April Asher never misses! I love her world building and the depth of her characters. She makes the reader feel like they are part of the story. I preordered this book immediately so I can display it in my bookshelf. I’m jealous of those who get to read this for the first time.

I really was looking forward to this one! The writing just felt really juvenile and I thought the audiobook might save it for me but unfortunately, it didn't. I tried to get through it multiple times and couldn't.

I really wanted to love this book, it had so much heart behind it. Overall, it just fell a little flat. Harry, a witch and guardian of Grace is in search of answers on why Grace keeps magically setting things on fire. So she returns to her hometown, where she left love behind. There were so many parts of this book that just kind of conveniently happen and quite a few little side things that just kind of junk up the story, it wasn’t completely fluid. In the end it was a satisfying conclusion even if it was predictable.

This was a fun read! If you enjoy the Dream Harbor series but wish there was a bit more magic in their town, then you'll absolutely love this one!

I love a cozy small town, I love witches, shifters, and vampires, I love a found family and a coming home story. Overall. it was light and warm and a perfect summer read!

Fate can be a bitch. It messes up Harry and Jaxon’s young love when it tells them they aren’t meant for one another. Years pass without seeing one another but their feelings haven’t.

This story has shifters, magic witches, and a second chance love story. The love scenes were good and there wasn’t an annoying third act break up. I recommend it.

Thank you St Martin’s Press for the ARC.

This is another fun and lighthearted witchy romance from April Asher. If you liked Not the Witch You Wed and the other Supernatural Singles books, you’ll probably enjoy this as well. It features snarky characters with unpredictable powers and ride-or-die friends. Be prepared for off-color jokes, pop culture references, a long lost one night stand, steamy love scenes, rogue garden gnomes, and fiery teenage outbursts.

Bonus points for fun chapter titles!

A Simple Twist of Fate feels kind of like if Sam and Leah from Twilight got a HEA. Such a fun, entertaining read that really nicely meshed paranormal and small-town romance. I love the relationships created outside of the one between our MCs, but especially the relationship between Grace and Harry- the love between the two of them was palpable. I liked Harry and Jax as a couple, but it felt like they got back together a little too easily and I would have liked more longing and angst between the two of them. Thanks Netgalley for the e-ARC!

Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to read A Simple Twist of Fate. I found the story entirely cringey and desperately quirky while also being very heartwarming and cozy. I would compare it to the Pumpkin Spice Cafe meets Back in a Spell. I really enjoyed it although I didn’t find it super original.

This was a really fun book filled with eccentric characters, dual POVs, a second chance romance, fated mates, witches, shifters, found family, magic, mystery, and a dollop of spice. It really is a perfect romantasy read for any time of the year, but especially during these weird, foggy, gloomy May “spring” days we have here in California. I found myself cozying up with my giant bowl of coffee in bed reading this while I was sick and absolutely loved it. Between the banter and humor of the cast of characters to the actual town the story is set in, there’s never a dull moment. This book leaves you with a smile on your face once you flip that last page.

I just finished a Simple Twist of Fate by April Asher @novelsbyapril and here are my musings…

It’s been 13 years since Harlow “Harry” Pierce has been home but when her half human, half shifter goddaughter is having trouble controlling her magic, she knows home is the only place she can go to get the help they so desperately need. Coming back was never supposed to be on the cards especially since that fateful night… When her best friend and the love of her life were fated to be together but swallowing down her dread, she makes the trek home.. Jaxon is still the same shifter he has always been and when Harry turns up begging for his help… He isn’t prepared to see the witch who stole his heart.
I have been a fan of April Asher since not the witch you wed and I have been addicted to her paranormal romance reads ever since. She didn’t disappoint.

I love all the characters. Jaxon is the typical grumpy shifter with a dash of touch her and die. SWOON!!! I usually despise second chance romance because I hate miscommunication but this one gets away with it. I think I would have ran like my ass was on fire as well. You don’t mess with fate but Harry is the kind of witch that doesn’t look back and if it hadn’t been for her goddaughter… she would never have gone back.

I love the zany plot too. The magic has gone wonky and things haven’t been quite right since that night 13 years ago but the gnomes stole the show for me. Read it and find out haha. I like the way each friend has a different personality but they all work so well together and the chemistry between Jaxon and Harry is out of the world HAWT!!

I had one problem with the book. The competition… I get it was there for comic relief but it was a tad distracting for me. I could have done without it and had more of the search for Grace’s dad. Maybe in some POV of the mother looking for the dad. Food for thought.

I had the audio and the ebook and I did immersion reading for some of it. The narration was bang on!

It was a solid 4.25 stars for me.

Thank you to @dreamscape_media and @netgalley for my gifted ALC and ARC.

If there is one thing that Asher does right it is definitely a bad ass curvy FMC. The wit and snark that she brings to life in her characters always makes for a good time. I really liked Harry and thought that she really started to get out of her own way and come into her own once she returned to her roots. I think that the chemistry between harry and Jax was done well and I was rooting for them right from the start. I latched onto the type of shifter Grace was pretty early on but there was definitely a few twists that I didn't see coming which I am always grateful for. I hope that there are going to be more books set in this world!!

April Asher delivers another enchanting and emotionally resonant romantic comedy with “A Simple Twist of Fate”. This novel is a delightful blend of magic, sisterhood, and second chances that hits all the right notes for fans of paranormal romance with a heart.

The story centers around a fiercely independent heroine navigating both magical chaos and romantic vulnerability, a hallmark of Asher’s signature style. With sparkling dialogue, quirky yet relatable characters, and a swoon-worthy love interest, Asher crafts a world that feels both whimsical and grounded in real emotional stakes.

What truly stands out is the balance Asher strikes between humor and heart. The banter is sharp, the pacing breezy, and yet the emotional beats land with authenticity. Themes of identity, belonging, and choosing your own destiny are woven seamlessly into the narrative, making it more than just a feel-good escape, it’s a story that lingers.

Whether you're already a fan of the “Supernatural Singles” series or new to April Asher’s writing, “A Simple Twist of Fate” is a magical must-read that will leave you smiling, sighing, and maybe even believing in fate.

A Quick(ish) Review

And by quickish, I mean I'm gonna try and keep this to a reasonable length. Fingers crossed.

Small town romances with a paranormal bent are a fave of mine, and when you combine that with April Asher's writing, I had some high expectations for this. I'd enjoyed her Supernatural Singles series so far - a nice blend of family, blood and found, with good heart and heat mixed in. I did like several aspects...but not all. Lemme 'splain.

The Good, Small town romance with an interesting set of characters and a good blend of all kinds of supernaturals. The friendships were believable and made me want to see more of them. There's not alot of worldbuilding, but there's the promise of more in future books. Decent chemistry between the leads, but speaking of...

The Bad. I mean, it's a solid question - what would *you* do if you found out the person you loved was the fated mate of one of your best friends? I'm glad I never had to find out but I will say that this is a pretty big hurdle for me to get over and I'm not sure I was completely on the FMC's side of it. It's why my rating is more middle of the road. I think I would have been devastated, but so devastated that I essentially cut myself off from EVERYONE I loved, not just the MMC? THAT I struggled mightily with. Considering it was that big of an issue, I didn't love that this book seemed to focus more on setting up future books rather than focusing on this couple.

Everything in Between. It's the found family as well as their blood ties that I enjoyed the most and why I would continue with the series.

The Bottom Line. I liked it. I wanted to love it, but it felt too much like the setup, not the payoff.

**ARC provided by netgalley publisher in exchange for honest review**

This was a fun book, full of small-town charm, loveable characters and magic, perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls.
The romance is sweet, and there is a great found family aspect.
Overall, a really decent read.
Highly recommend for fans of cozy fantasy.

You know if she writes it, I’m gonna read it. So this was an obvious request. And this new ‘community’ was a great way to start after the Supernatural Singles series.

The dynamics between the main characters were absolutely melt worthy. And the fact that it was second chance and they truly deserved that was so good. As always, there’s a touch of adventure and a hint of mystery in this read which made it that much better.

This one lands at a 2.5-star read for me. I had a fun time with it overall, and I can definitely see it appealing to a wide range of readers. That said, it’s probably not one I’d revisit. Still, I appreciated the unique elements it brought to the table. Big thanks to St. Martin’s Griffin for the ARC!

This was the cutest paranormal romcom! The small town vibe of Fates Haven was lovely. The characters were so good, all of them from the FMC/MMC to the side characters were amazing. Their personalities and differences could make for great future stories and who doesn't love found family?!
Harry is so relatable and such a badass for stepping up and doing what she has to do for the people she loves.
Jax though, Jax is a perfect broody bad boy. We love a good nickname and playful banter.
The spice is pretty perfectly spicy as well, definitely recommend.

A Simple Twist of Fate is set up in a way that could mean spin off books for the others and I sure hope that is the case. I would love to journey back to Fates Haven and see how everything turns out.

"Any gift has both the potential to do good or bad. In which direction it goes relies completely on the gift wielder. Stay true to your heart, and you'll never need to worry."

A Simple Twist of Fate by April Asher
Contemporary paranormal romance. Second chance troupe.
Harlow “Harry” Pierce is guardian and care giver to her teenage goddaughter, Grace. The teen has been accidentally setting things on fire, both at home and school. It’s a new power that she can’t control. Harry has tried getting help from supernatural groups all over without success. They don't know what kind of supernatural Grace is which isn’t helping. After a suspension from school and a fire in the apartment, Harry makes the decision to return to her magical hometown of Fates Haven, Colorado. She hopes the Alpha of the Rocky Mountain Pack can help Grace control her fire abilities.
Grace left her hometown more than thirteen years ago with a broken heart. She had expected Jaxon Atwood to be her Fated Match but when that didn’t happen, she left town with a spell that hid her from anyone trying to follow. Going back home will mean facing all those she left behind, including Jax, who still holds her heart.

Enchanting with lighthearted humor and emotional healing. A teen that misses her mother. A witch that doesn’t know her own impact. A hero that’s tried to find his mate over and over again. A town whose bakery loves the shock value of sex. A romance with a bit of magic.

I received a copy of this from NetGalley.

Fun, witchy read set in a cute magical small town. I actually would have liked a bit more from it. There were so many fun characters and moments that made me chuckle.

Rating: 5/5
I received an eARC for my honest opinion.

If you enjoy Paranormal Romances, with witches, that are cozy and cute, second chance romance, dual POV, Small town, great characters and plot, well written and will leave you with a happy heart this is your book. I love April Ashers books so much, she writes the best books to get you through the worst book slump I have ever been in. I laughed, I smiled, I cheered, and I was a little sad, but no worries there is HEA in this book.

In this book you will meet Harry Pierce, she left Fates Haven after the Finding Ceremony confirmed that her boyfriend wasn’t her fated match, but her best friend was his. She leaves and doesn’t ever want to return back to her hometown but when her goddaughter, Grace is having issues with her fiery abilities. You see Grace is half human and half shifter, but her mother (Harry’s best friend) had a one-night stand and found out later that she was pregnant. Now Harry and her BFF are trying to find answers to help Grace and nothing that Harry has found is helping them. She finally realizes that she has to go back to Fates Haven and speak with the local Alpha and have them see if they can help Grace with her abilities. However, the local Alpha isn’t who she thought it was and when she finds out who is it… she isn’t sure if this is the right person to Grace, but Harry will do anything and put herself in situations that she doesn’t like to help her out.

I found the plot to be great, it was a simple paranormal romance but the way that Asher writes, she will leave you wanting another book right away. It’s so beautifully written, the words just flow through the pages, and the pace of the book was perfect for romance. This book is plot driven, but you will see a mix of character driven as well. The character’s development was perfect, and I liked the fact that I saw the development throughout the book. I loved that it wasn’t just the main characters with the development, but it was also the side characters. Getting to watch them learn to reconnect and put away old feelings that they had, but we all know how hard that can be. I loved that we also had a subplot that was a mystery trying to figure out what is going on with everyone’s magic in Fates Haven

I can’t talk too much about the book because I will give away spoilers. Just know that this book was filled with the right amount of romance, drama, spice/steamy scenes, mystery, and great characters. I can’t wait to read the next book by Asher.

I want to thank NetGalley and SMP for the opportunity to review this book.