Perfect for this time of year, Rewitched is Charmed meets cosy fantasy with an adorable dash of befriending a pensioner.

Belle feels like such a relatable protagonist - as she turns 30 she just doesn't trust herself or the choices she's made and she looks around her life wondering what she needs to do for herself to be happier.

The magical mentorship between Belle and Arty is absolutely adorable, she works in a bookshop with a boss you just love to hate and over the course of the book she battles the forces in her life that are telling her who she gets to be.

I'd have loved a bit more about Belles acceptance of herself, particularly considering the body dysmorphia raised early on in the book, but overall this was lovely, funny and stuck to a northern accent in the audiobook which I adored.

Oh wow. This book is literally made of magic.

This is such a cosy, heartwarming read perfect for autumn. Witchy and bookish and emotional, I loved our main character Belle and connected with her in so many ways - not only in the accuracy of what it's like to be a bookseller (lol), but also in exploring self-love and the fear of failure. There is a romance but it's far from the main focus of this book, which I actually really appreciated - I loved that the main love story is Belle learning to love herself. I think we could all do with reading books like that.

I wasn't expecting the twist in the plot either; I had predicted the dark magic would turn out to be one way, and while that kind of came true, even more happened that I did not see coming, which I found really fun! Admittedly, sometimes the dialogue was a little stilted, and felt a bit... not cringeworthy, but close to it; however, I did absolutely love this and the comfort it brought me, so I can't knock it down.

I'm very excited to see what Lucy Jane Wood brings out next!

❤️ 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗷𝗶𝘀:
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Rewitched introduces us to Belladonna Blackthorn (Belle), a witch who’s been letting her magic collect dust. Between dealing with her horrible boss at Lunar Books and hiding her witchy side from the world, she's feeling burnt out. But when Belle turns 30, she gets summoned by her coven to prove she still has what it takes to keep her powers—or risk losing them forever. With only October to figure things out, Belle must lean on her friends, a mysterious mentor, and, of course, a charming yet annoyingly attractive watchman.

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This book is such a perfect cozy read, especially when you're wrapped up in a blanket on a crisp autumn evening. I loved Belle—she’s exhausted (relatable), a bit all over the place (also relatable), but still fighting to keep her magic alive. The found family in this story made my heart so happy, and the slow-burn romance? It was worth the wait! Lucy Jane Wood writes in such a funny, warm way. If you're looking for a witchy read with lots of heart, this one’s perfect!

Thank you to the publisher & NetGalley for my eARC of Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood!

This was a very cute and cosy read and definitely helped get me into the cosy Halloween spirit. I liked the concept of a witch rediscovering her spark and love for magic again. There were some great twists towards the end of the story which I really enjoyed however I found it a little hard to get into the first half of the story,

Loved it.

It was a perfect balance of found family, magic, magic schooling, feminism, confidence building, self-love and female-friendship.

I loved the magic systems, especially Bonnie's magic.

Please send any other witchy books like this my way!

There's nothing particularly bad about this story, it's just that I feel like I've read it before and the writing just feels a bit clunky. You can tell this is a debut. I also think the pacing was a bit off, and it could have done with a tighter edit - cutting out a lot of the internal waffling on to make this feel a bit pacier and more dynamic. I also need to accept that I'm not that into witchy books. I always like the idea of them, but witch magic is just uninspiring and a bit boring to me. And that's definitely more a me thing, and had nothing to do with the book.

I did really enjoy some elements of this. It's a very cosy romance with a gentle relationship that feels a lot like a warm jumper and cup of hot chocolate. It's a story for self love, discovering yourself and accepting all those bits about you that you might not necessarily like but still make up you.

A great Autumnal read, but I need to accept that witchy books aren't for me. Even with the promise of romance.

The perfect book to curl up with an open fire and a mug of hot chocolate as the autumn nights draw in. This book is a wonderful mix of witchcraft, fantasy , friendship, and a slow burn love story. Bella is just turning 30 when she discovers that she must prove her worth as a witch to keep her magic. However things are not straightforward and she needs to help with all her friends and family to succeed. There are many wonderful characters in this book, but I have to say I fell in love with the wonderful elderly eccentric warlock Arti, who is tasked with being Bella is mentor. I hope we will be able to return to Bella’s world sometime in the future, and I will certainly be looking for more books from this wonderful author. Many thanks to NetGalley, and the publisher for the ARC of this novel in return for a honest review.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood is a cozy low fantasy novel that tells the story Belladonna Blackthorn, an insecure soon to be 30 year old who is happy with her life working in an independent book shop.

The only two problems in her life is the owner keeps giving her the chance to buy the store which she has turned down so her accountant nephew is running the store to her displeasure.

The Second thing is Belladonna is a witch and has just found out that she could lose her powers forever.

If you are looking for a novel that feels perfect for when it’s cold outside and you're wrapped up in a warm blanket, then .Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood is the perfect one.

Firstly we have Belladonna Blackthorn who is the main protagonist of the novel, a 29 year old who has found her place in the world which is below her ability, but does not have the confidence to reach this.

But when she fails the test to Keep her powers as a witch, in comes Rune, a watchman who is there to protect Belladonna although maybe Rune has another reason to be there.

Then we have the person who is helping Belladonna to keep her powers, a witch who has been kicked out for years but there may be more to the story than that.

Yes Rewitched, does have its flaws, as it is not quite sure what it is, for example the story does have a romance as part of the story but it does not control the novel.

It would even be classed as low fantasy as witchcraft forms a large part of the story, but strangely this is almost just a setting for the story similar to that of its location.

And yes it definitely is a cozy novel with the style of language used and the depth of detail the book goes into in various scenes.

It can also be classed as coming of age story as the Belladonna Blackthorn begins to find her true capabilities and what she wants out of life.

In addition there is a mystery element covering the book as a whole as Belladonna finds out about her family's history.

All of these elements are things Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood wb Pinterest pin 2that play a large part in the story however if you read Lucy Jane Wood’s debut novel (which is hard to believe with the quality of the story as a whole).You may be disappointed.

This is because while all of the elements are key to the novel none of them take over the story completely, for example the romance is there but it is just hinted at.

Although if the author wanted to have taken Rewitched into a more specific genre direction, all the elements were strong enough to do that.

So Lucy Jane Wood’s novel is a cosy, low fantasy, mystery, romance, that is just the perfect novel to read and delve into a book that will take you away from real life.

I need to start by saying this is one of my most anticipated releases for this year. I was so excited to get it, and the waterstones exclusive signed edition is stunning I absolutely was not disappointed I liked this this was a 6 star read amazing it was such a cute little witchy read which needs to be read in October it has all the vibes it's so autumnal it's about a witch called belladonna blackthorn what a name who works in a bookstore and has a really boring but happy content life doing the odd secret spell that is until a dashing male warlock enters the bookstore called rune who is as infuriatingly annoying as he is hot to tell her that on her 30th birthday she has to enter a coven and partake in a lot of trials to see if she is worthy of being a witch if not she will lose her powers forever so you follow her along as she gets help from a few new and old friends to help her along the way this is not only a cosy fantasy it has a little spindle Of Magic and a good old mystery along the way I loved this book so much it's my favourite book of October so far I think this will be a favourite comfort reread for many years to come

Thank you Netgalley and the Publisher for this ARC on exchange for a honest review.

“Rewitched” isn’t merely a cosy fantasy book about witches, but it turned out to be a journey of self discovery and self-acceptance, a pathway through oneself, a lesson on love in all its forms. A debut novel that will inspire the readers until the end and build a strong fondness towards the characters.

The main focus of the book is Belle’s, our main character, challenge at relearning how to use and appreciate her magic after having almost failed at the EquiWitch trail— a test where the witch must prove her worthy after fifteen years of magical experience. Belle has one entire month to learn more about magic and to gain the coven’s approval, otherwise she’ll lose her powers forever.

“Rewitched” is entirely narrated from our protagonist’s point of view and, even though I usually don’t appreciate first person narrations, I LOVED reading Belle’s thoughts. I felt so much like her, I saw myself in her fear of the future, in her desire of being perfect at the first attempt, in her terror of losing herself, in her love for her family and friends. Belle is such a complex and well-written character full of different facets and aspects that like dots come together to shape the beautiful and brave girl she is.

Even the secondary characters were unforgettable. Artorius, for instance, was such an unpredictable surprise. An old man with a dark and mysterious past that turned out to be a sweet old man, I instantly adored him.
The same applies for Rune. The romance in “Rewitched” isn’t the main character and I loved that feature. Even if I enjoyed reading about Belle and Rune’s relationship, I preferred discovering more about her journey with her magic and how all her relationships combine to create the funny and relatable moments described in the book.

Don’t expect to read a precise handbook about magic, the magic system remains blurred, but I fairly believe that it wasn’t necessary to create a meticulous magic system, since it wasn’t the story’s main focus. I appreciated how it remained important, but at the same time the author decided to keep veil of mystery.

All in all, “Rewitched” is the perfect book to read this fall. A cosy fantasy different from other books I’ve read, a novel that will warm your heart and inspire you! It’s perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls and The Ex Hex.

Belle – one of the most relatable characters I have read – hasn’t been living up to her potential at work, in her love life (what love life?!), or with her magic, so it’s a shock when she is summoned to a magical accounting ceremony for her 30th birthday where she has to prove she isn’t wasting her promise or she will lose everything important to her. As a former child prodigy who also sank under an adulting abyss of self-doubt and imposter syndrome I felt both seen and called out!

The romance and friendships she builds as she attempts to meet expectations are super sweet; the magic is enthralling, with loads of facets to explore; and the plot is packed with intrigue.

I did find the pacing a little uneven. It is a bit of a slow-starter, with the first half of the book introducing us to Belle, her life and her struggle to get out of her own way (FFS woman, why won’t you just buy the damn bookshop already?!), so a lot of the mystery and action feels squished together towards the end.

Still, this was a lovely, cosy, witchy read – perfect for this time of year – which I kept picking up when I was supposed to be doing other things. So I would definitely recommend it for these cold evenings, with a blanket and a warm drink, when you have nothing else you are supposed to be doing (and if you are also an underachieving 30+ year old, then at least you’ll know you’re not alone!).

As someone who has just turned 30 this year, it’s great to see a witchy book that has grown with us. A cosy, witchy book about self-discovery, friendship, family, a bit of romance and just the trials of the thirtieth orbital completion.

The book does start off quite slow, the pacing is definitely a marathon rather than a sprint but I really loved this book. Sobbing reading parts of it, loved the themes and characters, if only the real world had some witchyness to it.

As someone familiar with Lucy Jane Wood’s work (I’ve followed her for years!), I was excited to dive into her first book, Rewitched, which brings cozy, witchy vibes to modern-day London. The setting and atmosphere are perfect for a magical autumn read, and the story really picks up in the last twenty-five percent, tying everything together in a satisfying way.

While the earlier parts of the book felt a bit heavy on information, it’s clear that Lucy’s writing is thoughtful and well-crafted. The world-building and simile-heavy style give it a quirky charm, though I think some sections could have been pared back for a smoother flow. That said, I enjoyed the characters—Belle, has a natural wit and relatable personality. Her humour didn’t feel forced; instead, it came through in her genuine responses to situations, making her feel authentic and engaging.

The book leaves itself open for a potential sequel, and I’d definitely be interested to see where it goes next and learn more about the characters. Overall, Rewitched is a fun, cozy read with a lot of charm, and I’m excited to see what comes next in this magical world.

Thanks to NetGalley and Pan Macmillan for the ARC :)

PS - bonus points because one character (mentioned on one page and never again!) was called Aoife and what a treat it was to see an Aoife in a book! This never happens!

I really loved this novel. I loved the world Lucy has created, the characters were rich and well developed, and the magic was so well done.

this book is exactly what i needed right now! just like the character, i'm turning 30 soon and its was refreshing to see a character my age with similiar struggles. this book shows, that life doesnt end when you turn 30, it's just the beginning! a book i would recommend to everyone who's affraid of growing up!

✨My Thoughts✨
This hooked me from the beginning with the bookshop setting and the hint of magic and what was to come.

I thoroughly enjoyed learning all about Belle, how she lived her life, how she first knew she had magic and her mum most of all.

From then on it got so good, I was on the edge of my seat.

I don’t want to give too much away but I’m obsessed with Witchy books & this was one of the best!

My Bookish Thoughts 💬
I was so so excited to finally to read this beauty! Being a seasonal and mood reader I really wanted to read it in the cosy season to fully immerse myself in the cosy vibes and I am so glad I did. 💖

I was blown away when Rewitched, I knew it would be good, but I didn’t expect it to pull me into its magical world like Harry Potter did!!

Lucy Jane Wood has done an incredible job of weaving world building with a wonderful cast of characters, magical exploration and discovering your powers, close family, gorgeous familiars, friendship, slow burn sexual tension, all wrapped up in bookshop with cosy cottage core vibes. I really don't want to say more as so much was a suprise to me I want you to discover it all for yourself. Belle makes for a fabulous lead, who I am sure will help others build confidence and self belief. And Rune swoony Rune! 💕

I am anticipating this may be the first of a series, I really hope so.

Big thanks to Netgalley, Pan Macmillan and Lucy Jane Wood for the gifted digital copy in exchange for an honest review. 🙏🏼

This was a really charming witchy read with a lot more fantasy than I had been expecting, I really enjoyed our lead character, Bella, she was a head strong woman proving that she is capable of all the magical abilities she withheld and becoming the owner of the cosy book store she worked in. Whilst the romance was very subtle and not a forefront of the story, it was sweet nevertheless, I would have just liked to have discovered that a little more as I found myself struggling to root for them. The relationship I did absolutely adore however, was that between Bella and Artorius, Arty;s story was devastating to say the least filled with so much betrayal and my favourite part was seeing the journey of healing for all involved. I wanted to love this a lot more than I did, but it was still such an enjoyable read with a gorgeous cover to match.

A thoroughly enjoyable tale of a witch who has 30 days to rediscover her powers or she will lose them forever, but there are forces at work trying to stop this from happening. Add a touch of will/they won't they romance courtesy of a tall, dark & handsome warlock and you have a perfect read for a dark and stormy October night.

The perfect joyous cosy Autumn read. It's especially to see a main character in Bella that is older than many characters we read about but still having the same issues of so many. Loved it!