Oh man I wanted to love this one. It was cute. The premise was fun. And I LOVE when there are animal characters in stories. They are always so feisty and fun! But this book, which I had to restart like three times, just did not hold my interest. I love me a good witchy story so I am a bit disappointed. The narration in the audio was great though!

Thank you so much to Netgalley, Dreamscape Media, Kensington Books, and the author for the ARC and ALC in exchange for an honest review.

This was a cute, quick story. It was a great read if your not looking for something too deep. There were a few plot holes that kept it from 4 stars but it was a good story overall.

From the blurb: 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?

This was ridiculous but also kinda fun. I listened to the audiobook, and it was well done.

Funny, imaginative and bewitching. This witchy mystery was a joy to listen to. The details were perfect and made the story so interesting.

I enjoyed this book, its funny and quick to read however its fairly middle of the road. . Nothing was bad it just did not get me super involved. What did I like: It had some interesting twists and turns that I didn't see coming and the antics of the characters were quite funny. On the downside, I just was not as invested in any of the characters, and a lot where very cartoonish. If you have access to it its a fun read if you like a little bit of witchcraft, but i would not put it to the top of my TBR pile

It was okay. I think the alternating chapters between the main character and her cat could have been done better? It was disorientating at times.

This book was a fun, quick read. It kept me engaged throughout. I thought the pacing was good and the characters were interesting.

The story follows three cousins who’s family was banned from using witchcraft for 150 years. But as soon as their adoptive cousin writes them all an ominous letter notifying them that she is leaving and has charmed one of their lovers into leaving with her, things start to go wrong very quickly… because why wouldn’t they. Accidental magic start occurring; because, of course stress will do that to you. The humour is well timed and who doesn’t like a talking black cat! We’ve got both Sabrina the Teenage Witch (the 90s version) and Bewitched vibes. If you enjoyed either of those, then you will also enjoy this book.

There’s going to be a sequel, right? I will definitely read it.

The narrator for the audiobook was clear and had a good delivery.

This is the first, but hopefully not the last, audiobook advance reader copy that I’ve been approved for by NetGalley. It was an enjoyable way to pass the drive from New England to Northern Virginia, but it had its flaws.

My first complaint with the book is that it was so much more about the antics of the three close cousins than about the eponymous letter from their other cousin Tannith. Threat of spell or not, the three cousins all had plenty of reason to be concerned about their partners. The primary plot antics sprouted from the addition of a bunny rabbit to one of the cousins’ households, which was completely unrelated to the letter. The letter and its threat of bewitchment was a really weak plot device to keep Tannith and her cat Griz in the story. And those two felt unnecessary to the story until the end. But even the ending could have been done just slightly differently and still have been a romantic comedy happily ever after ending.

My second complaint with the book is that Tannith and her cat were so peripheral to the story that it could have been a stronger story without them. If the author kept the focus on the three close cousins, she really could have developed some curiosity and tension. By keeping Tannith in the mix with the random cat chapters and then dropping her in deus ex machina style at the end, there were just too many characters to keep track of and not enough time spent with any one character.

My third complaint with the book is that the chapters from the cat’s point of view seemed to put too much effort into sounding like a cat’s point of view. I started to cringe in anticipation any time the point of view changed back to the cat. And these chapters primarily served as character development of Tannith and her cat, who I believe were completely unnecessary to the book. They didn’t seem to move the plot forward in any appreciable manner.

My last complaint with the book was that it felt like it was written just to set up a sequel. The happily ever after ending was rushed, messy, and pretty much out of left field. The problem of the extra bunny rabbit was resolved, but so many loose ends were left hanging. And the ending had a very Back to the Future feel, instead of an original and creative one.

Overall, I did enjoy the cousins’ antics; I just wish that those were the sole focus of the novel. Unfortunately, because the author tried to do so much, I never had the opportunity to get invested in the three cousins, their town, and the witchy world constructed around them.

I received this book as a digital advance reader copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest opinion.

I recommend reading A Letter to Three Witches if you’re looking for something quick, light, and full of quirkiness. Gwen and her cousins, Trudy and Milo, all receive the same letter from Tannith, Gwen’s adopted sister. In the letter, Tannith tells them that she has bewitched one of their partners and plans to run away with him at the end of the week. So begins their paranoia. Because their ancestor set forth a destructive spell almost a century ago, they are banned from doing magic themselves. Their paranoia and wired nerves make their uncontrolled magic go a little haywire and they must find a way to fix it before the Council finds out.

It’s a perfect book if you’re looking to escape. I really enjoyed the humor and laugh out loud moments. I would suggest reading it during the month of October, especially if you’re a mood reader. Either way add it to your list! Already available!

Many thanks to @netgalley and @dreamscape_media for this ALC!

A Letter to Three Witches by Elizabeth Bass
Narrated by Emily Durante & Nick Mondelli
Publisher: Dreamscape Media
Published: February 1, 2022
Genre: Romance, Sci Fi & Fantasy

A Letter to Three Witches by Elizabeth Bass is a fun read. The author takes the reader on quite an adventure, with fun twists and turns. You never know what to expect!

In the beginning, I thought the story moved a little slowly for me. I almost wondered if there had been a previous book because I felt like I was missing something. Once I got into the meat of the story, I found it to fun, kooky, and definitely funny! I think the cupcakes were my favorite part!

The narration by Emily Durante & Nick Mondelli was enjoyable. They brought some depth to the characters and story line.

If you're looking for a fun read, check this one out!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Ninety-some years ago, Gwen Engel’s great-great-grandfather cast a spell that cause the Dust Bowl, and as a result, all of his descendants have been forbidden to practice magic for 150 years. The Grand Council of Witches has even plant Watchers in their community to look out for any spellcasting from those banned. Then Gwen and her cousins, Trudy and Milo, each receive a letter from Gwen’s adoptive sister, Tannith, stating that she plans to run away with one of their husband/boyfriends to New York at the end of the week. As each worry about their relationships with their out-of-town beaux, Gwen worries that grad student Jeremy may be a Watcher. The stress has Trudy accidentally infusing her cupcakes with magic, and things continue to grow out of control for the cousins. The three need to learn to harness their powers to get the situation under control.

This is a lighthearted comedic novel that had me laughing out loud while the rest of the house was sleeping – oops! It was unfortunately a little slow at times, but for the most part, it kept me entertained. Emily Durante and Nick Mondelli did an excellent job with the audiobook format of this book. I would have loved to see more scenes from Griz! I recommend this book to people looking for a fluffy witchy read.

Overall, this was a solid 3.5 star read.

Many thanks to NetGalley for providing me an audio ARC of this book.

I absolutely loved this book! So many rom-com novels follow the same recipe these days and it has become just plain boring to me. This story was a new, fresh idea and was executed flawlessly. I also appreciate how A Letter To Three Witches was a ”spice free” read without sacrificing the chemistry between the two characters with the burgeoning romance. Above all else, I had no idea what an enjoyable ride this book would be and I particularly loved the witty dialogue & hilarious hijinks our three witches got up to.

I unfortunately found this book really predictable and without a lot of substance. I was really looking forward to this one too.

I really enjoyed this lighthearted, witchy read! I enjoyed all of the characters, especially the uniqueness of the cat’s point of view. Can I join the cupcake coven? Cocktails, cupcakes, & witchcraft really is the perfect combination. I also enjoyed the element of a mystery within the plot as we try to uncover Tannith’s plans. Overall a very fun read and a great book to listen to on audio.

Thank you to Dreamscape Media & NetGalley for allowing me to review this audiobook!

I was given an early audiobook in exchange for an honest review. This was not on my radar as a book that was in my usual go to genre. I picked it up the cover and title grabbed my interest. Then reading the description, I was all in. This book was humorous all the way through. Gwenith’s great-great-great grandfather had a mishap while performing witchcraft caused unassuming families heartache and grief(better known as the dust bowl). As a result his family was banned from performing any witchcraft for like 150 years. Throughout this time spies have been appointed by the council to assure there isn’t any witchcraft of any kind. Gwen receives an unnerving letter sent to her and her cousins, brother and sister Milo an Trudy. They all have significant others. Gwen’s adopted sister Tannith (who knew them all) she planned to take one of their guys and go to marry in NYC. The bumbling witches try to save this from happening and make a mess of it all. This spins one way then spins back. Safeto say they have made a knot of trouble.i loved the fun these witches made for themselves. I would definitely recommend this book for anyone looking for something off the beaten rode. It’s fun to take a different direction. Sometimes. Thanks to #NetGalley, #ElizabethBass #LetterToThreeWitches.

I enjoyed this book quite a lot; it is a nice mix of Bewitched, Practical Magic, and Sabrina (the 90s version).

Bass's writing reminded me so much of Samantha from Bewitched; just in Gwen's inner narration, it felt like stepping back into watching the show with my mother as a child. Which was fun.

I wouldn't be surprised if this was originally Practical Magic fanfiction because, especially in the first half, the beats are closely matched. Like a song done in a different key, different but the same. By the ending, it is entirely different. This was disappointing in some ways, as I found the conclusion to be less meaningful than I found the end of Practical Magic.

I also have mixed feelings about Bass's calling the magical community depicted Wicca. As Wicca is a religion and not the act of witchcraft. Also because the Three-fold Law or Wiccan Rede does not seem to be a cornerstone of their society. Especially with what is going down with the edict and the "repercussions" for breaking the edict.
Was harm done by their ancestor? Yes.
Does that make the things done by the council just? No. (Gods, I have thoughts on those things)
And that's without considering the fact that this is very much a "Sins of the Father" situation to the point it is directly stated in the text by the characters. The history of that phrase is inherently biblical from both my personal knowledge and subsequent research. Also, it just doesn't jive with the core tenants of Wicca.

While I'm not sure, I can recommend this based on that. However, it was a fun rom-com that made me laugh and hit the right spots to fill that hole that those nostalgic pieces of media left.

I am simple, if a book or show is compared to practical magic I’m all in. This was a fun and quirky read that definitely gave me practical magic as well as 90’s Sabrina the teenage witch in the best way possible. I thought the magic system in the book as well as showcasing the witch hierarchy was really interesting to see. At the core this is a book about family and love and I think it completely delivered that.

**I received an advanced listening copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**

What could one letter from a not much loved cousin do to a family? In this story, quite a lot! Gwen and her cousins have a few days to track down exactly what will happen to one of their significant others, without using magic. But, of course, magic does come into play, creating situations of stress, humor, and ultimately, big discoveries.

This is perfect for those looking for a light read filled with magic and witches. There is humor thrown into the narrative, and quite honestly some of the situations the group gets into are a bit embarrassing. It was great fun to listen to, and I greatly appreciated the dual narrations that included the perspective of the story from two of the main characters. A fine, breezy read.

Shap clean writing with loveable characters. I thoroughly enjoyed every second of this story. The plot was well thought out, and the descriptions were hilarious in places. I laughed out loud many times, and occasionally rooted against Tannen, who is a big troublemaker. I will also be forever searching out strawberry cream cupcakes a bit of enchantment.

I only have one concern, some references might not make sense to younger readers who weren't alive to know them. i.e. Helen Reddy and a few others sprinkled around.
Otherwise, love this book.

Though this had a bit of a slow start -- the villain was a little too opaque to be interesting at the beginning -- this ended up being an absolute delight of a listen. There was plenty of humor and warmth and sheer likability with the characters, making it a joy to get to know them as they had to deal with realizing how much stress they were feeling even before they receive the dreaded letter. Both narrators did a fine job, creating distinct personalities and perspectives so that the listener was never confused (even beyond the gender difference)