The Wedding Witch

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“ Bowen Penhallow has always been a loner, studying dark and ancient magic on a mountaintop in Wales. He prefers it that way. But when his friend Colin—who happens to be a ghost—asks him to attend a Yuletide wedding at a grand estate deep in the Welsh countryside, Bowen reluctantly agrees. ”

Wow! I loved this 3rd book in this series. These books can be read as a series or as stand alone books which is awesome. I really enjoyed the story line and a little spice in this book. I like the bigger picture story lines connecting the other books here and there. I would recommend this book 100%. This book I think is my favorite of the 3 books. Hope this author makes more so we can continue to see what happens to these characters.

I really liked this book! It was sort of a mix of doctor who and witchy vibes which I loved. The writing is just laugh out loud funny and I will keep reading Erin’s books forever!

"The Wedding Witch" by Erin Sterling marks the third installment in the captivating Ex Hex series, demonstrating a continuous improvement in storytelling. Among the series, this particular book stands out as a personal favorite. The narrative delves into the journey of Bowen Penhallow, the third Penhallow brother, and the adept magical artifact procurer, Tamsyn Bligh. Driven by their distinct motives, their paths unexpectedly intertwine in a spellbinding and tumultuous manner. Faced with the necessity of collaboration to restore their normalcy, the palpable tension between them adds a compelling layer to the story. Bowen emerges as a standout character with his kindness, intelligence, and unwavering determination, earning him favoritism among the Penhallow siblings. On the other hand, Tamsyn shines with her vivacity and cleverness, showcasing resilience even in the absence of magic. Together, they form a remarkable duo, complementing each other's strengths in a captivating and harmonious manner. I cannot wait for my friends and followers to dive into this fun, engaging read!

Erin Sterling takes readers back to the beloved setting of Graves Glen and the Welsh countryside in this third installment of her witchy rom-com series. I really enjoyed watching the third Penhallow brother, Bowen, get his love story after the small crumbs of him we saw in the first two books in the series. While this book has lots of the witchy fun vibes the series is known for, we add a fun holiday twist to it as we watch Tamsyn and Bowen celebrate Yuletide after a time traveling mishap.

While this book rushed a lot of the feelings between the characters, the connection was real and very believable between Tamsyn and Bowen. Full of actual laugh-out-loud moments and crazy twists, this story was a bingeable delight of a book that is a perfect read for the transition period between fall and Christmas!

4 stars! Another win by Erin Sterling! I was worried at first that I wouldn't enjoy this book as much as the other two in the series since it was set somewhere other than Graves Glen and we wouldn't see as much of the other couples, but this one was just as enjoyable as the first two in the series! I adored Bowen and Tamsyn (grumpy x sunshine is my catnip) and I really adored the Welsh setting and secondary characters. All in all, a satisfying finale to the series. Thanks so much to the publisher and NetGalley for the eARC.

SUCH a good book! I really enjoyed this story which was no surprise after loving THE EX HEX and THE KISS CURSE; I'm glad the 3rd installment from Erin Sterling lived up to the hype. The characters in this book - particularly the side characters - were so endearing and I loved all of the antics and mysteries at Tywyll house. I wasn't expecting the time travel element (I usually don't read the synopsis before reading a book) but I think it worked well here (sometimes it can be too cheesy or far-fetched). I loved seeing Wells and Rhys again and learning more about Bowen, and the steamy scenes in this book were unmatched. I ended up giving the book five stars because even though Tamsyn was a bit extra at times, I just loved the vibes of this book and the cross between spooky season and Christmas/Yule vibes. I can't wait to recommend this book to my bookstagram audience!

THIS HAS BECOME A FAVORITE SERIES!! Oh my worddd, the way these books keep getting better and better!! I enjoyed The Ex Hex, ADORED The Kiss Curse, and truly loved The Wedding Witch! 🌙
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I was so excited to get to know reclusive Bowen Penhallow more. Loved him! Gruff, bearded, scholarly, and a loner, he needed someone fun to spice things up a bit, and Tamsyn was just the gal for the job. Their banter was hilarious. Chemistry off the charts. LOVED that we got to check in with the rest of the fam back in Graves Glen. LOVED the Yule time setting. I wasn’t sold on the time travel part but it ended up being so fun. 🤩
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I rated four stars instead of five because I did think the time travel section got a little confusing. However, I’m an Erin Sterling super fan and hopes she writes more! A million thanks to Avon Books and NetGalley for the e-arc!

I really enjoyed both main characters. I kind of wish it had been set in Graves Glen but it was fine. Not too Christmasy that it can't be read at other times of year.

I did not realize this was part of a series and feel I may be at a disadvantage with character history. Regardless of this fact, I enjoyed this cozy, witchy book. The banter was exceptional between Bowen & Tamsyn. It definitely kept me entertained and wanting to continue to story. There were more than one laugh out loud moments throughout the story. Overall would recommend to someone looking for witchy vibes with a little spice.

I enjoyed the two previous titles in this series, but this one fell flat for me. There was not enough character development, and I never really connected with either the male or female main characters. There were some steamy scenes that I enjoyed, and I liked the magical element. But even the plot was sort of convoluted and underwhelming. Also there was a lot about Bowen that was sort of a turn off, and not a lot that made him attractive to me. But maybe that’s just me. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the e-arc.

Thank you SO much to the author and NetGalley for this arc!

I read the first two books in this series and loved them, they gave the best witchy energy that I needed for the upcoming fall season. This third book in the series also did not disappoint! I was cautiously optimistic going into it since Bowen and Tamsyn have a different atmosphere than the other couples in this series; I was interested to see if the story would feel completely seperate and not flow with the earlier stories as being the third installment of the books. I loved the banter between Bowen and Tamsyn and I loved the build up to the romance! This series fueled my need for witchy and spooky energy this fall.

This was the last book in this series but the first for me! My rating may change after reading the other 2, but we shall see.

The Wedding Witch was such a cute, cozy read - perfect for fall/the holidays. I love Bowen and Tamsyn but do think their relationship felt rushed at times. The time travel plot was fun, though I was left with more questions than resolutions.

A cute, fast read nonetheless!

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

2.5 rounded up to 3. The final book in the trilogy this is my least favorite...it was ok. There is a lot in this book that doesn’t add to the story and some of the back and forth banter needs to cleaned up. It is an easy read if someone is looking for something light. The previous books had more of a Fall/Halloween theme, this one is closer to Christmas time.

I absolutely love this series. It was a cute fun and fast read for me. I knew that I would enjoy this book due to me loving the first 2 books in the series. this author can't do any wrong in my eyes. And I LOVEEEEEE the book cover!

I had so much fun with this entire series and this book couldn't be any different. I love this universe that Erin built and for me these books are *THE* must read fall books (although this one has more of a Christmas vibe). I loved the time travel aspect and felt like it just complemented what was already good. If you want a fun book with the perfect amount of magic, read this one. 🧡

🦇 The Wedding Witch Book Review 🦇

Rating: ⭐⭐

❓ #QOTD What's your favorite witchy read? ❓

🦇 Bowen Penhallow has always been a loner, studying dark and ancient magic on a mountaintop in Wales. Tamsyn Bligh is not a witch, but she makes her living off of them as a procurer of magical items. Bowen becomes her exclusive client—as well as the star of several of Tamsyn’s dirtiest dreams. They both attend a wedding at Tywyll House—Bowen to help a dearly departed friend, Tamsyn to complete a job that would set her up for life. Unfortunately, a strong spell combined with a wedding mishap transports Bowen and Tamsyn into Tywyll House’s past, to the Yuletide Celebration of 1958. Can Bowen and Tamsyn work together to get back to the present while fighting feelings for one another--before it's too late?

💜 Erin Sterling's prose is strong, witty, and enchanting. The chemistry between Tamsyn and Bowen is off-the-charts from the moment they meet in person, simmers through texts and emails, only to completely boil over once they meet again in person. This is a fun, flirty read, perfect for witchy season!

💙 Unfortunately, the story itself leaves much to be desired. As the third book in a series, the characters and world-building should be well-established. Instead, this reads like the writer was rushed to meet a deadline with only a half-baked idea. A lot of the chemistry builds off-page, leaving us with more of an insta-love story (no thank you). The mixed time travel/Parent Trap plot is messy, and most sources of conflict are resolved without explanation. There's so much potential here, but it doesn't quite meet the mark.

🦇 Recommended for fans of witch lit, paranormal romance, and April Asher's Supernatural Singles books.

✨ The Vibes ✨
🐈‍⬛ Witch Lit
🧹 Only One Bed
👻 Work Relationship
👻 Time Travel + Parent Trap
🧹 Holiday Season
🐈‍⬛ Third in a Trilogy

🦇 Major thanks to the author and publisher for providing an ARC of this book via Netgalley. 🥰 This does not affect my opinion regarding the book. #TheWeddingWitch

💬 Quotes
❝ "Read once that magic was like a naked blade. You can hold it, but you damn well better be careful with it, and even if you are, you are probably still going to bleed.” ❞
❝ "I’m not having us break that rule on a technicality, Tamsyn,” he told her, his voice rough. “When we break it, it’ll be the real thing, cariad.” My love, he’d called her, because she was." ❞
❝ “From the moment you walked into that pub,” he said, “I knew you’d be the making and the ruin of me all at once, woman.” ❞

The Wedding Witch follows Bowen whose friend Declan is a ghost. Declan asked him to attend a wedding and he agrees. Tamsyn is not a witch but makes her living working for them. Bowen is an occasional customer and the person she has a crush on. She tells herself not to get involved with him. She gets an invite to the same wedding that Bowwen is attending. Something goes wrong and both Bowen and Tamsyn end up in 1957. They have to work together to get back to the present. They soon realize that they might like each other too.

I love this series so much. I was so excited when I got an ARC of this one. I really did enjoy this one. However, this was my least favorite in the series. I did not really seem to have the same vibes that the other two books had. But this was still super cute. I did get confused in some parts so I had to go back and reread those. But over all I thought this was a really cute book. Also, this book had more of a Christmas vibe than a Halloween vibe which I was not expecting. I feel like I was just expecting more with this book. But I did love the over all story. I love both Erin Sterling and Rachael Hawkins' books and I would suggest all of them.

Thank you Erin Sterling, Avon Books, and Netgalley for the ARC of this book.

The Wedding Witch follows Bowen Penhallow, this book set around the Yule holiday instead of Halloween, giving it a warm and festive backdrop. The novel is a delightful cozy romance, complete with a haunted house, time travel, and humor, that will charm readers from the start. While I missed seeing more of Vivienne and Gwen from the first two books, Bowen and Tamsyn quickly won me over with their humor, snark, and undeniable magical chemistry. The side characters were equally well-crafted, adding richness and depth to the story. Despite a few familiar faces being less present, this might just be my favorite book in the series.

Thank you Harper Collins for this ARC

3.75⭐️

This was so fun!

This was a great addition to this series. I loved the chemistry and banter between our two main characters. Their personalities together was lovely!

In the beginning I had a bad feeling that the storyline being setup was going to be very predictable…I was quite wrong. I did not see time travel coming.

Going back in time brought so many quirky and lovable characters into the story. I loved that Bowen was able to meet his grandparents and see their love in person.

The only issue I had was the ending felt a bit rushed. Because of this I felt confused when they got back to their own time. I’m wondering if I missed something? Wouldn’t Carys have known what happened to them since it must have happened to her to get Declan back? Couldn’t she have given them some insight when they returned? How did emerald request the brooch if she had been the ghost?

Again, maybe I missed something, but I was very confused.


Overall I thought this a good read, solid 3.75⭐️

The way a screeched with joy when I got approved for this book is probably slightly embarrassing however I’ve been dying for this one for so long I felt like I was appropriate. Erin Sterling did not disappoint with Bowen and Tamsyn’s story. Expanding upon Graves Glen universe of books this one follows Bowen and Tamsyn as they navigate working together (and being in loves with each other) while trying to procure of brooch worth $1 million dollar from a haunted house at Yule during a wedding. Some magical time travel is involved along with a fun adventure about getting to know how your past affects your future. Could not recommend this book more especially if enjoyed the first two books in this series.