I know I usually wait until release day to post reviews, but i just couldn't with this one. It was such a fun read! Scotland with snow, need I say more? I loved the magic system, and there's talking familiars, and dragons! The spice between Knox and Sloane was a delicious slow burn that nearly lit my Kindle on fire! The mystery of their curse was enticing, and I couldn't turn the pages fast enough! I loved all the characters and can't wait for the next installment! Thank you, @gallerybooks @netgalley and @triciaomalleyauthor for the chance to read this book, I absolutely loved it! Preorder your copy now!

A low stakes and cozy, yet spicy read. it did remind me of pumpkin spice cafe and I would say it's true to the comp, if you enjoyed that you would really enjoy this one

Love’s a Witch by Tricia O’Malley introduces an enchanting premise: Sloane MacGregor, a witch returning to her ancestral village, must break a curse to secure her future, all while navigating a budding romance with Knox Douglas, the town’s wealthy provost. While the magical setting had potential, the story didn’t quite click for me, which was a huge disappointment because I was hoping this would be the perfect book to usher in the fall vibes!

I struggled with inconsistencies in the internal logic—like Sloane criticizing Knox for his wealth while acknowledging her own family’s affluence—which made it hard to stay immersed. The humor, though frequent, often fell flat for my taste, and I found it difficult to connect with the characters or feel invested in their journey.

That said, readers who enjoy lighthearted, witchy romances with a cozy small-town vibe might still find charm in this book. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t the right fit for me.

Love's a Witch by Tricia O'Malley is pure, cozy magic, with a delightful dose of steamy and a definite touch of spice. This book is a feel-good escape with witty banter and organic magic. The characters are wonderfully quirky and the romance is genuinely sweet, but also undeniably hot. I devoured this charmer. If you love a quirky, supernatural, and steamy read, pick this up. Pure joy.

4.5 - Tricia does it again. A lighthearted, magic filled story that has you engrossed in the characters. I am excited to see what is in store for the MacGregor sisters.

This would be the absolute perfect book for the fall! It was the perfect witchy romance and it had alllll the vibes! So cozy and so hot

Love's a Witch is a fun Scottish romantasy! Sloane is a witch who comes from a family who was cursed hundreds of years ago. Her and her three sisters have essentially on the run from the curse their entire lives. Before her 25th birthday, Sloane's grandmother asks that she return to Briarhaven. Upon their return, Sloan and her sisters run into Knox, the towns provost who then tries to run them out of town. After finding that he has an undeniable pull to Sloan, Knox has to decide if his loyalty is to himself or the town he is supposed to protect.

I loved this story! There are so many layers! The romance between Knox and Sloane is enemies to lovers and their chemistry is off the charts. The sister relationships are lovely and Broca(her grandmother) is a blast. The way that Tricia weaves in the emotional trauma of the curse and Sloane's past with magical elements makes this book stand out!

Highly recommend- especially if you love Scottish romance!

Thank you NetGalley and Gallery Books for the ARC!

I loved the witchy hijinks, fairytale vibes in a small Scottish town, and the witches! Even though it was COZY cozy, it was still unafraid to tackle heavy emotions. If you want something fun, cheesy with great chemistry between the characters, then check this out!

Hijinks, sisterhood, and magic: when witch Sloane, her two sisters, and her grandmother want to return to the Scottish village where they grew up, they're facing an uphill battle due to a centuries-old curse. But with help from an adorable dog-with-wings familiar, a coven, and the love of Knox, the caretaker of the magical town, can Sloane break the curse -- and fall in love?

✨Witchy chaos, irresistible chemistry, and a fairy tale town brimming with magical mischief—this cozy romantasy is pure charm from start to finish!

From the first page, I was swept into the windswept magic of Briarhaven, a Scottish town where spells sizzle, curses linger, and second chances just might be real. At the heart of it all is Sloane MacGregor, the fiercely loyal eldest sister of a long-cursed witchy bloodline. Called back to town just as her powers begin to awaken, Sloane must find a way to break the centuries-old curse shadowing her family. The only problem? Knox Douglas—Briarhaven’s gruff, no-nonsense mayor—isn’t exactly thrilled to see her… and definitely not prepared for what her magic stirs in both the town and his heart.

The romance here is everything you want in an enemies-to-lovers arc: heated glares, witty banter, and a slow-burning connection that feels earned and electric. Sloane and Knox have incredible chemistry that sparks across the page, and it was genuinely satisfying to see their guarded hearts begin to soften in each other’s presence. And don’t even get me started on the familiars—a mini highland cow and a tiny dragon? Adorable doesn’t even begin to cover it.

What I loved most was how the book blended lighthearted magical fun with emotional undercurrents: Sloane’s burden of responsibility, her deep bond with her sisters, and the struggle to balance control with vulnerability. The family dynamic was touching, the setting felt alive with folklore and small-town quirks, and the whimsical tone made this an easy, comforting read.

While it didn’t dive too deeply into the darker themes, that breezy tone suited the story perfectly. It's like curling up with a Hallmark movie—if Hallmark had witches, curses, and a grumpy Scotsman guarding the town from magical disasters.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3.5 rounded up)
A very huge thanks to NetGalley and Gallery Books for providing me with this delicious romance witchery fantasy I absolutely devoured in exchange for my honest review. I’m already excited for the next MacGregor sister’s story—bring on more hexes, heart, and Highland charm!

I definitely found "Love's a Witch" a bit cheesy at times, but overall it's a super enjoyable and fun romance. Would highly recommend for fans of Erin Sterling.

Thank you to Netgalley and Gallery Books for the ARC in exchange of my honest review!

The chemistry between the main characters was great! I loved the dialogue between the two main characters. The humor in it was lovely and added to the reading experience.

Would definitely recommend this book if you like enemies to lovers, magical pets, and a Scottish small town. Definitely a fun and cozy witchy read for the fall!

I am hexed to love Briarhaven. Ex hex by Erin Sterling with a twist. He is the mayor trying to drive away a cursed witch, Sloane.

This was such a fun book! I adored absolutely everything from this book and now must devour everything else this author has written!

Tricia has done it once again! This book is chalked FULL of charm, spice, and romance. The story touched my soul.
From the moment Blue bounded onto the page, first I had to dry my tears because IYKYK, and then I had the BIGGEST smile on my face!
Iloved the concept for
this magical town. I only wish it was a real place I could visit. I'm absolutely in love. You can't help becoming invested in all the town characters. Ilove the strong female characters Tricia always writes with beautiful & meaningful challenges.
Lastly this book really hit home for me as I am very close with my Grandma. Not to give only spoilers but thank you for writing that Tricia. So often, our society doesn't give our elderly the respect they deserve and sometimes they are the saving grace to their grandchildren, as mine was. She's my everything and this story embodied that relationship. So thank you. It was beautiful! I can't wait to see what's next for these Charming ladies.

This book promised magic, Scottish charm, romance, and an adorable little pupper with blue wings and delivered all of them with witt and passion!
The whole time I was reading it I was torn between wanting to scream at Sloane for being so stubborn and also hug her because we have all been there. And Knox kind of did both for me? I mean, he is a dream come true in all the ways a fictional character can be. The only improvement I could make to this book is if it were real and I could go visit Briarhaven.

Thank you to Netgalley and Gallery Books for the ARC!

This was an unexpected delight! I enjoyed the little magical town of Briarhaven and all its quirky occupants. It was humorous and just downright cute. Sloane is definitely an older sister, and Knox was just the right amount of fun to take her down a notch while also embracing her need to control. The magical elements and intricacies were easy to follow and understand. This is a perfect low-stakes, witchy, romcom, and I'm sold. I'm excited for the rest of the series and looking forward to seeing which sister or friend the next story follows.

This book was so much fun! When a cursed family of witches returns to the town where it occurred long ago, they inadvertently bring their bad luck on the inhabitants. They must work together to end the curse and allow themselves to get to know their community. Sloane comes into her magic at age 25. She must learn how to control it before she can cause harm. Knox is there to protect the town but falls for her despite his best efforts. They are exciting together and bring such passion and romance to the story.

Love’s a Witch was a delightful romance following Sloane, who has returned to town to help her grandmother, and Knox the “mayor”. Sloane and her family’s line have been cursed so upon returning to town, her magic and the town’s goes wonky.
I really enjoyed the magical elements of this book and Blue her familiar. This book definitely sets itself up for more interconnected standalones.
I do wish there was a little more depth to Sloane and Knox’s relationship - would have loved to maybe have a few flashback scenes from their youth. I also wish there were a few more Knox POV chapters.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and am hoping to see more by this author (in this same world!!!) in the future. 4⭐️

Absolutely adored this Scottish love story. The characters really fit well together and the chemistry was heartwarming. The artwork of the cover is just as amazing as well!