This was a cute fun read. I havent read anything by this author before so it was a nice change of pace for me for reading this one. You definitely get that cozy feeling when you read this book and you can never go wrong with a second-chance romance book!

It is a cute autumn read but the dialogue was quite awful. This was missing a lot of heart and was tough to get through. It had a lot of potential but it just failed short.

Being a huge fan of Practical Magic and Gilmore Girls, I was very excited for this book. However, I have come to realize that when it comes to books, me and the Cozy genre don't go together. Because of that, I had to DNF this book. That is in no way a negative on this book and more so on me for the kinds of books I request moving forward.

This started out as a very cute book about a small town and it's magic going haywire. For me, being someone who grew up reading nothing but Epic Fantasy, the stakes were just not high enough for me to have very much interest in what happens next. Who knows, I may have a change of heart later down the road and come back to it though.

I am still very grateful for NetGalley, the Publisher, and the author for giving me a chance by approving this request.

Scarlett Melrose is a witch who is estranged from her family. One day, she gets a call from her sisters asking her to come home since the magic of their town, Oak Haven, is not working. Coming home also means having to face her high school sweetheart, Nate. Scarlett has to navigate seeing her family again, her unresolved romance with Nate, and save the town on top of that. This book was a wholesome cozy fantasy. I enjoyed the small town vibes of Oak Haven and it reminded me of Stars Hollow. However, I felt like the plot could have been better developed. I wish there had been more worldbuilding so that the reader could get a better understanding of how magic works in the town. I also felt that the romance between the two main characters lacked depth and chemistry. It felt a little bit forced to read. Despite all of this, I would say Impractical Magic is a cute fall read, and it's perfect for readers who want something lighthearted but a little bit magical.

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This book dragged for me. We re-hashed the characters flaws for 98% of the book and it was so frustrating to read. On top of that, the fmc's family were mostly toxic and nasty to her. I understand the resentment and frustration, but the way they spoke to her when she showed up to help was absolutely insane to me. If you needed her so badly why are you speaking to her like that???

Also, the friends-to-lovers is normally adorable and I love that trope, but it didn't work for me here. I found our fmc to be incredibly annoying and the way she treats the mmc is ridiculously immature. She's a grown ass adult and she acts like she's still in high school.

Last thought, the ending was RANCID. It made me so mad!! It was disorganized and for the most part depressing. I'm still upset by it because I didn't find it romantic at all.

I love all things magic and witches and this is the first novel I’ve read by this author. I couldn’t put it down. Not at all predictable and left me wondering what would happen. Story of loss, grief, guilt and love. Love the family of three sisters and the magical witch tales.

This was one of my last reads of the year and it was a fab one to wrap-up with! This witchy romance is the perfect cozy vibes that would be perfect year round.

Even though this is very firmly a romantasy, and quite a funny one at that, the romance didn’t feel forced or too in your face. Finally reunited after 10 years about, it felt absolutely perfect.

Rather than some cheesy, the answer is love solution or the type of love that becomes all-consuming. Nate genuinely just believes in Scarlett and this unwavering support drives her. To see the two of them complimenting each other perfectly rather than ‘completing’ each other was really refreshing.

And whilst this does have some pretty cozy, small town witch vibes it also manages to deal with some of the bigger stuff too. It explores grief, guilt and the weight of expectation.

The town is under threat, magic is going terribly wrong - as are all of Scarlett’s attempts to fix it. And the sleuthing to solve what’s going on will grab your attention even if the romance doesn’t. I loved exploring the magic system and the world it’s in. I’d love to return to it with some of the other characters.

In short, this is a lovely rom-com that perfectly balances tension with humour. It’s got a brilliant romance at the heart of it and characters that could step off the page they’re so lifelike. I really loved reading this one!

I just couldn't get into this one unfortunately. The dialogue felt a bit contrived and the plot was moving too slowly

Did not finish book. Stopped at 48%.
This really just wasn’t holding my attention. I may try again next fall!

“Impractical Magic” by Emily Grimoire is a charming, whimsical tale brimming with mischief and heart. With quirky characters and spellbinding humour, it’s a delightful escape into a world where chaos and magic collide. Perfect for fans of cosy, feel-good fantasy!

From the cover to the first 25 pages, this book SCREAMS fall and I loved it! There's witchcraft, cozy small town, pounds and pounds of pumpkins and gourds, and hilarious banter between grumpy sunshine characters in the rest of the book doesn't disappoint. I devoured this book and recommend it to anyone looking for a fluffy fall romcom.

This would be such a fun read during the halloween and spooky season! It has a lighthearted, nostalgic and romantic storyline that I would recommend for anyone who is interested in a cozy magical read. Thank you net galley for this opportunity to read this book.

While I did enjoy the premise of this book, I think some things the FMC did could've been more suited to her character.

What I enjoyed:
-Diverse small town
-Second chance friends to lovers romance
-Sister banter/dynamics
-Mystery

I think I would pick up another book by Emily Grimoire book because I did love the Stars Hollow vibes! It was overall a quick, fun read, I just wish the FMC was less self-sabotaing.

Impractical Magic is cute, charming & heartwarming in that Hallmark movie kind of way. Oak Haven is your charming, quirky little New England town untouched by Mega Corps because of… magic. Something is wrong though and the magic is failing. Scarlett returns home after being gone for a decade to help her family & community solve this crisis that threatens their way of life. Along the way, she reconnects with old friends, heals damaged family bonds & herself.

Please note: There are numerous HP references early on in the book and one scene that involves a certain unpopular recently former President.

If you can get past those things, you’ll enjoy this cute book. The audio narration & authors storytelling are both quite enjoyable.

Thanks to NetGalley & Avon for the review copy.

This book started off with a well established story line. The book was a light hearted read but still had some mystery/unanswered questions that kept the reader going. I appreciated the struggles of Scarlett and felt like she was a strong character. However, the last 10% of the book is what made me feel like book went downhill. There could have been so many to complete this beautiful story that would have ended on a stronger note.

This was a good Halloween read for anyone who wants that type of book. It was cute with romance and some magic story lines.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy to honestly review.

I had immense difficulty reading this book. Not a fan of the writing style, the concept is cool but I really struggled through finishing it.

This fantasy book was a really enjoyable read with a lot to love. The world-building was rich and immersive, and I appreciated the depth of the setting. The characters were well-developed, each with their own unique motivations, and I found myself rooting for them throughout the story. The plot had some great twists and kept me engaged from start to finish. While there were a few moments that felt a little predictable or slow, they didn’t detract too much from the overall experience. A solid entry in the genre, and I’m definitely looking forward to the next book in the series. Highly recommend for fantasy fans!

3.5 I enjoyed reading this one. I thought it was a cute, fun, and cozy read. It definitely did give me charmed and witchy Gilmore Girls vibes.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an e-arc. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Fall vibes entirely with this novel! A second-chance romance in this Gilmore Girls meets Charmed in this magical romance. Three sisters that are all witches. Scarlett Melrose is moving back home with her witchy sisters after ten years. Her eldest sister has asked her to return to her hometown to help her save it from something mysterious. We get more insight to their sisterhood and why Scarlett left in the first place. Her reconnection to her past fling Nate has shown up whilst in the midst of trying to save her town. It sometimes has the feel like the old days without electronics and then it brings up social media, declaring that the story does take place in modern times.

If you’re looking for a comfy fall read with magical romances and second chances, this is the one for you.