I loved every bit of this book and I really do plan on reading it again. After I get a few more of my TBR books finished. I can hardly wait to do my review on Amazon as soon as it opens.
Sloan MacGregor what a great gal you are. So often unloved (except by her sisters) and vastly under-rated ! Later her grandmother Broca will tell her she's always been special and that she always loved her even when Sloan's mother made it impossible to reach her. Or her sisters ! I Keep an eye on Broca Where do you think Sloan got HER spunk from ? I loved her spunk, her sass, her tenderness with those she loved and Sloan reflects those same things. She has a true desire to make amends for something she didn't do. And to make real friends and a real home. She doesn't want to go but will if she has to and will make her sisters go with her !THINGS and people are NOT on her side !!! That's putting it mildly. Even the plastic like witch leader Mandy that welcomes them is really the worst ! And you can bet she will show her true colors. It'll take awhile but the McGregor sisters,Tam, Nova and Deidre aren't fooled.Especially Sloan, who pegged that leader as a fake from day one ! Tam and Deidre are her sisters
Oh Knox you never stood a chance, when it came to loving Sloan and love how all of that unfolded. So I won't spoil it for others. I will say though that Knox has surprises of his own that make me smile !
Blue, is Sloan's unexpected supernatural pet, another smile and surprises comes with his addition.
The ending? Another thing that I loved. Is there going to be more to the story ? Yes. So it's a happy ending for now.

I love this story and cannot wait for the next books in the series about the other sisters. There was everything you could want in a witchy book. Family, magic, and love were the main focal points. It's also going to be the perfect fall/winter seasonal read!!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️5
IM IN LOVE LOVE LOVE
Starshollow but make it a witchy magical small town in Scotland. DEVOURED it in one day. From the first page I got captured into the story immediately and couldn’t put the book down. It’s cozy, romantic, emotional, funny, and fast paced. the plot perfectly executed, and characters are well written.

Tropes you’ll find in the book~
🔮 Magical small town
🔮 Grumpy x Sunshine
🔮 Spicy and beautiful romance
🔮 Close knit sisters / sisterhood
🔮 Pet familiars
🔮 Mentions of fae, elves and dragons


A perfect blend/balance of romance, magic, and coziness as the book sucks you into the magical charming Briarhaven and follow Sloane and her sisters back to their childhood hometown to try and break the centuries old curse that follows their bloodline. Getting to know Sloane’s complex character and her development, her struggles and burdens with responsibilities as the eldest sister and how she deals with them and the obstacles she faces along the way,,, and of course all while keeping it as cozy as possible with all the magic, adorable pet familiars, magical shops and festivities in town.

The love story of Sloane and Knox was everything. The chemistry between them was unmatched, their banter, witty remarks, and the TENSION!! Knox was so sweet and gentle, always taking care of her, reassuring her that she doesn’t need to carry all the responsibilities and taking the burden of her shoulders, while Sloane as stubborn and scared as she was in the beginning, she gave in to her feelings for Knox at the end. The author wrote it incredibly, building up tension and allowing their love to blossom throughout the book without it being forced or sudden.

One of the things I loved the most is the sisters’ strong bond, them standing side by side and always having each other’s backs. I got to see more of Sloane’s sisters, Lyra and Nova, different but lovely personalities, their childhood and how the traumas they faced had affected each of them differently, and how they cope with them. Also there was a small insight into Lyra’s past which I think it might be a hint for a possible second book, and that got me more hyped!


Thank you NetGalley for providing me an ARC of this amazing book🙏💕

Love’s a Witch is a new book in a new series by this author. I have been reading her back catalog, and thanks to a NetGalley release of her newest book by the publisher, I was able to read this one in advance. Boy, was it a nice ride.

The book takes place in a nice Scottish town that has a host of magical beings, including one man who is the guardian of the town. When a cursed former resident of the town, Sloane, comes back into town in order for her and her sisters to try and break the ancient curse, the guardian wants them to leave to protect the town… Yesterday, if not sooner. But, he also wishes her to stay because he has had feelings for her for a while now, and seeing her again stirs up those feelings.

This book takes you on a journey not only in love, but in magical mishaps, and finding of one’s place in life. Sloane is sick of moving from place to place, and would love nothing better than to stay and enjoy friends, and home.

Though at times, the pushing of her to leave got a bit overdone, it quickly turns around to the love, and the adventure for everyone to finally get rid of the curse. I really enjoyed this book, and will look forward to the next in the series. As, the two other sisters, I assume will be getting their own books.

Highly recommend.

I really enjoyed Love’s a Witch! It’s a sweet, magical romance set in a small Scottish town full of quirky characters and just the right touch of mystery. I loved the chemistry between Sloan and Knox!

I love a cozy romance, add in the paranormal and a hot Scotsman in a kilt...Swoon. This book is a perfect, cute, comfort read. I definitely recommend.

ARC Review: Love’s a Witch by Tricia O’Malley
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (4.25/5)

Love’s a Witch was everything I crave in a cozy fall romance—magic, dragons, Scottish men, and just the right dash of charm and whimsy. Tricia O’Malley has created a magical world that feels like wrapping up in your favorite blanket with a warm drink and a heart full of wonder.

I especially loved the dynamic between the three sisters—their bond was authentic, supportive, and added so much heart to the story. The FMC was fiercely independent, and watching her learn to lean on others was a beautiful journey in itself. And of course, the romance was both swoony and sweet, perfectly balanced with the magical elements.

O’Malley’s storytelling pulled me in from the start and kept me enchanted to the very last page. I’m already crossing my fingers that the other sisters will get their own stories—because I am not ready to leave this world behind!

This author is new to me, but I will be keeping an eye out for anything else they publish. I loved the story and the characters. The pacing of the story was great and the characters were relatable.

This will be perfect for this fall, I always love witchy book and this it top tier. My only concern was the end felt a little rushed.

Cute, trope-y, cozy, & fun. I had a good time with this book. My main complaints were a few plot holes (why is the dad’s profession a secret? Where is mom now? Why do we call Grandma by her first name?) but overall, a light, low-stakes read perfect for fall.

I don’t know what it is about Tricia O’Malley but everytime I read one of her books I get transported into that book.
I’m obsessed with her Scottish Highlands series and quite frankly didn’t think any book could top those but this book?
Love’s a Witch? Was absolutely incredible!

The characters, the world building, the story, the men in kilts!!! I’m so in love with all of it.
This is an amazing story and it’s a story you will devour!!! I definitely need this one on my shelf!!

Love's a Witch by Tricia O'Malley
The Scottish Charms Book #1
4.8⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 1.5/5
Cursing: min-
Format/Source: ebook ARC from NetGalley, Simon & Schuster, and Gallery Books
Genres/Tropes: cozy fantasy romance, magic, witches, small town
Audience: Adult
Setting: Scotland
Quotes: “...so busy trying to avoid the potholes that I’d forgotten to look up at all the beautiful scenery surrounding me." - Sloane
Characters: Sloane, Knox, Lyra, Nova, Broca, Raven, Russell, Liam, Henry, Mandy
👍 short chapters, multi POV, Scotland, witches, magic, magical pets, disabled Highland coo, book loving FMC, banter, humor, cozy, min- cursing
👎 too repetitive about the curse, leaving town, etc

Description:
Sloane MacGregor swore she’d never return to Briarhaven, but with her twenty-fifth birthday looming—the day witches come into their magic—her grandmother summons her and her sisters back for one tiny task: break the centuries-old curse haunting their bloodline.
Knox Douglas, Briarhaven’s grumpy mayor, has worked tirelessly to make his town a haven for magical folk. The last thing he needs is a cursed MacGregor wreaking havoc. It doesn’t matter he once crushed on her. For the sake of Briarhaven, Sloane has to go.
But magic has other plans—and in Briarhaven, love really is a witch.

My opinion:
Tricia pens an awesome cozy fantasy romance with a great storyline and well-written characters! This is my first cozy fantasy romance, and I have fallen in love (pun intended). I always, always love a book set in Scotland! The short chapters made for an effortless read. I truly enjoyed the magical town, magical people, and even their magical pets. Speaking of pets/familiars; they were absolutely adorable, especially the disabled Highland coo...in a wheelchair! I always appreciate a book loving FMC, and Sloane doesn't disappoint. The banter between characters was thoroughly entertaining. There was plenty of humor as well that had me smiling, too. The minimal amount of cursing made for an extra pleasant read. I did find the focus on the curse, leaving town, etc, a little too repetitive. I was extremely entertained by this novel and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys fantasy romance books.
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***I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily

A wonderful read!
This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

4.5 Stars

Love's A Witch is a "charm"ing witchy romance, with lovable characters and irresistibly cute pet familiars. It's the first book in The Scottish Charms series, and I am already excited for what's to come in the second book!! If someone asked me what I was looking for in a witchy romance book, it would be exactly what O'Malley brings to Love's A Witch.

O'Malley does a fantastic job of blending the paranormal and magic, with life in a small Scottish town and the complexities of being in dysfunctional families. The book definitely brings all of the cozy vibes that I love, but also has added depth in following the struggles that Sloane and Knox both face within their families. I really loved the relationship that Sloane has with her sisters and her grandmother, and it brought a lot of heart and humor to the story. The pacing in the book is also done really well, as the mystery of breaking the curse unfolds and the romantic tension between Sloane and Knox continues to grow with a slow burn you can't resist!

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:
* Family Curse
* Complicated Family Relationships
* Scottish Small Town
* Pet Familiars (cat, coo, and emberwolf)
* Tension Filled Romance
* Close-knit Sisters

𝐈𝐬 𝐈𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐲?
😉 - 😘 (Mild to Medium)

If you are looking for a cozy, paranormal read to add to you Fall TBR, Love's A Witch fits the vibe perfectly. I can't wait to read more in this series!!

Witches, curses, small-town charm, and a grumpy mayor? Say less. 😍
The Scottish setting is enchanting, the sisterly dynamic adds depth, and the slow-burn tension delivers just the right amount of magic. Sloane & Knox are total opposites, but the chemistry? 🔥 And yes, there’s a little spice to heat things up. 🌶️😉

thanks to @netgalley and @gallerybooks for the ARC! 💫

If you love stories with magic, mischief, and a hint of enemies-to-lovers, this one’s for you! 🖤🔮✨

This was a fun and cozy witchy read! It will be perfect for a good fall cozy vibe. i loved the enemies to lovers aspect mixed with fantasy and rom com. So fun!

Love’s a Witch by Tricia O’Malley
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This book had everything you could ever want in a witchy romance and I am obsessed! Dragons, familiars, spice, banter, you name it, Tricia included it.
I was hooked from the very beginning!

Sloane is the perfect FMC, wanting to make sure her family is always taken care of and protected, but always forgetting to care for herself in the process.
Knox Douglas makes sure she knows he will always be in her corner (after trying to run her out of town of course) and shows her that people will show up for them when they need help.

Thank you @triciaomalleyauthor and @netgalley for the e-arc!

Enchanting Romantasy with a Cozy Scottish Flair

Tricia O’Malley’s Love’s a Witch offers readers a heartwarming journey into a world where magic and love intertwine. Set in the picturesque town of Briarhaven, the story follows Sloane MacGregor as she confronts a family curse and rekindles old flames. 

Highlights:
• Atmospheric Setting: The Scottish locale is richly described, immersing readers in its mystical charm.
• Compelling Romance: The evolving relationship between Sloane and Knox is both tender and filled with tension, capturing the essence of second-chance love. 
• Magical Realism: The integration of magical elements feels organic, enhancing the narrative without overwhelming it.

Considerations:
• Pacing: Certain plot developments unfold predictably, which may lessen suspense for some readers.
• Character Exploration: Deeper insights into supporting characters could have added layers to the story.

Thank you to Gallery Books and NetGalley for providing an ARC of this enchanting novel.

I went into Love’s a Witch hoping for a fun read but unfortunately, it didn’t hold my interest. The plot felt slow and lacked the momentum I needed to stay invested. I made it about 25% of the way through before deciding to put it down.

To be fair, the writing has a whimsical, lighthearted tone that some readers may enjoy—especially if you're drawn to cozy, magical settings and charming small-town vibes. But for me, the pacing and plot just didn’t click. It might be a better fit for readers looking for a cute, low-stakes escape, but it wasn’t what I was hoping for.

What a cute witchy book! I had such a fun time reading this book with all of the magical aspects, the relationships (both romantic and familial), as well as the unique town aspect. This feels like the perfect book to snuggle up and read during the fall time! I enjoyed reading about the relationship between Knox and Sloane and can see how their relationship likely grew even closer in the epilogue. However, I wish there was a bit more focus on breaking the curse, instead of Knox immediately being in love with Sloane and Sloane not knowing what to do. I think there were a lot of unique side characters that I would have liked to learn more about, but I am hoping that another book in this series will involve Liam and Raven??? I would say this book was like a 3.75 for me, but the amount and intensity of the smut threw me off a bit. I'm looking forward to seeing others enjoy this book when it is published on August 26th (just in time for cooler fall weather). Thank you to NetGalley, Tricia O'Malley, and Gallery Books for the early preview of this book!