I absolutely loved this book! It’s such a fun, magical story with a perfect mix of humor, romance, and fantasy. The characters are charming and relatable, and I loved watching their relationships grow throughout the story.

The world-building is engaging without being overwhelming, and the magic feels playful and imaginative. I also appreciated the pacing—it kept me hooked from start to finish.

Overall, it’s a feel-good, enchanting read that left me smiling and completely satisfied. Definitely a 5-star favorite for me! ✨📚💖

Mixing Magics completely enchanted me from start to finish! I loved the vivid world-building, the magic, and the lovable characters, especially with the thoughtful inclusion of diabetes representation and an alert dog! It kept me smiling and gasping along with every twist. An absolute delight! Thank you, NetGalley!

This series has become a fast favorite in our household. My T1 loves the representation and validation she gets from these stories. Mixing Magics is the sequel to Accidental Demons, both books a perfect blend of real life and magic. This is a great family or buddy read with your kiddo that explores grief, friendship, change and other big feelings.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a great sequel and I really enjoyed this story. This was a great fantasy and was such a fun read.

After the end of the first book, Ber is stuck. She’s just starting to learn about the wider magical community, her grandma disappeared into the demon dimension, she’s still trying to get a handle on her diabetes, and it doesn’t seem like her family is trying very hard to get her grandma back.

In typical teenager fashion, Ber decides that if they aren’t gonna do it, she’ll do it herself (with the help of her friends, of course.

This was a good follow up to the last book, I enjoyed it a lot. This book may not be the most action packed, but instead kind of deals with some important realizations for Ber.

In an entertaining read, this book manages to touch on many important ideas. The importance of communication in relationships, the cycle of prejudice, a lack of understanding history perpetuating broken systems, the dangers of assumptions and the importance of being ever open to learning more about the variety of experiences rather than assuming you understand what people are going through.

These are all touched on through the experience of the characters, demonstrating that even if things go wrong, and you mess up or say something while you’re lashing out, it’ll be ok. You just need to work with the people around you to resolve things, which is a pretty important thing to model for the actual target demographic.

I had a good time with this series! I think that people who are used to fantasy adventures might find it a bit anti-climactic, but honestly I think that the way they resolve issues is fitting. Possibly a little hand wavy towards the end there, but its not like everything is perfectly resolved in a neat little bow. Instead, armed with knowledge, our characters decided to try and build something new in their community as the dynamics within both the family and the community has begun to change through this process.

5 stars

This was everything I could have hoped for and more. Ber has a LOT on her plate from rescuing grandma, growing up, and managing her blood sugar. The world building is really developed here, along with family history and how that affects present day. I loved the demon dimension (and not going to lie, would have stayed in it). I am sad it seems this story is at a close when I've grown to love not only the human characters, but animals and demons too. (For the record I would have DIED if an old man I just met discoved my period along with me, but Ber is more mature than I am)

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an advanced copy to form opinions from.

You can't even imagine how glad I am for the return of the teen diabetic blood witch. "Accidental Demons" was one of my favorite reads last year and a big surprise hit for me. (Light spoilers ahead for book one.) It's the story of Bernadette Crowley who comes from a family of blood witches. They are able to conjure demons upon intentional blood sacrifice, which is no big deal for most witches but becomes a big problem when you are a diabetic who has to test glucose levels multiple times a day. As if having diabetes isn't awful enough, Bernadette also keeps accidentally summoning demons and her life has become a bit unbearable lately. Her solution was to conjure a blood sugar-sniffing demon, but she ends up with a being more powerful and mysterious than intended. The demon Fin must be my favorite talking dragon-wolf entity I've ever read about. Well ok, there is no competition. They are fancy and intelligent and very helpful in telling blood sugar without any bleeding involved, but they are also mischievous and strangely interested in the Crowley family. After the events of book one they are unfortunately missing together with Bernadette's grandma Orla, and it's up to Bernadette and her family and friends to bring them back. I'm very glad for "Mixing Magics", because there were many unanswered questions at the end of "Accidental Demons". Book two is set a couple of weeks after book one, with Bernadette trying to decode an unhelpful prophecy and with her being very frustrated over the whole situation. I actually really liked that she was so stressed out, because I think that it's uncommon to acknowledge that in middle grade. She's got a missing grandma and a missing demon, her diabetes sucks all day everyday and her friends try to understand her situation but are still occasionally inconsiderate. It gave more depth to Bernadette as a character. I also like all of her friends, but I really wish that her and Cai would just be best friends instead of a romantic couple. Their romance felt a bit unnecessary to me, maybe because they are only 13 and at that age I didn't even know what a boy was, essentially. But it's great how many interactions of the friend group are about how every kind of magic has positive and negative sides and that no magic is better than the others. Still, the second book felt less witchy to me. Maybe I liked the first book better because I was first introduced to the intriguing magic system, but there also must be way less conjuring of demons in book two in general. "Mixing Magics" focusses on the Crowley family history and the demon realm, and that was interesting to read about too, but not really what I expected from the story. There was the theme of memory - remembering and forgetting – and it almost felt like a whole different kind of magic when I actually wished to learn more about the blood magic itself. The memory part also gave heavy "Inside Out" movie vibes. The chronic illness representation was top notch, though. It's one of the only middle grade series that come to mind that really deal with diabetes to that extend while also explaining everything in an appropriate and comprehensible way for the target audience. Book two got even more medical with Bernadette getting an insulin pump, and I just really appreciate the author Clare Edge for doing the absolute most. She mentioned in the acknowledgements that she brought Bernadette's story to an end with this book, and I do actually feel a bit sad to leave this world already. Overall I liked book two a little less than book one, but this still is middle grade done right in my opinion.

Huge thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for providing a digital arc in exchange for an honest review.

A very solid follow up to the world and problems built in Accidental Demons. Though there were some moments I wished delved a little deeper into the world and rammifications, Ber remains an extremely strong protagonist that pulls you through the story well.

The saddest part is knowing there might not be more stories in this universe. I absolutely loved this book.

There isn’t enough praise for Clare Edge, this series, and Ber. Growing up as a child with T1D, there is nothing more isolating than never seeing yourself be the hero of the story. Ber is a beautifully nuanced protagonist with very messy and honest feelings about her diabetes. This book would have changed my life when I was a preteen. It changing my life now, as I’m in my twenties. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Mixing Magics offers a captivating narrative centered on Bernadette Crowley, a protagonist whose journey is both fantastical and profoundly relatable. The unique premise of managing a diabetes diagnosis alongside the nascent ability to summon demons immediately distinguishes Ber and grounds her extraordinary circumstances in a tangible, personal struggle. Her initial victories, such as checking blood sugar without accidental demonic summoning, provide charming moments of triumph, yet these are tempered by the lingering grief and frustration over her Grandma Orla's disappearance into the demon dimension.

Crowley’s resolve to rescue her grandmother drives the core of the plot, leading her to independently harness her burgeoning powers. This initiative unearths a compelling, generational history connecting her family directly to demonic entities, revealing layers of ancient betrayal that enrich the narrative's complexity. While the pacing in some sections could benefit from further development, the urgency of Ber’s quest is consistently maintained.

The supporting cast, particularly her friends Cai and Phoebe, adds depth to Ber's journey, providing camaraderie and additional dimensions to the challenges she faces. Clio, her alert dog, also contributes a delightful and practical element to the story. Mixing Magics successfully crafts an engaging adventure into the unknown, balancing high-stakes magical conflict with a resonant exploration of family legacy and self-discovery.

Picking up where Accidental Demons leaves off, Ber is trying to get her Grandma Orla and the Mystery demon Fin back from another realm, while navigating her diabetes, a romantic relationship, and friendship with other magic-users. Ber believes her other family members don't care about getting Orla back.

Ber, working with her mind-mage boyfriend Cai and plant-mage friend Phoebe, attempts to decipher a riddle Fin left. She also upgraded her diabetes management, with an alert dog and advanced technology. The stress of all that is A Lot and strains Bers relationships.

Everything works out in the end, but getting there is a bumpy ride.

While I still enjoyed this book, there were more (age-appropriate, very in-character for Ber) awkward moments and less of the fun mayhem of the first book. The pets were a highlight.

Solid fantasy adventure and sensitive portrayal of a middle-schooler trying to balance Feelings, chronic illness, and family stress.

Ber's life is a great combination of real world complications and supernatural ones. She's getting used to having a blood sugar alert dog, meanwhile her grandma's trapped in the demon dimension and her boyfriend can read her mind. It feels so relatable, even if readers are unlikely to have experienced at least two of those situations.

Mixing Magics is a cool adventure, exploring new aspects of a neat magical world. Big sis Maeve doesn't appear much in this volume, but Cai and Phoebe are a very active supporting cast.

Clare Edge delivers another magical hit with Mixing Magics, a fantastic follow-up to Accidental Demons. This book is a great mix of fun, heart, and adventure, perfect for readers who love Witchlings or Aru Shah and the End of Time.

At the center of the story is Bernadette Crowley, a young witch who's learning how to manage both her magic and her diabetes. Right from the start, Ber feels like a real kid. She's smart, determined, and trying her best to stay strong while dealing with the loss of her Grandma Orla, who vanished into the demon dimension. Ber’s frustration and grief are written in such a believable way, and it makes you root for her even more as she takes matters into her own hands.

What really stands out is how well Edge balances the magical elements with real-life struggles. Ber doesn’t just face scary demons or ancient secrets, she also faces everyday challenges that kids will recognize, and that mix gives the story so much heart. The magic system is creative and exciting, and the family history twists keep you turning the pages.

Ber’s friends Cai and Phoebe, along with her alert dog Clio, make a great team. Their friendship is full of warmth and support, which makes the more intense parts of the story feel grounded and hopeful.

Mixing Magics is everything I want in a middle grade fantasy: funny, emotional, full of imagination, and impossible to put down. Whether you’ve read the first book or not, this one will sweep you up in its world and leave you wanting more, and I would highly recommend it to fans of magical stories and middle-grade drama..

I was semi-recently diagnosed as T2 diabetic, so as soon as I saw Ber’s story I knew I needed to get my hands on it, even as my experiences are different from hers (and not just because she accidentally summons demons with her finger sticks lol), and I loved Accidental Demons so much. I’m so glad I was able to read Mixing Magics early and now have the opportunity to scream at everyone to pick it up.

Mixing Magics picks up about a month after the end of Accidental Demons, and Ber feels like she’s the only one still trying to save Grandma Orla and Fin from the demon dimension. She’s also still adjusting to dealing with her diabetes, even with the help of her alert dog, Clio, boyfriend Cai, and finally getting a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). It’s a lot, and all she wants is to have her grandmother back in their dimension. Through bonds with mages and a willingness to break from tradition (as they know it), Ber is able to find a way to reconnect with Grandma Orla.

This book is such a delight full of complicated feelings and growing pains as well as the frustration of being a diabetic. I love so much about this story and these characters and the world Clare has created. One of my absolute favorite moments is the ending with Cai and I hope Ber has more adventures ahead for me to tag along with. If you want a middle grade full of heart and adventure and friendship, as well as some realities of being diabetic and growing up, I cannot recommend this book, this series enough.

Absolutely devoured MIXING MAGICS by Clare Edge. The sequel to Accidental Demons does not disappoint. Ber remains an honest, vulnerable, and incredibly strong main character who is willing to do the hard work of facing both literal and metaphorical demons. Ber’s life as a blood witch is complicated and has become even more so since being diagnosed with and having to navigate Type 1 Diabetes as well as having her grandmother go missing in another dimension. Add in a boyfriend who can basically read her mind, accidentally conjuring a family nemesis, knowing her parents are keeping secrets, and starting her period, and things really start to feel out of control! Despite feeling overwhelmed and alone, Ber refuses to give up. An enlightening, heart-warming, humorous, and entertaining read for middle grade readers and up!

Thank you to HaperCollins and Netgalley for letting me read an early copy of this book!

Thank you to HaperCollins and Netgalley for sending me an early copy of this book! All opinions are my own!

Oh my goodness, I don't even know how to describe my love for this book, these characters, the impeccable representation Clare paints onto the page. From the simultaneous joy and pain that family can bring, to the journey of a recent life-altering diagnosis, Clare is a master of depth behind the epic, sometimes hilarious journey of Ber.

This book truly dives into the love-hate relationship that you can only really understand when you live life with a disability or chronic illness. The way that you wouldn't change a thing about yourself and your journey because it made you into *you*, while you would also give anything to just be *normal* for a moment, to have the relief of a life only a cure could bring. Ber's journey paints this picture so beautifully, in such a raw way, that it would bring me to tears at the most "random" of times.

I cannot say enough about every aspect of this book. The epic, magical journey that is thrust upon Ber is one that is so dazzling and full of life. The family dynamics, the idea of both a found family and a to-die-for even when they disappoint you biological family. It all sparkles off the page, each piece of the story its own spectacular part that would make an amazing book on its own, that all make a masterpiece when mixed together.

I absolutely adored Accidental Demons and coming back to Ber and her world in Mixing Magics felt like coming home in the best way possible. This book is sweet and sad and full of heart and humor. A perfect sequel that's a must read!

This is how you do a sequel, folks. Mixing Magics takes everything I loved about Accidental Demons—the chaos, the heart, the “oops, did I just summon a demon?” energy—and dials it all up with higher stakes and some seriously devastating family secrets.

Ber is trying her best to manage both her diabetes and her magic (and honestly? Same energy, different disasters), but life doesn’t hit pause just because you’re figuring things out. Grandma Orla’s still lost in the demon dimension, and while everyone else is dragging their feet, Ber rolls up her sleeves and says, “Fine. I’ll do it myself.” Gotta love a main character who refuses to sit quietly while everything burns.

With her loyal alert dog Clio and the best ride-or-die friends a girl could ask for, Ber dives headfirst into the kind of magical mess that uncovers generational betrayals and truths no one’s ready for. And the emotional payoff? Chef’s kiss.

If you like your magic with a side of snark, your found family messy but loyal, and your heroines absolutely DONE with waiting for permission, you’re going to love this.

Huge thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. No demons were summoned while reading—but my blood sugar spiked from the sheer drama, and honestly, worth it.

Ber was an interesting character to read but I loved this little story about living with diabetes and going through the middle school woes of life. I did not know this was a sequel so I went in a little confused but I enjoyed it.