This book definitely gave me all the happy feelings that I didn't know I needed. I found myself losing sleep so I can keep reading it and I am no upset about it one bit.
It definitely gives 13 Going on 30 meets Practical Magic vibes, let me explain how.
Our FMC Gemma just got dumped, and she leans on the support of her older sister, spiritual but fun aunt and her best friend Drax, to help her through it. While having some margaritas, they decide to perform a love spell to make it so that she never met her ex to begin with, but little did they all know that the silly spell was going to work!
The elements of magic in this book were subtle but prominent at the same time. Fate and manifestation truly played a big part. Oh and Gemma's aunt is my favorite character. She definitely knows things, but allowed events to run their course so that our MCs could resolve the conflict on their own. Dax, our MMC, is such a gentleman!
All I can say is that this book was filled with all the parks that come with a whimsical, magical, RomCom. Along with added bonuses like, Friends-to-lovers, second chance romance, and some toe-curling spice!
I couldn't put it down and after finishing it, I found myself wanting to reread it all over again.

This was an interesting read, with a unique premise, great characters, and good plot!

I received an e-ARC from the publisher.

This was ✨magical✨ and I loved it. Time travel romances can be tough but Kate Robb got it right with this one. Loved it!

Well, well, well. Did I end up having a great time with this book! For me this book flexes between a 3.75 and 4 so I am rounding up to 4! Why do I like this book? WELL, I am a Sliding Doors girl so anything that lives in the realm is a joy to me and I actually did not know that is what I would be getting with this book - I thought we were going to be following more of the Ex Hex vibes so I was pleasantly surprised. The chemistry and core relationship between Gemma and Dax is what you hope for and the relationships Gemma has with her sister is also one I was happy to see. Where did this book fall short? There was a bit of repetition in Gemma expressing her concerns on why a certain relationship work, like girl, we get it. I also felt that the potentially magical aunt could have been touched on a bit more to make that side of the story feel more flushed out instead of just a vehicle for the plot to move forward.

All in all, I had fun! I am intrigued to read more of Kate's work. If you're looking for super witchy vibes, this is not the book for you!!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for a digital ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review,

It took me a while to get into this book but once I did, it was hard to put it down. I loved the witchy romance of this book and it would be perfect to pick up again during Halloween/fall to see if it gets better during that time of year. Although it took me about 5 sit downs to actually get started with this book, it was worth the read.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for the copy.
Such a fun read! A magical rom-com.
Gemma is heartbroken after her boyfriend of 4 years breaks up with her. In a fun attempt to make it all better her aunt, sister and her complete a spell in jest from an antique book from her aunts bookstore. The next morning Gemma wakes up in the sheets of a stranger and is confused at what is happening. Her ex doesn't exist, she has her dream beauty store, and her best friend Dax doesn't know who she is.
A delightful and fun read.

I literally cannot get enough of whimsical romances that have elements of magic. What a fun book. The characters were well fleshed out and the plot was so much fun to read.

I am very excited to be reading this book! My full review to follow.
Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I absolutely loved this story, it was fun and cute and exactly what I needed when I was looking for a romance. This was my first Kate Robb book but it will not be the last since this story really was what I needed.

Thank you Random House Publishing, Kate Robb, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

Gemma may be one of my favorite characters I’ve ever read about. She is quirky, struggles making decisions, and has a million dreams; she kind of reminds me of myself. Gemma and her long term boyfriend break up and she thinks she wants him back, but what she comes to realize is she wants something entirely different in her life. After a drunken night with her aunt and sister and a spell book, Gemma’s entire life changes before her eyes, literally.

I really loved this book, it was everything I wanted it to be before I knew I wanted it. I loved the characters, the differences and similarities between “dimensions” and how excited I was to turn the page. I would be more than happy to read another Kate Robb book and I sure loved this one!

i would have wished for some of the characters to be devloped a little more but this is a cute witchy romance that's easy to recommned

When a Spell to forget her ex actually works, Gemma is thrown into a world where she never dated him. Her new universe is a little wrong & a little amazing.
I really enjoyed Gemma and her family. The storyline was fun & I liked Dax & Gemmas relationship & banter. I did not like the theory that opposite genders who are heterosexual cannot be friends. I did like the themes of family, dreams, and friendships being priority in life.
There is a little spice to the story for the readers who want that in their romance / romcom reads.

OMG this book was absolutely the cutest‼️ I love a good friends to lovers trope and the author had me sold from the first chapter. It kind of reminds me of a movie I’ve seen before. Woman makes a wish/casts a spell that goes wrong and wakes up in an alternate reality but remembers nothing from that time period. I really loved the direction the author went with it.

Gemma and Dax were perfect together even as friends. But you could always tell there could’ve been something more between them especially with how Dax was about her. Before Gemma casted the spell on her ex, Dax had been in love with her from afar just playing his role as the guy bestfriend. Anytime Gemma went through a heartbreak with another guy he was there to listen and pick up the pieces.

It took Gemma being transported through time and losing everything she had been accustomed to in her “world.” To truly see the beauty and opportunities she already had right in front of her, Dax. In the alternate timeline I loved that Gemma basically had to win Dax’s heart and a true kiss to seal the deal and get back to the correct timeline. All the things she never saw in him became the things she loved most and swooned over.

The character development was so so. Gemma was a likeable yet unlikeable character with an apparent drinking problem that got her into trouble on occasion. Waking up in a strangers bed after a night out drinking was so reckless but a norm for Gemma. I loved Dax’s character a lot he was perfect and definitely a charmer‼️

Overall, the book was great with a unique premise that was perfectly executed. If you love the friends-to-lovers trope or books with a hint of magic you’ll definitely enjoy reading this. Special thanks to the author & @thedialpress for my gifted copy‼️

As a child, I was always worried about saying things in haste that might have long lasting consequences. The protagonist of this romance did not have the same experience and when she casually wishes she had never met the man who broke her heart, her aunt takes her serious and helps her cast a spell that makes that a reality. Gemma soon realizes that in a world where she does not meet her ex, her life looks drastically different in ways she could not have imagined. Is it possible for her to reverse the curse? Read and find out!

THIS BOOK WAS SO STINKIN CUTE, THIS IS ON MY REREAD SHELF, THE LOVE STORY BUILD UP WAS PERFECT AND DIDNT TAKE LONG TO GRASP YOU.

Cute story in which a young woman, going through a break up, decides to 'wish away' her ex. Well, she then wakes up in a parallel reality where her best friend is no longer her best friend... so, now she can date him and see his amazing penis (no, really, it is discussed quite a bit later in the book and apparently is fantastic... it is). But, in wishing away the past and changing the future, there are consequences. Turns out, you just cannot "have it all" and so she has to decide which 'reality' to stay in. It is a cute rom-com with a little bitty touch of magic (but even though I tagged it on my 'witches' shelf, not actual witches).

Highly recommend if you like cute stories, friends becoming lovers, the idea of parallel realities, and just fun spicy romance novels.

I devoured this book in 24 hours. I absolutely loved it. The entire parallel universe or alternate dimension was awesome. Dax and Gemma were a great couple too. And while many romance novels I feel could be solved if there was just better communication—this one felt like a real relationship and romance. I can’t wait to read more from Robb. Oh and how could I possible forget the spice scenes were amazing. Made me want myself a Dax

I’ve come to the conclusion that magical realism books are truly my catnip. This magical book was so easy to adore, and throw in a best friends to lovers trope, and I was in heart eyes heaven. It was whimsical, distinctively emotional, bittersweet and so truly enchanting. I adored every aspect of it—the characters, the plot, the storyline—all of it exceptionally well-crafted.

After a bad breakup, Gemma wishes that she had never met her ex. Following a drunken night with her aunt, sister, and best friend, Dax; and in a decision fueled by margaritas, Gemma performs a love cleansing spell on a whim. However, she wakes up the next morning in an alternate reality where she never met her ex, and Dax has no idea who she is. In order to reverse the spell, she needs to start from the beginning and begin her friendship with Dax anew. But along the way, she begins to see Dax in a whole new light. And she wonders whether she is meant to be in her old timeline or if she should stay in this new alternate reality.

Gemma and Dax’s love story was so special to me. Their compatibility, chemistry, and beauty was so lovely. Both were wonderfully imperfect people who very sweetly fall in love despite many obstacles. The weaving of their love was sweet, full of yearning, and just the right amount of angst.

This book was such a delight. So sweet, full of likeable characters, and palpable chemistry. It's a heartwarming story about timing, second chances, self-growth, and adapting to change in the pursuit of love. As you can probably tell, I adored this story. I loved so, so much about this book and I walked away with a full heart.

This one was 3 stars for me. Quick and enjoyable, but not something I think I would read again. It felt slow but rushed at the same time.

Hard to believe this was a debut book! It was funny it was sweet and I loved everything about it! Well done and I will be back for more of Kate Robb’s books!