I absolutely loved this book and flew through it in a couple of days. A witchy romantasy, filled with magic? Count me in!

We follow Aria, is a witch whose powers seem to be out of control, something that she has been ridiculed for by her peers in the small town of Charming Cove. Despite this, she is determined to win the Enchanted Garden competition and show everyone what she is made of.

We also follow Callan, who is just the most gorgeous, sensitive soul. He may have done some things in the past, which Aria finds hard to forgive, but he definitely tried to make up for it throughout the book.

Their chemistry and banter together is fabulous and they were so easy to love. I really loved the multiple point of view between them, as I felt I got to know both characters really well.

Special shout out to Boris, who is the best familiar ever! He brought so much comedic value to the book and I just absolutely loved him. I wish I had a Boris around me to talk to and help out. He was just fab!

Aria has always known her magic is wonky and explosive so she doesn’t use it. Since she was tired of being constantly reminded of how much of a dud she was, she left her town and moved to London for a few years but when her gran comes to tell her of the competition to choose a successor for the Enchanted Garden in her town she’s whisked back to where everything began and worse, where Callan Hawthorne (the most powerful mage of their time) also is.

This was cute and I really enjoyed it up til the end where it felt a bit rushed after so much buildup. But I did enjoy it enough that I’d like to read the next ones and continue the series 🥰

Clumsy witches, magically clumsy that is, are fun to read. This is no exception. Aria has fumble fingers when it comes to making her green magic work, so she decides to leave town so she can leave the embarrassment behind. Eight years later, her grandmother arrives and announces that she is needed for a competition that only she, of all the family, can win.

Her nemesis, Callan, as well as others, compete against her. Only, Callan isn’t as much of a nemesis as she once thought.

Cute story. It lacks character depth and world-building depth, but this is romance and not science fiction. That sounds sort of literary snooty, but hopefully readers will understand. Even with that, I found the book cute and it kept my interest.

A very charming and cute story surrounded by magic. It was a quick and light read for any reader who likes to read about witches without being too heavy of a storyline! My only complaint is that I wish the characters were a bit fleshed out more - a lot of them were pretty flat and I wanted to know more about them.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙂𝙞𝙧𝙡𝙨 𝙂𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙈𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙘 𝙗𝙮 𝙇𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙮 𝙃𝙖𝙡𝙡

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄
Aria has been struggling with her magic since she was young. Fast Forward a good few years, her grandmother is ready to take her home, because the community of Charming Cove is relying on her to win the competition and become the new Heir of The Enchanted Gardens.
This competition is going to be tough, not only will she be going up against her school bullies, but also the man she despises the most, the irresistible Callan Hawthorne.

A light hearted, slow burn novel with dual POV. With a light sprinkling of spice and a smart mouthed badger named Boris, you're in for a treat.

A charming little story with magic a little different than what we are used to. I enjoyed the vibes of this book so much - the cozy town at the sea shore & all the plant magic. I think the unique cozy vibes are definitely what made this book (AND BORIS!!! loved him <3)

I do think though, that the character of Callan could have been a bit more fleshed out so that we, as a reader, understand his motivation a little bit better.

All in all, a very cute story, albeit a very predictable ending. I still enjoyed it though, so rating this book 3/5 stars! I will most certainly check out the second book in the series, as I can’t wait to return to the charm of this little town!

this was okay, but read a little juvenile and i didn't feel connected to the characters or what happens to them at all. i can see other reader enjoying this a lot tho!

— thanks to the publisher and netgalley for the free digital ARC.

I really enjoyed this magical read. It was charming, lighthearted and full of well developed and likable characters. I can’t wait for the next installment!

This is such a feel good book. I wish there was a little more time spent fleshing out the transition from enemies to lovers for Aria ans Callan. It happened quite quickly and resulted in my not being completely invested in their relationship. The supporting characters were my favorite. I would love more books focused on their lives!

Aria is a bit of a magical disaster. A witch from a family of witches, and the only one whose magic seems to blow up in her face. And this is why Aria has come up with her rules…
Never get involved with magic
If you must, do not enter a competition to win the biggest magical fortune in England
And definitely don’t fall for Callan Hawthorn

When her grandmother asks her for help to save their family shop, Aria can’t say no. Now finds herself back home and in a competition with the man she loathes, Callan Hawthorn.

The book was very cosy, easy and lighthearted to read. I loved seeing Aria become more confident within herself. That was a fun journey and the talking badger? I loved it and along with all the plants!!!
However, one thing I do have to talk about is when they first meet I believe Aria was 17 and Callan was 21, and I wish the author just made Aria 18+.

Thank you to Netgalley and Bonnie Doon Press for this Arc!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

3.5 stars

If you're looking for a cozy witchy romance with the small-town setting, this is it. The characters were lovable. The setting was really nice. And the witchy descriptions were fun to read. Also, it has the enemies-to-lovers trope - always a plus point.

While I did enjoy this overall, at one point, things did start to seem too easy and predictable. However, it does pick up pace towards the end and was a pretty good read.

I enjoyed reading about the fmc's relationships with her family, the mmc, and with her snarky little familiar. I also liked reading about the way the witches are shown to connect with nature.

Overall, it was a fun, lighthearted, romantasy read.

Aria is a self-proclaimed magical disaster. She's the only witch in her family whose magic blows up in her face. That's why she came up with her rules;

1. Never get involved with magic.
2. Do not enter a competition to win the biggest magical fortune in England.
3. Definitely don't fall for Callan Hawthorne.

But when her family's magical potion shop is on the verge of being lost, this competition is the only way to save it. As if that's not bad enough, guess who also competes? Callan Hawthorne, the billionaire mage she's hated for years.

A Modern Girl's Guide to Magic is a super fun romantic comedy full of friends, family, and adorable furry animals. In the fall, this would be the perfect cozy read. I loved Aria the more I read. She definitely came off as immature at first, but her character development through the novel really shined. Callan was a wonderful character. One of my favorite tropes is enemies to lovers but one has secretly been obsessed with the other the entire time, and we get that with Callan. However, one of my least favorite tropes is miscommunication, and there's a lot between Aria and Callan. I loved all the side characters so much, but especially Boris, Aria's familiar. I really enjoyed the plant magic aspect of this book, but I wish there had been more insight into that aspect of this book.

Overall, I loved this and I want to give huge thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with this ARC to read in exchange for an honest review. I highly recommend this and cannot wait for the second one! The sequel, How to Fake-Date a Vampire, has an expected publication date of August 18th, 2023.

I needed a book that I could not put down for a change. This was the light, happy, well paced novel I needed!

A comfy cozy romance, with magic thrown in. Set in Charming Cove, this romance novel has much more plot than I expected. It is easy to get engrossed in the characters and their stories. The only part I did not like was the fact that the romance moved so fast. It seemed like there was a week or two between the MCs starting to talk to falling in love.

I cannot wait for book 2 in this series!

I want to thank Netgalley and Bonnie Doon Press for an ARC of this book.

Thank you for the advanced reader copy of this wonderful book. I love witchy rom com books and this one did it absolutely perfectly. I loved the setting of the quirky magical town, the characters had heart and the MMC was a billionaire with a heart who gives away his money what more could you possibly want? i think this has potential to be very popular!

I loved this book! I usually save witchy books till the fall, but I am glad I didn't wait on this one! Fun, quirky, and unique.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bonnie Doon Press for an eARC of The Modern Girls' Guide to Magic!

A cozy witchy romance! Fun, enjoyable, and CHARMING romantic comedy. A quick, but entertaining read, perfect for when you need a relaxing read. Such a cute book and easily added on my list of witchy recommendations!

Tropes:
Enemies to Lovers
2nd Chances
One Bed

Returning home to save the family herbal shop, Aria enters a competition to take over the local magical garden. She never imagined that she's have to compete against Callan - the man who once crushed her dreams.

This was a cute, light paranormal romance set in a small town where magic is real. The characters are quirky and delightful. I especially liked the everyday magic quality of the setting. My only complaint is that the title doesn't really fit the feel of the book. I would certainly like to live in Charming Cove.

So let me say this is not my typical read- I tend to go towards the darker romances but the blurb on this one drew me in and held on tight! It was well written and flowed beautiful! The side characters were perfect and the MCs themselves were wonderful

A magical competition, a family and community in need, an inheritance that could fix everything, and a witch whose magic is, well, unpredictable.

Aria is that MC we all understand. Stressed, with family responsibilities, and definitely wishing the saving was up to someone else.

Gran's little spy, Boris the badger, is absolutely the ridiculously spunky familiar every witch deserves.

And, to add the icing on the cake, this story is a delightful romcom (think Ex Hex) with a totally hot rival/enemies to lovers mage named Callan.

Aria: "I'd been on my own so long, I'd forgotten what it was like to have family like this. Friends. A community."

I'm just a sucker for cozy fantasy. And Aria's cozy cottage full of books and plants sounds like a dream come true.

Goodreads:
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley, and I would like to express my gratitude to them and the author for providing me with an early copy. Although I received an ARC, the following opinion is entirely my own.

This delightful summer read offers the best of both worlds: a charming fantasy setting and an exciting adventure that will keep you engaged. With its lighthearted tone and thrilling moments, this book is a perfect companion for lazy summer days.

Moreover, it's worth noting that this book is not without its flaw. At times, the pacing feels rushed, preventing the characters from being fully explored and resulting in some shallowness. Additionally, their behavior can be cringeworthy, leading to a partial disliking of them. Unfortunately, the writing quality takes a downturn in the middle of the book, which is regrettable. Nevertheless, despite these issues, the book manages to deliver a cute and cozy romance.
In conclusion, despite some shortcomings, this book provides an enjoyable and enchanting reading experience, perfect for those seeking a cozy summer romance. While there are areas for improvement, the overall charm and whimsy of the story make it a worthwhile addition to your summer reading list.