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.

I highly recommend this adorable series! It's inclusive, humorous, and perfect for the middle school age group.

The diabetic main character and her service dog absolutely stole my heart, and the magic system is quirky and unique. Can't wait to see what's next for this brave girl!

This one is a sequel to Clare Edge's "Accidental Demons", in which we met thirteen-year-old Bernadette (Ber), a blood witch whose magic is triggered by pricking your finger and releasing a drop of blood - and, coincidentally, a recently diagnosed type one diabetic who is still learning to navigate her disease and, well, not conjure demons every time she tests. The two parts are tightly connected, so I highly recommend checking out this cycle starting with "Accidental Demons". This series is everything you could want in an upper-middle-grade/lower YA [*] cozy urban fantasy, combining a fun magical adventure with a discussion of the oh-so-real and often disturbing things a contemporary teen might encounter.

[*] you know, that liminal age category that doesn't have a generally established name: things like dating, first period, and body image are already relevant (unlike in much of middle grade), but high school GPAs and college applications aren't yet (unlike in much of contemporary YA).

The following will contain spoilers for the first book.

"Mixing Magics" picks up right where we left Ber in the first book: she now has new friends from other magical traditions, including the mind mage Cai, whom she's dating. She also now has a blood-sugar-sniffing dog, which makes her life a lot easier with those accidental conjurings. But she's missing both her grandmother and Fin, who disappeared into the demon dimension during the confrontation with the other coven's rogue witches. Worse, it seems that no one else in the family really cares about helping Grandma Orla return, so now it's up to Ber and her friends to solve the mystery.

I really liked that towards the end of "Accidental Demons" we learned about other magical traditions and met some of the other magical kids in Ber's town, and we get to see more of their friendships and collaborations in this part! Not always effective collaborations, it should be noted, which is inevitable when people come from different secretive traditions and were raised to be suspicious of each other. And it feels like this magical world is way bigger behind the scenes - I would love to learn more about it if Edge ever writes another installment! Cai and his mind magic - Ber is a little too eager to use his magical abilities as a master key to her life's problems - but we also get a little bit of the difficulty of living with constant knowledge - if not the exact thoughts, then at least the general moods of everyone around you, and how overwhelming that can be. And we may or may not get a major revelation about Cai near the end that would change their shared discovery of the world in interesting ways - I really wonder if that means there will be more installments to come.

Publication date November 11, 2025

In the meantime, I look forward to whatever Edge is going to publish - a darker YA title has been announced for 2026.

Thanks to the publisher for providing me with an eARC through NetGalley. The opinion above is my own.

I've been in love with the concept of Ber and her magic since Accidental Demons, the first book in the series, and I've been excited for the sequel. Edge does such a great job of infusing humor and heart into the story, making it appeal to all ages, even if it's directed at middle grade readers. (As a parent who still reads with her middle grader sometimes, that's huge!) I also love the effortlessly inclusive representation, which is needed at that age.

Just as clever and charming as the first book--highly recommend! Edge builds on the characters, magic, and world, while still keeping our attention with new adventure and high stakes as Ber searches for answers and Grandma Orla!

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for the e-ARC of Mixing Magics!
3.5 / 5 ⭐

“I love her with my entire heart, and probably some other organs too.”

Mixing Magics is a sequel, but I picked up the ARC without reading the first book by mistake; I still found it easy to follow. At its heart, Mixing Magics is a middle grade coming of age story centered around Ber, our thirteen year old protagonist who was recently diagnosed with diabetes. It's also a story about blood witches, demon realms, missing loved ones, and finding out what happens when you have “profound and irrevocable faith” in your own power. A cute read - I’ll need to go back and read the first one!

A super fun follow-up to Accidental Demons. This book expands on the magic and the world, and provides a compelling adventure for Ber and her friends. A very solid middle grade read!

This book was a cute, action packed novel about a witch and coming into power. Mixing Magics is a very open novel with plenty of representation accross all types of people.

Perfect for Young Adults to read as well.

This is the second book in a series so make sure to read the first one before heading into this one.

This was a fun read! The author does such a good job at giving this book a magical fantasy vibe. Its also fast paced so you will find yourself reading one page after another and submerged in the story. It's a very inclusive storyline. Very good read! I will say the ending felt a bit rushed or so but overall it was a very satisfying story!!! Loved it!

Mixing Magics is a fun and fast-paced fantasy with a unique take on spellcraft and alchemy. The worldbuilding is vibrant, filled with quirky rules of magic that feel both fresh and grounded. I especially enjoyed the dynamic between the two main characters—one methodical, the other chaotic—which made for a great opposites-attract friendship (or something more 👀?).

The pacing was solid, and the plot had just enough twists to keep me turning pages. I do wish there had been a bit more depth to some of the side characters, and the ending felt slightly rushed, but overall it was a really enjoyable read. Perfect for fans of Scholomance-style magical academies or Carry On-esque magical chaos.

Looking forward to the sequel—because that cliffhanger? Not okay. 😅

This book is really cute and very inclusive. It is a great read for a preteen or as a family read. The FMC is a witch that has diabetes and a service dog that helps her regulate her insulin. This book shows what it is like to lose a family member and control your powers. This book could have a huge impact on anyone that reads it. I absolutely love how it is written. There are so many fun characters and just the style of writing itself flows beautiful. As a teacher I can see this having a major impact on any child that is newly identified with diabetes or has been struggling with it.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the advanced reader copy.

First thing to know is this book is a sequel, so grab Accidental Demons first - you won't regret it!

Another cute adventure for Ber, Cai, and their friends and assorted pets (and demons!). A direct follow-up on the first book, Ber is seeking answers to the riddle left behind that will reveal how to save her Grandmother Orla and Fin. Sometimes riddles cause more problems than they give answers.

While there are plenty of magic hijinks, there's also a good foundation of disability awareness and LGBT+ characters. All topics are more than approachable for older middle grade readers and pre-teens while still being an enjoyable read for older readers.

I adore this series and am very happy to have stumbled across it and am crossing my fingers for more books. The characters are relatable and their actions are understandable, even if they don't always make the wisest choices. The book wraps up the plot, but leaves plenty of opportunities for future adventures.

Highly recommended!

I am so in love with this series. It's both heartfelt and extremely funny, just the right amount of emotional, and so completely magical.