What a lovely book!

This was so fun to read! I found myself really craving a witch romance and this was the absolute perfect read for me. The romance was amazing and I loveddd how our main characters came together.

The comedy elements were spot on which led to a very enjoyable and fast paced book :)

I thoroughly recommend this book, especially to people after a spicy witch romance!

Love it! ❤️

„Hot Hex Boyfriend“ by Carly Bloom is a fun and sweet fall story about a witch who doesn't believe in witchcraft and a witch who puts rules above all else, or does she?

„Hot Hex Boyfriend“ was a wonderful surprise for me. From the very first page, Delia and Max's story won me over. Delia's family was just sugar! 🥹 I loved the way they interacted and constantly bantered.

Max seems like a stiff and grumpy guy at first glance. However, he doesn't stand a chance against the charm and kindness of the Merriweather women.

Delia is the complete opposite of Max and is very lively. She is a family person and doesn't believe in the nonsense that her family are supposed to be real witches.

The story had a real fall ambience for me and was fun to read. Two witch families, a curse and a love that could turn everything upside down!

I give "Hot Hex Boyfriend" by Carly Bloom 4 out of 5 stars.

Many thanks to the publisher and NetGelley for providing me with an ARC.

This was really fun! I feel like my standards for witchy romances are high, because the market is very oversaturated at the moment, but this one held my attention right until the end.

4.5☆

𝙄 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙣 𝘼𝙍𝘾 𝙞𝙣 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙣 𝙝𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬

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This was absolutely adorable, the perfect mix of Charmed and Gilmore Girls with a bit of a Barbie Magic of the Rainbow vibe sprinkled in too and I was here for all of it!

There is magic and endearing characters with some great worldbuilding too which I think can be rare in a small town witchy romance.

The characters were quirky and so wholesome, I loved the strong family bonds and the found family too. The relationships and friendships felt organic and nothing felt forced, everything developed at a great pace and felt very genuine. The only thing I'll say is the third act breakup/separation was unfortunately very clearly going to happen but it was still pretty abrupt. It was like whiplash with the (kind of cringey spice I'm sorry) "this is the best sex of my life" to "get away from me I can't see you again". But that was pretty much my only complaint for the book and it resolved itself quickly.

The whole book was very entertaining, it might have been a bit predictable but I was hooked from the first page and it kept my attention the whole way through like I absolutely devoured this story. It doesn't take itself too seriously so it's a lot of fun but then there's also some really genuine moments throughout so it had a lovely balance.

I don't know if there were legitimate vibes happening or if it was just me but I would absolutely love a Luc and Amy book! And I need more Nikki of course!!

I really loved Hot Hex Boyfriend, I would love more books in this world and I recommend this as a perfect witchy/autumn rom com🩷

3.5

This review is a month late, but at least I’m still within the right season. 😳🍂✨

Hot Hex Boyfriend by Carly Bloom is a magical cozy romance novel perfect for the witching season. The story centers on Delia Merriweather and her eccentric family who believe they are witches whose powers have been sealed away. Although Delia doesn't believe in magic, she is soon faced with a new magical reality when she accidentally breaks her family's old curse.

The book has a simple plot, but it keeps you entertained until the last page. One of the aspects that impressed me the most was the balance between magic and humor. The quirky Merriweather witch family is a whirlwind of enthusiasm and kindness that I liked. Their eccentricity provided warmth and laughter, and I loved their relationship with Delia. Although they knew she was the "chosen one" they didn’t put too much pressure on her.

On the other hand, Max Halifax, the mysterious neighbor who didn’t make a good first impression on the Merriweather family, is on a secret mission to keep an eye on them because of his involvement in the magical world. Although he starts to focus on his task, as he spends more time with them, he begins to change. I appreciated the slow evolution of his character and how he starts questioning his actions until he realizes he’s in love with Delia and decides to find a way to save her. With the help of his brother—who is his complete opposite—Max begins to open up and reconsider whether his choices are truly right.

Throughout the story, both characters evolve: Delia gains confidence and embraces her magical identity, while Max begins to connect more deeply with his emotions. Although their connection is evident, there are instances where their relationship feels somewhat hurried and could benefit from more exploration.

Regarding the magical aspect, I was pleasantly surprised. Though simple, it was well-developed and played a significant role in the story, so much so that the final part left me speechless. It’s a great example of how a little creativity can go a long way.

Even though the story was fun, cozy and romantic, I didn’t find it entirely my style due to how it was developed. Some moments needed more depth, though the light-hearted atmosphere captured the essence of the story. I’m not opposed to the main development happening around 50% of the book, but this slowdown made the last part feel a bit underdeveloped.

That said, if you love witchy stories with a good dose of magic, laughter, and a pinch of romance, Hot Hex Boyfriend is the perfect read for this time of year. With lovable characters, an enchanting setting, and plenty of funny moments, this book will warm your heart.

Thank you NetGalley and Headline for providing me with the e-ARC of the book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fabulously written, funny, romantic enjoyable witchy rom-com with the perfect blend of magic and romance.

Thank you Netgalley for letting me read this ARC!!

Hot Hex Boyfriend is a small town, cosy, witchy romance read, perfect for October !!

I really enjoyed this book, it was a fun read to get into the spooky season!

I rated 4* instead of 5 as I do wish that Max and Delia had a little more time to develop their relationship a little bit more, but I still really enjoyed the book!!

Thank you again for letting me read the ARC for this book :)

I always dislike DNF’ing books especially when I’m over halfway through and especially when they’re NetGalley arcs. But I just couldn’t hold on any longer as I was slowly finding myself dreading picking my kindle up the more in got into this book. I unfortunately DNF’d at 62%.

I had high hopes for this one as I absolutely LOVE witchy romance books, especially at this time of year.
I actually loved the start of this one and I was really excited to see where it went! I loved the plot and the general vibe of the book, I found it interesting that the Merriweather witches hadn’t had their magic before and was intrigued to see what happened when they finally unhexed themselves!

That was where it started to fall flat for me :( I felt like it took quite a long time for them to be unhexed and to gain their magic, around 50% of the book was when it happened which felt like a long time to wait, and even less time to see what happened in the rest of the book.

I also couldn’t find myself engaging and connecting with main character Delia, I’m not sure why but she just didn’t come across relatable, especially further on in the book when she just appeared cringy and over the top.

In theory this book had the potential to be a favourite of mine, but unfortunately the execution just wasn’t there for me. As someone who is in a bit of a reading slump maybe that contributed to my feelings but it’s so hard when you want a book to grip you and this one just didn’t :(

Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this one, I’m so grateful!

This was a such a fun and cosy witchy read with an enthralling concept. I loved the eccentric family that came with our lead female, Delia - they had me laughing out loud and smiling throughout. Their bond and the confidence they drew out of Delia was incredibly heart-warming to read about. I really enjoyed our male lead, Max, as well - he was a very mysterious man with a not so great agenda, however with the power of love and a little change in perspective, he came through and allowed Delia and her family to live the lives they were destined to. I absolutely adored Nikki, he was such a quirky character and I did feel protective of him, especially nearing the end - talk about a mini heart attack!

This is the perfect witchy read to divulge in through spooky season - it's filled with humour, witchy magic, familiars, quirky characters and a romance filled with chemistry.

A Bewitching Rom Com Full of Magic, Chaos, and Heart!

If you’re looking for a laugh-out-loud romance with a dash of magic and a quirky cast of characters, Hot Hex Boyfriendby Carly Bloom will cast a spell on you from page one.

This charming rom com weaves together family shenanigans, unexpected powers, and a brooding (but oh-so-sexy) next-door neighbour for a delightfully fun read. I absolutely adored it!

Delia Merriweather doesn’t believe in magic, despite what her kooky family of “hexed” witches might claim. But when she accidentally breaks a century-old curse, all magical hell breaks loose. Suddenly, Delia’s the centre of the witching world’s attention, and that includes Max Halifax, the grumpy hunk next door with some serious magical baggage of his own.

Max is supposed to be keeping an eye on Delia’s family to make sure they don’t accidentally tap into some world dominating witchy powers. But of course, fate has other plans. The more time Max spends around Delia, the more he worries his heart might be the first thing she accidentally enchants. Their chemistry? Electric. Their banter? Absolutely sizzling. And when magic starts flying—literally—it’s clear these two are in for a whirlwind romance.

What made this story so much fun was its blend of hilarious family drama, magical mayhem, and swoon-worthy romance. The Merriweather women are a riot, and their wild antics (and firm belief in Delia’s witchy destiny) bring so much heart and humour to the story. Delia’s journey from skeptic to accidental witch is just the right mix of chaotic fun and self-discovery, while Max’s gruff, protective nature hides a heart that’s practically waiting to be stolen.

Delia and Max’s slow burn attraction crackles with tension, and watching Max fall for the one woman he’s supposed to be wary of is pure rom-com gold. There’s something irresistible about a reluctant hero getting swept up in the charm of a lovable mess like Delia.

So, if you’re in the mood for a lighthearted, magical romance with plenty of laughs and an adorably bumbling coven, Hot Hex Boyfriend is your next must-read. Add this to your autumn witchy TBR now!

Thank you to the publisher Headline | Headline Eternal , the author Carly Bloom, and Netgalley for a copy of this in exchange for an honest review

Witch lit cozy romcom is everywhere and if it’s your kind of genre then this is a great fun read for you!
This is a little too cozy and sweet for my 5 star reward but the writing and story are fun and light enough not to be bogged down with any magic and world building.
It kind of reminded me of a slightly more mature version of original version of Sabrina the teenage witch.

I received this book as an ARC through NetGalley and provide my honest opinion

All in all, this was a fun witchy read. The plot is interesting and I loved the magic elements and the charming cast of characters. My favourite parts were the one involving the entire Merriweather family as they created some of the most hilarious scenes in the story, and even Max’s family made me laugh quite a lot. Unfortunately, I had trouble with the pace which, especially in the first half of the story, was a bit slow. And I couldn’t feel any chemistry between the two main characters, Delia and Max, so I couldn’t really enjoy the romance side of the novel.

3.5 stars! This is a fun witchy romance with love, character growth, and baddies. I enjoyed diving into this world and seeing Delia’s loud and eccentric family with all their quirks and all their closeness to each other. We see Delia’s confidence build, as she finds her calling, and some truths come to light. Max may arrive in town a little devious and deceptive but as he experiences a different kind of life, he changes and it’s great to see. There’s plenty of interesting characters, imps, and witches, and family. I enjoyed reading this one and it’s a great little read for spooky season, complete with a little spice and lots of chemistry!

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When I first read the blurb for this book I thought it was going to be mainly romance focussed with a sprinkling of magic and I was actually very pleasantly surprised to see how well developed the magic system was in this book. The setting and characters are so real and true - I could feel the love of the Merriweathers pouring off the page and I would love to be a member of that family. This was a lovely, cosy read and I’ll definitely look out for more by this author.

This was a cheesy lil witchy tale - packed with great characters (I LOVED the Merriweather family), a little romance, and magic. As with most cosy witch romances, the humour in this one was great, and made the characters feel very familiar. While I do think the romance could've been fleshed out a little bit more and I found Delia pretty annoying to follow, this was a sweet book. Vibes were great for something light this time of year, too.

A very entertaining witchy rom-com that made me smile. Liked the quirky characters, the well plotted story, the world building and the humour.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

I really enjoyed reading this book and I loved the witchy-vibes! The beginning was a bit slow for my part and it was hard to follow the story but it all turned well. I highly recommend this book if you're looking for a book with witchy-vibes to read during the fall time!

Tropes:
- Witchy vibes
- Enemies to lovers
- Cozy fall vibes

Delightful, warm, and such a warm cup of sweetness in the autumn chill. A beautiful slowburn that kept me on my toes. When I finished I wanted to jump right back into the book, and into the Merriweather family. I can only hope there's as sequel and that I can learn more about the mysterious world of curses and magic.

Thank you for the arc, I adored the cozy witchy vibes in this book so much 🙈 Delias family were so funny but sweet at the same time I can just imagine how chaotic it must be living in their house! I like the contrast of max’s family like and how it shaped him as a which. The whole fairy witch thing was a great aspect and I especially liked at the end where we found out that witch magic is humerous. This is quite a low stakes book as in there’s not much stress it in so it makes for the coziest of autumn reads!

This book was a fun easy read. It reminded me of the sitcoms from the 70/80s where the plot is set up, and then you sit back and watch the action unfolding before. Here there are witches, magic, curses, hexes, gentle humour, an obvious frenemies romance, and a couple of twists for satisfaction. Thank you to Headline and NetGalley for the ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.