The perfect blend of Jane Austen and witchy romance, this book just completely hit the right spot. I loved the characters, how the witches defied the convention of the day while still bringing Tiffany a swoon-worthy romance with a dashing duke (who also happens to be a pirate).

Tiffany was the perfect character to tell this story. Constrained by the rules of polite society, while also discovering that she has magic for the first time, she was able to straddle the line between the witches’ more free world and the uptight and restrictive world of her Sister-in-law. The constant battle between the desire to be free and the desire not to be completely ostracized from society really worked with the regency setting.

And Santiago was the perfect love interest for this. Dashing and charming, but with the roguish element of his past, he fit in well with the witches as he found his own path through society. I enjoyed his parts as much as I did Tiffany’s and it really highlighted the difference in expectations between Tiffany, a lady, and Santiago, a duke who can get away with so much because of his title.

If you like Jane Austen or Bridgerton, but want a more witchy vibe for Halloween, this is one I’ll be recommending to anyone I meet.

Lady Tiffany does not wish to marry. When she meets her great aunt Esme, she realizes that a life of independence where she is free to explore her own witchy gifts is within her reach. To make matters more complex, enter Santiago - pirate and secret-duke - who makes companionship seem more desirable. As the two investigate the wild magic that is surging in town, they must decide who they want to be, for themselves and each other.

Cute, quirky historical romance with a magical twist. I highly enjoyed the side characters too.

This book was fast moving chaos from the first page. An outraged—and siren of a witch—Lady Tiffany, a green velvet clad pirate, and the Ton set the scene and it rolls forward in glorious chaos sweeping you up in its electrical current. I love this group of witches! This was way more entertaining than I expected. So fun!

Kate noted that this was her first historical fiction and I think she should be really proud of herself. Kate noted the amount of research required and her dedication was obvious. It was a wonderful read and I am sure this is why I enjoyed this book so much. I really enjoy reading historical romances and this was an absolute delight. I hope Kate writes more of this genre!

Big thanks to NetGalley, Harpercollins UK, One More Chapter and Kate Johnson for an early release copy of this book. This is my honest review.

This is the third book set in this world and I loved it just as much as the previous. Johnson writes such fun books and I always finish them smiling. Tiffany does not know she is a witch until her Aunt tells her and then her eyes are open to the new world and how different London is. I loved this book and the historical element made it so much fun!

Well, this was fun!! This was my first read from this author, and I loved it! I love a good PNR and this had a historical element to it, which added a different flavor. The characters were great, the magic was lovely, and the romance had a little spice. Overall, just really enjoyable.

This is the 3rd book in the Best Hex Ever series, spicy paranormal stories set in the Regency era. Lady Tiffany has always had the ability to bring inanimate objects to life, like pictures, but she never knew why until she finds out from her aunt that she’s a witch.
Through her aunt she sees a whole different side of London and meets a dashing pirate/aristocrat. I loved the paranormal Regency London setting, 4 stars.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley, I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I usually love a regency romance that blends in a little bit of magic. Hex and Hexability was certainly that, and the magic was definitely enjoyable, but outside of the magic, I just felt like it didn't really sparkle.

Lady Tiffany Worthington is not like other girls. You know this because she thinks a lot about how different she is and how much trouble she has fitting in and how boring her sister in law is. And indeed, she's so much not like other girls that she's a witch, which she learns from a mysterious aunt who tracks her down during her London season. Meanwhile, she's also in a tizzy about a mysterious pirate/businessman who's actually a duke. Also there's a sea monster terrorizing the shipping lanes and a war building in France.

At a surface level, this book was generally silly and enjoyable fun, but if I spent too long thinking about it, I got a little frustrated. Some things were too little explained, others too obvious. The romance suffered from too much circular thinking and retreading of the same "do I like him or did he lie" pattern. The magic was fun and Aunt Esme and her coven were delightful, but Tiffany was kind of annoying (see the emphasis on how little like other girls she was). The ending was dizzyingly overstuffed and the big reveal didn't really feel like the payoff it was supposed to be.

I think there was some potential here, but it ultimately didn't quite hit.

3.25/5

I really enjoyed this installment to Kate Johnson's series - Tiffany and Santiago were brilliant characters and I loved the way Tiffany's powers manifested and were mastered throughout the story.

Having read Hex and the City last year I knew I would enjoy Hex and Hexability too, but actually I was pleasantly surprised that it did not fit my expectations! I thought it would be a light, seasonal read - which it is - but Kate Johnson’s first take on a historical novel did not disappoint and I loved the regency romance x witch vibe! Santiago was an excellent MMC, quietly observing and protecting those around him who are most vulnerable, and I enjoyed seeing his swaggering piratical veneer crumble as he fell further in love with Lady Tiffany. I also loved seeing Tiffany come into her own and out of the claws of Elinor, and the found family she discovered with Esme, Madhu, Billy and the gang.

All in all, an enjoyable, witchy novel that’s perfect for spooky season. A big thank you to the publishers and Netgalley for the e-ARC.

This was thoroughly enjoyable, I absolutely loved Tiffany and Santiago. The story was magickal, I loved the era too and the mannerisms. The group of witches were great too, and their talents. Just a great book.
Kate will definitely be a go to author for me.

Thank you to netgalley, the author and the publishers for an e-arc copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a fun read. The setting is set very well giving Bridgerton vibes, but with witches and more drama. The characters are funny, diverse, and quirky. The romance is a slow burn with tons of miscommunication. I would recommend.

Absolutely love Kate Johnson's books. Pure coziness and a little magic. I throughly enjoy this series.

This book had me hooked with its mix of romance, adventure, and a touch of witchcraft. At the start, Tiffany is an unwilling debutante who wants nothing more than to be independent and avoid marriage at all costs. Watching her grow and learn that life isn’t so black and white was such a satisfying part of the story. I also appreciated how it touched on the misunderstandings that arise from our own biases and assumptions.

It has a bit of a Bridgerton-with-witches vibe but without the problematic consent issues (I have strong opinions on that scene in the first Bridgerton book!). Overall, it’s a delightful blend of Regency-era charm and magical intrigue.

I was intrigued by this book after reading the blurb- regency romance but make it fantasy, sign me up! I, like many other romance fans, have been suffering from Bridgerton withdrawals. So when Hex and Hexability promised Bridgerton vibes, I needed to read it immediately! This was such a fun story, and I really enjoyed the characters. We had mutual like-to-dislike, a mysterious sea creature, and a rugged duke/pirate returning from exile! There was a lot to enjoy in this story, but I would say the ending was not as strong as the beginning. I felt that Tiffany and Santiago’s final argument was unnecessary and I don't believe it added much to the story. I also felt that some of the conflicts our characters were facing wrapped up a little too easily in the end. Still, I overall enjoyed this book, and I look forward to reading more from Kate Johnson.

3.7 ⭐
1 🌶️

🐙 Historical paranormal romance
🐙 Cute cost funny
🐙 Easy read
🐙 Fast paced

This was a fun twist on the historical romance genre with introduction of paranormal concepts and humour. I've enjoyed this authors other work a lot and this was a wee bit different.

Just an easy, light read for fall!

This one was just okay for me. I felt like the plot was a bit rushed and not fully fleshed out. I also felt that way with the relationships between Tiffany, her family, and the witches.

But, all in all, I thought Tiffany and Santiago were sweet, the story was cute, it was entertaining enough to keep me going (it got better as it went along), and it just felt like a cozy, witchy read!

I loved this just as much as the first. I think the author can do no wrong and it’s a perfect book for Halloween.

A cozy witch mystery romance with bridgerton vibes.
Super fast cozy read. Characters ❤️ pacing was a little off but overall I loved it.

This is the second book I’ve read by this author and I’ve really enjoyed them both!! I love the regency/paranormal feel. It’s a perfect fall read! I love the chemistry between the MCs. I just don’t understand why the ending was such a departure from what Tiffany felt the entire book? But great read and very entertaining. I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.