2.5 stars.

I originally DNFed it 30% into the book. After being away from the book, I decided to give it another try. Unfortunately, the slow pacing led me to skim-read many of the chapters. I did enjoy the last few chapters but it was so hard to get through the middle of the book.

Thank you netgally for the advanced copy.

I loved the writing. This was so genuinely good. Also it handles grief really well. And the sisters growth was amazing.

After the deaths of their parents, three sisters find their lives being drawn into different directions from the magical tearoom they run together. Add in a curse, an impossible task, and a new love, and things get very complicated, very quickly.

This was delightful! I really loved the historical fantasy setting, and how the house itself was its own character. The sisters’ relationship was both complicated and lovely, and I found myself seeing bits and pieces of myself in every sister.

And I really appreciated that there was some plot misdirection that kept me guessing. The sisters did feel a little too similar sometimes which may have been part of the point, & I’m not a big fan of miscommunication for angst and drama’s sake. But this was a lovely little read and I can’t wait to see more from Sivinski.

My thanks to NetGalley and Atria Books for this arc.

⭐️: 2
DNF: 38%
I really tried to continue reading this novel. I wanted to like it but I couldn’t get hooked. I couldn’t buy into the task the sisters needed to do to save their shop.

I loved this story so much! The Crescent Moon Tearoom is the perfect fall read, and I can’t wait to re-read it next fall!

I wanted to love this, but the pacing was too slow for me and it was too reminiscent of a book I read earlier this year and loved. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for my review.

This is a cozy, whimsical tale of sisterhood, magic, and fate—with a dash of cinnamon and cardamom. The Quigley sisters are charming in their own unique ways, and the magical tea shop setting was warm and enchanting. I loved the sensory details and the themes of family, identity, and carving your own path.

That said, the plot sometimes wandered, and the pacing lagged in places. With so many threads—romance, magical politics, curses, and more—it didn’t all feel fully developed. Still, it's a sweet and magical read, perfect if you're in the mood for a gentle, witchy escape.

Thanks Atria for the ARC!

One of the opening lines of Chapter 38 is, "Something was finally about to happen," which captures my thoughts pretty succinctly. There is nothing wrong with this book, it is well-written and the enchanted house is delightful, but the central conflict is mostly about three characters refusing to talk to each other, which does not make for a gripping reading experience. The majority of the book feels as though we are suspended, waiting for the actual conflict to happen, instead of like we are being carried along on these characters' journeys. I wish the three witches they were tasked with helping were more integral to the plot since they had the potential to add more insight into this interesting world.

I would recommend this book to someone who is a fan of Charlie Holmberg's Whimbrel House series since it fills that same warm, comforting vaguely historical fantasy niche. But if you, like me, need more plot, then this book probably isn't for you.

I absolutely loved this story!! It immediately sucked me in. Stacy Sivinski must be the real word weaver because this quickly became a new all time favorite of mine. Loved the sister’s story. Can’t wait to read more from this author in the future.

Super cute cozy fantasy. I actually read this a couple months ago and just forgot to give feedback on it. This book was perfect for a hot cocoa and rainy weather. Super cozy vibes.

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a lovely fantasy story following three sisters who run a tearoom and are witches. The sisters who used to be a close as can be have found life taking them in different journeys, especially when the witch council steps in and gives them a task which seems impossible to fulfill. A heartwarming read about sisterly love and how connection can look different than just living under the same roof. I really enjoyed this one and look forward to reading the next book.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing me with an arc for an honest review.

Super cute and cozy reading. Loved the characters and the ending was great. I was excited for this book and it didn't disappoint me.

This was a sweet story, very cozy. I love witchy books, and I love tearooms, so this really hit for me. If you like cozy and cute fantasy, then I think you will enjoy this book! Thank you for the chance to read it!

Thank you to Atria for the advanced electronic copy!

I really enjoyed this debut novel by Stacy Sivinski! It was exactly what I was hoping it would be - a cute and cozy fantasy with a bit of mystery and whimsy. The Quigley sisters are witches living in Chicago, peacefully running a teashop where they read patrons' futures in the tea leaves, when strange things begin to happen and they're faced with a challenge they worry they won't be able to complete. This is a story of both sisterhood and friendship but also independence and finding your own place in the world. The writing was lovely with many poignant lines. I definitely will recommend this novel to friends who enjoy fantasy and based on this, will plan to read future books by Stacy Sivinski.

This was the coziest and most whimsical story, that whisked me away right from the start. It centers around three sisters who are seers that run a tearoom to tell fortunes of those seeking wisdom.

*many thanks to Atria and Netgalley for the gifted copy for review

The Crescent Moon Tearoom by Stacy Sivinski is a heartwarming and enchanting story that blends magic, mystery, and the comfort of a tearoom. The narrative follows a young woman who discovers an unexpected connection between the tearoom and a hidden world of supernatural secrets. Sivinski’s writing is atmospheric, capturing the coziness of the tearoom while also weaving in elements of fantasy and intrigue. The characters are well-developed, and the plot unfolds at a gentle pace, drawing readers into a world filled with charm and wonder. Fans of magical realism and cozy mysteries will find this book a delightful read.

A whimsical delight. Beatrice, Anne and Violet were all such solid characters! I enjoyed violets story and I'm guessing the other two sisters will be getting their own. It was exactly what I wanted to read. Whimsy, magic, love, family.

3.5/5. This was a cozy family centering around three sisters. I enjoyed the dynamics between the sisters and their relationship with the house. I felt a bit bored with the plot at times so I would find myself skimming. Overall, this was a cozy time but will unfortunately be forgotten in a few weeks.

Thank you to Netgalley and Atria books for an eARC in exchange for a review.

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a sweet cozy fantasy about three seer sisters who run a tearoom where they read customers' fortunes in the tea leaves. After the premature deaths of their parents, the three believe running the tearoom and growing old together in their enchanted home is their future. Unfortunately, there are other forces at work, and the three are surprised to find themselves called to different pursuits just when it seems they most need to be united to the job of helping elder witches find their life tasks. While the book leans pretty hard on the “failure to communicate” trope, it's ultimately a satisfying story about finding your own path.

✨ ARC Review✨

Rate: ⭐️⭐️✨

I really wanted to like this, but it just didn’t click. The setup had potential—clairvoyant sisters, a magical tearoom, and a shape-shifting house—but the story was slow, predictable, and frustrating. The sisters spent too much time not communicating and felt more passive than in control of their own futures.

I was really hoping for some bold moments, but instead, it felt like the sisters were just stuck hiding things from each other and holding onto the past. And seriously, why was it so important for them to stay together when they all seemed ready for change? Anne’s the only one who cares about keeping the tearoom going, while the others want something else. It just left me feeling disconnected from the whole story.

On a positive note, the ambiance of the Crescent Moon Tearoom sounded amazing—I'd love to be a guest there and try everything on the menu! And while the ending was bittersweet, it did offer a reminder that we’re all flawed and ultimately, we get to choose our own paths.