DNF at 15%
It was so difficult to get into this book. I didn't enjoy the writing styles and I couldn't connect with the characters. I'm interested to see if Bass improves with future publications but this was just not it for me.

Witches have been all the rage in books lately, and for good reason. They're not always scary or dangerous, but much more like the witches in Bass's novel: zany, fun, and much more human than we imagine they would be. This is the story of 4 witch cousins, 3 of whom are forced to reunite after they are sent a letter from the 4th cousin informing them that she will be stealing one of their significant others and moving to New York City. Fun, right?

And fun it sure is. The magic and witchery only adds to the human nature of Bass's story and characters, which is exactly how I like my witch novels these days. Anyone can write a scary Halloween story, but attempting a "Practical Magic" style of book is much more difficult than it appears, and I'm happy to say that Bass succeeds.

Where do I start? I loved the creativity of this novel and the way the author built her world. Then, you have some really strong female characters that are super unique and fun to read. I enjoyed this book so much!

-This was just an okay book that really did not grasp my attention
-This felt like a great plot, but did not feel super executed
-I did not find this humorous or charming
-Just meh

Going into the book, I expected a fun, quirky, lighthearted book. The book lived up to those expectations, but nothing more than that. The pacing was very slow and there just wasn't much happening in the book. I listened to the audiobook while driving to work and that was doable. However, I think that if I physically had to pick up the book, it might have become a DNF.

I think what I mainly struggled with, was that the story was neither character-driven nor plot-driven. The story just felt... stuck. Aside from that, except for Milo and his partner, the characters weren't likeable at all.

However, A Letter to Three Witches did entertain me on my drives to work. The idea of the story is good, the execution just felt a bit lacking.

This book was so much fun to read, I really enjoyed reading about the 3 three sisters and the world they lived in and will definitely read more from Elizabeth Bass.

This is one of those books that I would kill to see a film adaptation of. It is just so brilliantly funny. In the beginning it was a little slow to start, but as it picked up I could not stop listening to it. It was absolutely hilarious. Something about me is I love like LOVE anything witchy so sometimes I am a bit of a harsh critic because I have read a lot on the subject, but this for me from start to finish was fun, imaginative, and so so funny. I definitely will be rereading every spooky season.

Funny, quick read, perfect light-hearted story for the Fall season. I enjoyed getting to know these characters and finding out their stories and all the connections. The forbidden witchcraft part really was interesting and forcing them to have to use it created some unpredictable results!

I really wanted to like this but it just wasn't for me. I felt it was a little slow and I didn't get to connect with any of the characters, except Milo as they were very interesting. That being said, just because it isn't for me does not mean that you wouldn't like it.

This was a cute magical romance that kept the pages turning quickly. Grounded in a family history mystery, the main characters all attempted to control their magical abilities while navigating potential upheaval in their lives. While the villain seemed a bit too villainous at times (particularly in the beginning), she was fleshed out a bit by the end. In general, the characters were likeable and well-rounded. It was easy to root for them the whole way through. I’d certainly look forward to reading another book about these characters (though I’d rather a different or more fleshed out villain).

This one had a nice premise and it was well written. Entertaining and got my attention right away. Very enjoyable.

Ummmmm……

I have mixed feelings about this one. On one hand, I enjoyed the fast pace and lighthearted tone of the story. However, on the other hand, I was never fully invested in anything that happened. Like to be honest, I’m not going to remember anything about this book in a year from now.

At the time, It was a fun, entertaining read with crazy shenanigans. But overall, it was pretty forgettable.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you NetGalley for letting me review this book.

This story revolves around a family of witches who are not allowed to use their magic due to a spell that went wrong over a hundred years ago. Gwen and her cousins Trudy and Milo have always made sure not to use their magic, though they may have used it for a few things while growing up, like getting out of the principal's office. One day her adoptive sister Tannith, sends them all letters saying she is moving to NYC, AND that she has bewitched one of their partners to leave with her. The cousins all worry who it could be, and with emotions on the rise, magic is in the air. Cupcakes make people have the emotions of the person who made them, people are disappearing, and the cousins have to put a stop to it, or be found out by the Watchers who make sure their family keeps their magic under wraps.

This is a cute and cozy novel, about a chaotic family, and their partners, who may or may not end up being right for them. While I thought it had a slow start, once the magic started, I had a great time with Gwen, Trudy, and Milo. There is also a talking cat, which is a bonus. While there is a romantic subplot, this is more about a family of witches coming into their power again. It is clean, and has the feel of a cozy mystery without the murder.

I was surprised how much I enjoyed this one. It was funny, light-hearted, and interesting. At times, I wish it had more depth. It was definitely more of one of those feel-good books to read which I love!

Getting ready for the spooky, witchy season, I decided to pick this book up.
When I say I ate that book up like there was no tomorrow.
I was teetering dangerously on the edge of a nasty slump. I mean starting 10 books and leaving them kind of nasty, and this book was my savior.

I mean, seriously, what's there not to like?

✨A fun, easy, light-hearted read that made me laugh out loud.

✨WitchBook, Cackle and BrewTube. Any guesses as to what those could be?

✨Cupcakes, cupcakes, and more cupcakes. It was cupcake heaven. All flavors. Will surely leave you craving some.

✨I've always found familiars to be extremely interesting. And it always caught me off guard whenever they're in a book.
If only I could communicate with my pets the way witches do.

✨The relationship between the cousins was such a delight.

Dislikes:

✨Daniel could literally kill you with boredom. It's either that or drive you crazy with his accusations. I get him being distrustful, but he was still boring, and maybe controlling? There wasn't that much of a glimpse on him.

Thank you @netgalley & @kensingtonbooks for this ARC in exchange for an honest review💕

The premise for this book was very flimsy. A witch writes a threatening letter to her “cousins” saying she is leaving for NYC and will leave with one of their significant others. The witches are all paranoid about their relationships which says to me that the relationships are not solid. They all start acting strange and their relationships start to crumble. There’s a curse on this family of witches that says they can’t practice anymore but their magic is seeping out. If they are caught, they’ll be eliminated by the witches council. There’s an eccentric aunt that knows a lot more than she has shared over the years. There are plenty of hijinx and a new love interest/stalker but this is not the lighthearted fun that was promised in the description. The characters are shallow, rude and irrational and it’s just not a compelling story. I forced myself to finish this but can’t say that I enjoyed it much. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me an ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

This one is such a quick, light read and throughly entertaining!
There are alot of dangerous scenarios for our characters to overcome, also plot holes in this book, but things that you can easily over miss if you are looking for that funny fast read.
The great great grandfather is aslo a treasure in this book, and one of the better characters. Bewitched meets Practical Magic in this sparkling and quirky rom-com with an enchanted twist. When romance problems cause their powers to go berserk, a trio of witches whose family was banned from practicing magic risk getting in serious trouble with the Grand Council. Can they get their magic—and their love lives—in order before it’s too late?

Ready to be enchanted? Elizabeth Bass' magical rom-com, A Letter to Three Witches, delivers on sparkling characters, compelling spells-gone-wrong, and pure witchy fun.

Taking place in the fictional New England town of Zenobia, our story introduces us to three witches (and one warlock) within the same cursed family. Years ago, Gwen's family might have maybe caused the Dust Bowl. In retaliation, the Grand Council of Witches carefully monitors all descendants, forbidding them from practicing the craft. Yet when Gwen's adoptive-sister Tannith decides to push and prod her cousins into action, all their family's carefully guarded secrets begin to unravel.

If you love family-centric stories (and movies) like Practical Magic and Charmed, you'll enjoy A Letter to Three Witches. While the pace is occasionally slow-going, the quirky characters and steady buildup of tension pay off before the end. Favorite aspects of mine include Trudy's cupcake fiascos, awkward encounters with Jeremy the grad student, and Griz the familiar cat. Unlike stories where magic seems to fix everything in a jiff, it only causes trouble for the cousins here, similar to Practical Magic. Although each character deals with real consequences for their actions, it's never too severe and almost always with a comedic bent.

While A Letter to Three Witches lacks gravitas, it's also an enjoyable light read, perfect for a fall evening under a cozy blanket with a cup of hot chocolate.

Full review to be posted soonish.

I would like to thank the publisher and netgalley for providing me a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fun read! Gwen and her cousins are interesting characters with a decent amount of complexity to them, and the general tone of the book was frothy and light. If you enjoy romances with a side of light magic, this is the book for you!