The Dues & Don'ts of Magic
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Pub Date Oct 6 2026 | Archive Date Nov 10 2026
Saga Press | S&S/Saga Press
Description
Spidena Kettle runs a quiet magic shop at the edge of town, selling just enough spells and potions to keep herself afloat—and out of trouble—when Benthrop Hozel enters her shop one day. On the run from the nefarious sort, he simply wishes to be forgotten by his pursuers. In exchange, he promises a favor.
Such a deal could have dire consequences if Ben is unable to fulfill his end of the bargain. Not that the witch is overly concerned—after all, there’s no risk to her making such an arrangement with a normal human. Only…Ben may be more than he seems. With their fates forcibly intertwined for a full journey, Spidena and Ben must not only evade their enemies and use precious magical resources to get by, but confront the secrets they’ve long kept…that is, if they can manage to stop getting on each other’s last nerve for long enough to do so.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781668234105 |
| PRICE | $30.00 (USD) |
| PAGES | 352 |
Available on NetGalley
Average rating from 36 members
Featured Reviews
Abigail B, Reviewer
I've read some of Delemhach's work before (The House Witch trilogy), and I think I enjoyed the start to her new series even more. Spidena and Ben are fantastic, well-drawn characters, and the cast of folks that end up surrounding them on this part of their journey are wonderful. The benefits and the issues of the magic system were interesting, along with the slow revelations of the more political side of issues in the world.
But the banter and annoyances between Spidena and Ben were hilarious and delightful, and the slowest of slow burns of their romance felt really natural. Along the way, we learn more about Ben and Spidena's secrets, but of course, there's more to come in the next books of the trilogy!
Lindsay B, Reviewer
If there's one thing about me, I am going to eat up a cozy fantasy novel. I enjoyed this thoroughly. It took a little bit to get going so I wasn't sure how I felt about it but the ending really pulled it all together and I am now distraught that I have to wait for the next book to be published.
Leslie Y, Librarian
The Dues and Don'ts of Magic
Delemhach
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Book: 30
Favorite quote:
"There are worse things than being useful."
First, thank you to NetGalley, Delemhach, and Saga Press for the opportunity to read the ARC for The Dues and Don'ts of Magic.
Delemhach is my favorite author and I have read most of her works and own the omnibus of House Witch. When I found out that The Dues and Don'ts of Magic was coming off of Royal Road and onto NetGalley, I was thrilled. This book was everything I wanted it to be and I cannot wait for the next one!
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