“The Modern Girl’s Guide to Magic” by Linsey Hall is book 1 in a new, charming series that’s perfect for witchy readers.

This book is fun, magical, and a quick read. The rom-com aspect of it is sure to get any romance lovers attention as well.

I enjoyed it and can’t wait for book 2.

Thank you NetGalley, Linsey Hall, and Bonnie Doon Press for approving me to view this ARC.

I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. Aria has rules for herself and most of them about the use of her powers. She is a witch after all and that is something that has to be kept quiet. Humans are not to know about it. I found this book kind of sweet and fun in the most magical ways. It is set in Charming Cove. The first book in series of standalone stories.

DNF @ 18% this book just didn’t click with me, I don’t buy the two at all. I don’t get how he fell in love with her after just overhearing her and their dynamic just seems kind of insta-lusty marauding as insta-love and kind of cringe

2.6
Kinda cute, in an underdeveloped and frankly slightly juvenile way, but the magic system was paper thin and the characters were alarmingly unobservant. Ten year old me would have thought this was incredible, probably.

I'm in love - a witch that can't control her magic, a meddling grandma, a billionaire hero, a snarky familiar & a charming potions shop by the English seaside. Pretty much all my favorite things. ✨

Super cute!! The author has this magic pen that transports you in this super cute and cozy book. I will forever be grateful for this founding family.

I really enjoyed this! The characters, the world building and the plot were great. It was slightly predictable but I didn't expect anything too thrilling. I would definitely read the others in the series! I'd recommend to fans of whimsical romances, enemies to lovers, and charming characters.

I received this book for free for an honest unbiased review from Netgalley.

I wish more books were this well written. Characters were witty and the setting fantastic.

Thank you to the publishers and Net Galley for my eARC.
This was an enjoyable wee read, the pacing was good however I didn't really relate or resonate with any of the characters in a way I would've liked. The overall premise of the book was good however a few minor plot points could've been improved on that would've made this a 4* read for me.

"The Modern Girl's Guide to Magic" by Linsey Hall is a delightful romp into the world of magic, sprinkled with humor, love, and enchanting escapades.
The protagonist, a self-proclaimed magical disaster from a family of witches, sets forth her rules for avoiding magical entanglements. However, the narrative takes an unexpected turn when she finds herself entangled in a competition for the largest magical fortune in England and grappling with feelings for the very mage she has despised for years, Callan Hawthorne.
As the story unfolds, the quirky charm of Charming Cove, with its ancient pubs and foul-mouthed familiars, becomes a backdrop for the protagonist's quest to save her family's magical potion shop, Seaside Spells. The romantic comedy weaves laughter, love, and magical hijinks into a captivating narrative.
Linsey Hall crafts a light-hearted and entertaining tale, blending the magical elements seamlessly with the romantic plot. The protagonist's journey, filled with mishaps and unexpected turns, adds a layer of relatability and charm to the narrative.
"The Modern Girl’s Guide to Magic" is not just a romance; it's a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the acceptance of one's magical imperfections. It serves as the perfect introduction to the seaside village of Charming Cove, promising readers a series of stand-alone romances with a touch of magic.
In summary, if you're in the mood for a whimsical and heartwarming escape into a world of spells, love, and laughter, this book is the perfect potion.
*I express my heartfelt gratitude to NetGalley and Bonnie Doon Press for providing an advanced copy of this enchanting e-book.*

Ich habe das Buch abgebrochen. Irgendwie konnte mich die Geschichte nicht genug fesseln. Die Charaktere waren mir nicht tiefgründig genug.

A feelgood, easy, breezy, cosy romcom! I found it delightful and magical.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an e-ARC copy of this book, in exchange for this honest review.

I really enjoyed this story – a romcom with some lovely light-hearted magic – and gardening – on the side!

Aria, our main character, is forced to return to the hometown she fled, in order to save her family business (and by extension, the whole town) by competing against her childhood bullies and the man who she most hates (waggles eyebrows in enemies-to-lovers knowingness). But everyone else has magic and hers is wonky and unreliable… who can possibly help her ‘fix’ her magic, save the day and find true love?!

This is a really sweet romance and I LOVED the plant magic and all of the details of the magical competition, complete with unique magical creatures and an interesting magic system. But, as is often the case, it is the characters that really won me over – Aria’s gran, Tabitha and Catrina, Boris the badger, and of course, Callan Hawthorne (boo, hiss, swoon!). And Aria herself. She is a very relatable main character and I was 100% on her side throughout. She has her flaws but is willing to work hard to overcome them, and to admit when she gets things wrong – what’s not to like?!

If you are looking for a feelgood, easy read that will give you a warm, cosy glow on a chilly winter’s evening, then look no further! I look forward to reading more from the Charming Cove series in future.

This book is about 3.5 stars for me. It was charming and fun, and I liked the main characters. I thought the romance was pretty lacking, and I would have liked an epilogue of some kind. I also would have liked to learn more about the main character's magic.

I absolutely loved this. Boris stole the show honestly. Aria has come home to Charming Cove and must work to earn the Enchanted Gardens. Of course, that also means being around the worst person in the world, Callan. Although, after spending a little time with him he's not all that bad...unfortunately. With her familiar, Boris, a bacon loving badger, her family, and eventually Callan, Aria is able to figure out a way to reach her magic and come up with a plan for the gardens. She just may find more than magic and plants once the competition is through though. So sweet, so romantic, and so funny!

This story was sweet, magical and oh so endearing. Gilmore girls vibes- with major practical magic overtones. Fun and super cute!

The MC's in this book were likable and written in a very sweet cosy, very aptly 'charming' way. I enjoyed the read for what it was, no big revelations, just an easy, cosy, sweet read.

This was a light, entertaining book. I
enjoyed the magic but overall
didn’t find the story very compelling.

I really enjoyed discovering Charming Cove alongside Aria returning. It sounds like such a magical little seaside town, I was just transported there. The tension between Aria and Callan was spot on and I enjoyed the added magical competition which was so fun. Only downside is I thought the end wrapped up really quickly, I felt there could of been more. Overall though, I can't wait to come back to Charming Cove.

Stand alone witchy romances are my new bookish addiction. If Hallmark made a witchy romcom, this would be it! Aria is a quirky, adorkable and klutzy witch desperate to save her family's potions shop. She's also utterly relatable in the way that she swoons over men haha. Even though she has some insecurities regarding her magical abilities, her character was upbeat, fun, and she had an enjoyable internal monologue. I love all of this book's fun tropes: cozy small town, billionaire romance, unlikely couple, enemies to lovers, clumsy MC, a magical family threatened to be exposed, etc. I so enjoyed my stay in Charming Cove!