine. Each roommate is uniquely endearing in their way with varied enough personalities to feel distinct. There is a clear sense of magic in the air as every new person slots into place. Together they're building a better house, building a better home.
Truthfully the romance is where there is a slight stumble in my appreciation. The 3rd act breakup didn't feel convincing enough to me, but I appreciated that this didn't stop the secondary characters from interacting with the leads on the page.

Don't we all wish we lived in a whimsical purple house, where every roommate chips in? I certainly do.
A quick and entertaining read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with this ARC. This review contains my honest thoughts and opinions.

The Only Purple House in Town by Ann Aguirre is a heartwarming and magical story about finding oneself and a place to belong. The novel follows the journey of Iris Collins, the "chaos bunny" of her family who inherits a house from her great aunt, which she tries to turn into a bed and breakfast. However, things don't go as planned, and she ends up renting rooms to a group of lost souls, including some who aren't quite human.

Enter Eli Reese, a successful app designer who has never quite found a real community or people who understand him. When he reconnects with Iris, his childhood crush, he ends up renting one of her B&B rooms and becomes enchanted by the misfit boarders staying in the house.

The characters in The Only Purple House in Town are richly drawn, and their quirks and flaws make them all the more endearing. Aguirre's writing is whimsical and charming, and the magical elements of the story add an extra layer of enchantment.

Overall, The Only Purple House in Town is a delightful read that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. It's a story about love, acceptance, and finding one's place in the world, and it's sure to resonate with anyone who has ever felt like a misfit or outsider.

Ahh I didn’t realize that this was related to the fix-it series! What a surprise when I started to read this book! This book gives off fall vibes so I was excited to read it! I enjoyed reading this under a nice warm blanket with a cup of hot tea next to me. 5/5 cozy vibes. Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an ARC!

This was adorable & such a cozy read!
My favorite part of this book was the found family. Found family is one of my personal favourites and it's super well done here. I loved seeing everyone come together and be a family of misfits.
The romance is sweet and heartwarming but not the main focus of the story. Iris was a lot of fun to read about. She's funny but endearing which makes her relatable.
I also loved that this was a spin-off of the Fix-It Witches series. I've missed that world and it was nice to step back into it.
The cover here is so cute and captures the story perfectly.

This is book 4 in the Fix-it Witches series. A definite stand alone, I didn't realize it was part of a series till I started writing my review. I will be finding the previous 3 very quickly. Fans of the paranormal will enjoy it with Shifters, Fae and vampires making appearances. Iris inherits her great aunt's home and decides to turn it into a boarding home. She meets Eli, a hawk shifter, and he's her first roomer. As more join the "family" the woman next door tries to get them evicted. I love this book. I can't believe I haven't read any of Ann Aguirre's previous works. Hope there are more added to the series.
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