Boy of Chaotic Making is the third book in the eccentric and fun Whimbrel House series. Picking up almost immediately where book 2 left off (this book does not work as a standalone), readers are thrown right into the action as Merritt and Owein receive a letter from none other than Queen Victoria. Thus ensues chaotic adventures in jolly old England featuring lots of magic, a mismatched marriage proposal, and a future for our beloved boy-turned-house-turned-dog.

BoCM is an enjoyable addition to this series, and although it's not dark as the previous installment, the mystery is fun, the stakes are high, and the characters are still so much fun. It was good to get more of Owein's POV, even if it's often filtered through Merritt, and I enjoyed the ending and the promise of greater adventures for Owein. Merritt and Hulda are true to form, and their upcoming nuptials create many opportunities for flirty banter--a first for Hulda! This couple is lovely to root for; even when Hulda's visions show events that could threaten their relationship, Merritt is steadfast and true and able to reassure Hulda of his love. I very much appreciate that their relationship avoids the miscommunication trope.

BoCM also gives readers new and exciting magics and a fun new cast of characters that feel real-to=life without overshadowing our main trio. Add in the British upper-class setting and personalities, and BoCM feels more like a cozy mystery, which is actually perfect after the darkness of Heir of Uncertain Magic. All in all, BoCM is a fun read, and I can't wait to see what's in store for our characters in the next book!

Another great novel from this author and in this series. You certainly want to read these in order though, as this would be eh if read alone. As a continuation it was good. I missed the people and setting of Whimbrel House, but enjoyed this latest story of Owein, Merritt and Hulda.

An amazing next step in the series! It brought an end to many of the ongoing storylines while bringing forth several new ones! The story brings a new location, new characters, and a whole new set of questions that I am dying to have answered! As always Charlie weaves a story that I am unable to put down, and leaves me yearning for more!

I received an advanced reader’s copy from netgalley in exchange for my honest opinions.
I started reading this series Christmas a year ago, and it was everything I wanted. I loved the characters, the plot and the writer. It’s a bit steam punk, cozy paranormal- it’s perfect.
This is the third in the series, although this time most of the story takes place in England and not Bluagdone Island. The story centers mostly on Owein and him coming into his own- finding his own sense of place and belonging. A reconciling (if you will) of him not being a child, house or dog not really. This was every bit as lovely as the first two books, and I shed more than a few tears on behave of Cora and Owein throughout. I’m looking forward to the next one.
I had not read anything by this author before the Keeper of enchanted rooms -making this one the 4th of hers I’ve read this year. I’ve loved all of them and I’m eager for anything she writes!

Charlie Holmberg has worked the most beautiful magic with words again. Everything she writes has a "something extra" quality, and all her characters are infused with life. I highly recommend picking up anything by her that catches your eye.

Merritt Fernsby’s life changed dramatically the moment he inherited Whimbrel House. He went from being estranged from his family and feeling alone to having a tight-knit group all his own. Merritt also found love in his fiancé, Hulda Larkin, whose logical demeanor perfectly balances his whimsy. Merritt has also become fiercely protective of his great-times-many uncle Owein, who went from haunting the halls of Whimbrel House to the body of a terrier. It's this little tidbit that throws Merritt and the crew into a whole new adventure.

After receiving a letter from the Queen of England showing interest in Owein, the trio find themselves crossing the Atlantic. When they arrive, they discover that, due to Owein's powerful magical ability, the Queen is interested in getting him a human vessel and marrying him into the royal family. It has been so long since Owein had a body of his own, so he's quick to agree to the terms, but Merritt and Hulda have some concerns. Ones that only seem to grow when strange accidents start befalling them. It's clear that someone is against this scheme, but after 200 years of soul-drifting, Owein is willing to do whatever it takes to become whole again.

I'm starting to sound like a broken record with this series, but I adore it so much. It's everything I could want in a cozy fantasy series. Interesting magic system? Check. Fun, historical setting? Check. A found family I would die for? Check. I loved exploring a new setting and how it introduced new sects of magic users. I love how the magic is very give-and-take, and you see the different tolls each form takes on its users. Owein has always been a favorite character of mine, so I enjoyed how the plot focused on him. He has this interesting dynamic of being hundreds of years old while still a kid, and I liked watching him grow here. The other highlight of this series for me is Merritt and Hulda. Their relationship is everything. I didn't think I could swoon anymore over them, but I was wrong. My only slight complaint was that the plot was a little slow to kick off, but I was still engaged the entire time, and I'm crossing my fingers, hoping we get more.

#BoyofChaoticMaking is book number 3 in the Whimbrel House series. As its predecessors, it does not disappoint. The entire book is like a big, cozy blanket that wraps you up in its warmth. The characters feel like home. I cannot wait for the 4th installment of this magically, enchanting, cozy series. I love that Owein gets such a big feature and the book has a lot of action, making it fast-paced and a quick read.

Thank you #NetGalley #47North and #CharlieNHolmberg for this free eARC in exchange for my honest review.

A solid third volume of the series, definitely better than the previous one.
This novel picks up the pace again, moving away from the constant emotional insecurities of volume 2, hopping straight into action and focusing on Owein.
The plot is not particularly difficult to untangle and it's unlikely you will be surprised, but that's not why we read the series, it's for its cozy feel. And it is very much full of homeliness, good feelings, and sweet characters.
I would recommend for people looking for a quick relaxing, romantic fantasy with a bit of action and historical ingredients thrown in.
The characters are a little flat for me, but they're definitely not abrasive and it's all nicely crafted. This will please the majority...

The third installment of the Whimbrel House, _Boy of Chaotic Making_, follows Merritt, Hulda, and the current terrier Owein to England. The Queen learns of Owein’s magical powers, and hopes to secure a royal marriage in exchange for a human vessel for Owein. The magical world is expanded in this third book, with new characters with interesting backgrounds. I enjoyed this read!

Another great story from Charlie N. Holmberg! I was so happy to revisit the characters from this series. It felt like meeting up with old friends. I loved reading about Owein and his POV. Hulda and Merritt’s relationship and flourishing love just makes sense and is so sweet but simple. I hope we get many more stories featuring these characters. Charlie N. Holmberg: you rock!

The first third of the book was a little slow, but then I got caught back into the story. This is definitely the author’s most cozy/slow/chill series, but I’m not saying that is a bad thing. I enjoyed the setting of the book. It’s not my favorite magic system, but I can see how one more book with Owen and Cora could be a fun story.

Thank you to NetGalley and 47 North for this ARC.

A charming, whimsical, and utterly compulsive read. This series is perfect for anyone looking to sink into a cozy fantasy. I love the characters and am always excited to see where they head off to next

I received a temporary digital copy of Boy of Chaotic Making by Charlie M. Holmberg from NetGalley and the author in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

In the third installment of the Whimbrel House series, Merritt Fernsby, Hulda Larkin and Owein are asked to come to England by Queen Victoria, as she is interested in Owein and his magic. A powerful wizarding family is looking to secure their magical line by adding Owein to their family through marriage. If they are to secure a body that Owein could move into, he would marry their youngest daughter. However, after three near-death experiences at their guest's home, Merritt and Hulda are questioning their safety and if this is really the best choice for Owein.

I love a Holmberg novel. Every one I read is enjoyable, entertaining, well written and the world building is always on par; Boy of Chaotic Making checks all of those boxes. I will say of the three in the Whimbrel House series, this one is my least favorite, but I still thoroughly enjoyed it and hope Holmberg has a fourth in the making!

I love this series so much. It’s fun and thrilling. Holmberg always delights me with her stories so this one was of course no different. Merrit and Hilda might be my favorite characters in any series!

Thank you NetGalley and 47North for the ARC!

Is there any compliment greater than when a reader's mind is spiraling with thoughts of the book they just finished?

In truth, I've been reading the Whimbrel House series from the beginning and yet I'm always surprised to learn there is another one coming out. This is not a bad thing, but I do feel like this is the type of series to not provide tidy answers wrapped in a bow. Whichever tome will be the final in the series will leave the reader with some unfinished business and a lingering desire to know more.

"Heir of Uncertain Magic" left me with a lot of questions and "Boy of Chaotic Making" only further intrigued me into this world of magic in the 1700's. It's truly impressive if you've read other works by Holmberg. They have created so many different worlds of magic, without them leaking into one another. What I love most is perhaps the odd cast of characters that only continue to build and develop on this series.

My one criticism is that Beth and Baptiste have earned more page time. There is so much that has been briefly touched on and I'm hoping to see some commentary as the two main POC in Holmberg's story. Added commentary around "Boy of Chaotic Making" is that this is arguably the first plot line I struggled to believe. There is a small thread of logic to follow based upon the laws of magic in this universe, but it doesn't immediately seem sensible and the story read with an underlying tone of malice. Part of me wonders if I've been conditioned to read the story this way give Hogwood's sinister behavior intermingled with the blossoming chosen family in book one?

This is book #3 of the Whimbrel house series. I read and enjoyed #1 and #2 and I’m not sure this would work as a stand alone. It follows Merritt and Hulda’s romance (extremely clean) and primarily focuses on Owein, a human spirit trapped inside a dog. The novel takes them to London and entangles them with the royals of the period.

I enjoyed the book although I felt there were some pacing problems. Some of the stay in London dragged for me. I don’t find the trappings of royalty very interesting. The book ends on a teasing note so it would seem there is more to come, hopefully stateside. It’s a very chaste read, no foul language and the violence is cartoonish.

This series just keeps getting better and better. I absolutely loved this book. While it's the 3rd in the series, and I finished the 2nd one quite a while ago, I felt like I was jumping back in after only a day away. From the very beginning, the story had me hooked and I didn't want to stop reading.

I love Hulda and Merritt and Olwein so much, and this world is one of my favorites. There was a point where my heart felt like it was racing right out of my chest because of all the action and suspense, and it had me ripping through the pages so I could see how it turned out. And I spent a good portion of the ending just crying happy tears because I was sharing in the characters absolute joy. The story lines that wound through here pulled at every heartstring and I haven't been able to read anything since.

Absolutely love everything about this book!

As always, I love the characters of Whimbrel House. Owein is a special favorite and I'm glad to see him getting more time and interaction. I did feel that the middle of the book dragged a little and the "culprit" was actually fairly obvious and not at all nefarious. It definitely could have been shorter and perhaps combined with the (hopefully) inevitable next part of Owein's story. Overall, I definitely enjoy any time I get to spend a few days with the cast of this charming series and I hope there is a next time!

I have really been enjoying the Whimbrel House series, and The Boy of Chaotic Making was just as fun as the others! Charlie Holmberg's imagination is just wild and wonderful, and the main characters of this book, Hulda and Merritt, are just so relatable and likable. Sometimes you read books where the hero and heroine are just way too good to be true. Too beautiful, too talented. Well Hulda and Merritt just give off normal people vibes, even as regards their magic! They have magic...but it is raw, untrained, and not extremely powerful. I just find it refreshing to read!

In this book Owein, whose soul has been trapped in the body of a dog, has been offered a chance to obtain a human body. But only if a contract is signed, agreeing that he will marry Cora. She is the daughter of a magical family, and they will go to great lengths to preserve and enhance their magical line. As Hulda and Merritt try to understand the agreement, find out the truth behind a string of magical attempts to harm them, and work through their own relationship, I was just completely cheering them on!

Love this series, this author's work, and this book in particular!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
I really like the Whimbrel House series. I read the first two earlier this year and I was so excited when I saw the third one on NetGalley. The first book is still my favorite but the sequels are also really good. I love the characters. Merit and Hulda are adorable together and I love their adventures. Owein is so precious and I'm so happy how everything turned out for him in this book. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in this series.