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ashlynash's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book! I took basic college chemistry and didn't understand all of the little jokes at the top of each chapter, but I got enough to really enjoy the geeky humor. That's just a bonus, though. The actual story was a well written and intricately woven, cozy mystery without an actual murder. There was plenty of peril and red herrings, and I'm happy to say I couldn't predict the outcome.
For anyone who sees science as the antithesis of magic, like our heroine did, here's a fun read with enough skepticism to keep the logic minded happy, and the rest of us just happy to suspend disbelief and escape into a terrific place, time, and family.
For anyone who sees science as the antithesis of magic, like our heroine did, here's a fun read with enough skepticism to keep the logic minded happy, and the rest of us just happy to suspend disbelief and escape into a terrific place, time, and family.
lakesidebooks's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It was long and got repetitive
lilys_booknook's review against another edition
4.0
Witchy Romance 4⭐️
Chemist Magic
Funny Ghost
Mystery
Grace is a chemist who believes in science, not magic. She helps run her aunt Lucy’s magic shop after she had an accident. Dario is a reporter trying to figure out what’s going on with all the incidents with the shops. A little mystery, magic, banter, and spice.
Chemist Magic
Funny Ghost
Mystery
Grace is a chemist who believes in science, not magic. She helps run her aunt Lucy’s magic shop after she had an accident. Dario is a reporter trying to figure out what’s going on with all the incidents with the shops. A little mystery, magic, banter, and spice.
meganrmc's review
5.0
Another fun romance from Abigail Drake! It's the perfect read going into Halloween!
act4life25's review against another edition
4.0
Thank you Netgalley for an advanced digital copy!
This was such a lighthearted and fun book. Initially, I wanted to read the book solely based on the cover. Magic, spells, and hocus pocus...sign me up! When I found out there was romance in it, I’ll be honest and say that I wasn’t too intrigued anymore since I am not typically a fan of romance books. HOWEVER, this book did it in a great way and I didn’t feel as if I was reading solely a romance.
This was a comfy-cozy read. I read this over several days of cuddling up in bed and various armchairs with tea or coffee and enjoyed.
All of the characters were so likable and personable. I felt like these were everyday people I would meet on the street, which is what Abigail Drake must have been going for since this takes place in a small town where everyone knows everyone.
I also found out after reading this book that it is (technically) the second book in the South Side Stories series. This does not feel like a sequel. If I’m not mistaken, the other book deals with different characters and they overlap. The characters were well-rounded and I didn’t feel as if I was missing anything by not reading the other book. However, now I want to read the other book.
The only thing about this book that I found myself not liking was the length. With this type of book, I feel like it should be a 1-2 sitting book. Easy, light, and quick. This book felt too long for what it was.
Overall, I think the story and characters were so fun to experience and can’t wait to see what else Abigail Drake has in store.
This was such a lighthearted and fun book. Initially, I wanted to read the book solely based on the cover. Magic, spells, and hocus pocus...sign me up! When I found out there was romance in it, I’ll be honest and say that I wasn’t too intrigued anymore since I am not typically a fan of romance books. HOWEVER, this book did it in a great way and I didn’t feel as if I was reading solely a romance.
This was a comfy-cozy read. I read this over several days of cuddling up in bed and various armchairs with tea or coffee and enjoyed.
All of the characters were so likable and personable. I felt like these were everyday people I would meet on the street, which is what Abigail Drake must have been going for since this takes place in a small town where everyone knows everyone.
I also found out after reading this book that it is (technically) the second book in the South Side Stories series. This does not feel like a sequel. If I’m not mistaken, the other book deals with different characters and they overlap. The characters were well-rounded and I didn’t feel as if I was missing anything by not reading the other book. However, now I want to read the other book.
The only thing about this book that I found myself not liking was the length. With this type of book, I feel like it should be a 1-2 sitting book. Easy, light, and quick. This book felt too long for what it was.
Overall, I think the story and characters were so fun to experience and can’t wait to see what else Abigail Drake has in store.
stella_starstruck's review
4.0
I really liked this novel. I found it to be charming and magical and even better, scientific! The heroine is a Ph.D. candidate who is accused of allowing a student to cheat on an exam. While she is waiting for the university's review, she helps her aunt run her magic shop. She meets a very interesting reporter and a few other characters.
This isn't a serious novel by any means, but it was an enjoyable one. I would be quite happy to read more about Grace and Dario.
This isn't a serious novel by any means, but it was an enjoyable one. I would be quite happy to read more about Grace and Dario.
jellybean1981's review
5.0
My first Abigail Drake book which was recommended on a facebook book lovers page... I bought all three books!
A story about a women who is destined to be Dr/Professor in Chemistry at her local university, however this changes overnight for her.... she then finds herself in the South Side working in her aunts Hocus Pocus Magic Shop while her aunt is getting over a nasty fall... here she finds alot out about herself and what she really wants in life after being stitched up by people she cared about!
A handsome reporter, a guy who looks like a viking and a love potion
A story about a women who is destined to be Dr/Professor in Chemistry at her local university, however this changes overnight for her.... she then finds herself in the South Side working in her aunts Hocus Pocus Magic Shop while her aunt is getting over a nasty fall... here she finds alot out about herself and what she really wants in life after being stitched up by people she cared about!
A handsome reporter, a guy who looks like a viking and a love potion
javamama38's review against another edition
5.0
Loved this. The main character was a chemist and I loved that about her. She was quirky and fun and the entire story kept me hooked until the end. Another must-read from Abigail Drake!