3.5 stars
I started this a while ago and put it down but picked it back up and finished it in one sitting. Overall i liked the story of the town and elemental magic and the romance. There were a lot of unfinished loose ends, which i understand is probably for a series but with so many open story lines left me more dissatisfied than anxiously awaiting the next.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for my copy of this e-arc.

This book was really cut enas freon the get go I knew I would find it cute and cosy perfect for the month of corner.

Lucy and Benedict were the perfect couple who just needed to see they were meant for each other

This was a little different for me, I loved the blurb and also the cover so wanted to give it a go even though it is not normally something I would read and boy was I NOT dissapointed I just could't put this down and wanted to keep reading way beyond the last page. I found another author to add to my must read list and I can't wait for more.

A fun, witchy romance perfect for the Halloween season! Rivals to lovers, with lots of magical hijinks. The town’s filled with interesting side characters, and I look forward to more books in this series.

Spicy, male female, paranormal (witches!), small town, contemporary romance. Perfect for spooky season; I love books with magical towns! Potions and Proposals takes place in the small town of Foxford. Full of witches, vampires, shifters, etc. going about their lives. The main leads have an enemies to lovers relationship that includes arranged marriage. Entertaining with lots of humor and heart. The spice is nice but not overly graphic. A cozy enjoyable read.

I found Potion and Proposals to have a really cute premise where magic and rivalries collide in the enchanting town of Foxford. The story follows Lucinda Hawthorne and Benedict Matherson, two strong-willed adversaries who must bind themselves magically by All Hallows' Eve. The charming atmosphere of Foxford immediately drew me in, making it an enjoyable read, especially for the spooky season.

The author's vivid imagination shines through by creating a lively and engaging narrative. The dialogue captures the characters' personalities well which adds to the overall charm of the story. The mix of witches, vampires, and other magical beings creates a rich backdrop that adds to the intrigue of the plot. I especially enjoyed how Lucinda and Benedict’s relationship evolves from rivals to engaged partners, and their interactions were entertaining and fun. Their journey together was delightful, with plenty of playful banter that kept me smiling throughout the book. I appreciated the growth they experienced as they navigated their magical binding which made their relationship even more engaging.

Potion and Proposals is a cute read that combines cozy fantasy, romance, and humor. It's a perfect choice for anyone looking for a light-hearted escape into a magical realm, especially during the spooky season!

Benedict and Lucinda grew up together as rivals. They caused each other a great deal of trouble. In order to keep their town from complete disaster they must put their differences aside.

I thought this book was cute. I could not put my kindle down, I read the book in less than 48 hours. I highly recommend for this spooky season.

Thoroughly enjoyed this romance between Lucinda and Benedict. Perfect Autumn read to get you in the mood for some romance this Halloween. Love the whole enemies to lovers storyline and to fall in love with each character yourself. Perfect.

Potions and Proposals is the perfect romantic fantasy for the Samhain/Halloween season.
Lucy and Benedict’s story drew me in for a quick, one-day read that left me delightfully anticipating seeing more of the magical town of Foxford.
Their slow-burn enemies-to-lovers story was filled with fun banter, intriguing story building, and just a sprinkling of short, but well-written, spice.
I look forward to reading more stories set in the Foxford town as they come out.

A cute, cosy and whimsical read, perfect for those chilly autumn evenings. There are witches, vampires, wolves, you name it, this book has it. It is magical and enjoyable.

Now it does start slow, but it picks up pretty quickly if you give it a chance. Once I got engrossed in the characters and the magic, I couldn’t put it down. There is good world building and great descriptions.

The 2 MC’s were an absolute delight. Going from rival to lovers, which is a trope I can get behind. They can be petty and childish, but they can also be headstrong and mature. Watching their relationship weave together was absolutely beautiful and it really did made the story.

The additional characters were also a nice touch to the story and they all just made sense to the MC’s and the story itself. I really did love the whole thing.

This is an arranged marriage paranormal romance, centered around All Hallow’s Eve. It was magical, sweet, and funny. I enjoyed my time with this book, yet something felt missing. Despite that I still highly recommend!

I was provided with a review copy of the ebook and this is my honest opinion. I gave this book 3.5 stars. (If I am unable to leave partial stars, I will always round up.)

I will continue on with the series. I have also checked out some of the author’s previous works!

Thank you NetGalley and Kate Callaghan!

Gilmore girls meets Harry Potter in a small town paranormal romance !
I had a great time diving into the story, the magical setting is nice and the main characters were cute. I appreciated getting the point of view of Lucinda and Benedict to better understand them and how they view each other. Their “childhood frenemies to lovers” was quite heartwarming and entertaining to follow : the book has spicy content after a satisfying development.
I also liked how the author managed to portray the perks and downsides in being part of a small community (short commute to work but lots of gossip from nosy neighbors haha).
It’s a slow paced story and the romance is the main plot so don’t expect an incredible word building but the bases are there to write other stories involving secondary characters. It just so happens that a second book in the universe is to be released in 2025 ! Don’t go baking my heart will focus on a certain grim reaper that I was quite curious about.
In the end, the story is a bit corny but It’s the perfect book to have a relaxing time in Autumn if you have a sweet tooth.

Absolutely loved it!! This was such a fun read and I really enjoyed watching Benedict & Lucy grow together. The definition of what cozy fantasy should be!

This book is absolutely adorable. The rivals to lovers is perfectly written between Lucinda and Benedict. I love how even though the bicker so much, they’re still always there for one another. The story starts off with a little mayhem with Lucinda getting payback with a prank on Benedict in his manor transformed to be a hotel for guests. The little pranks cause a bit more damage than she expected which led to both being forced into an uncanny decision. They must be in an arranged marriage or one another must go in a vote against another to who should lead the coven. The back and forth is so good between the two, and how they slowly realize their love for one another. I enjoyed this book so much! Seeing Benedict’s vulnerability brought me to slight tears. Lucinda and Benedict are a perfect match!

Potions and Proposals is like a bag of potato chips - not too heavy, but oh-so enjoyable! It may not be a life-changing read, but it was definitely a fun and engaging experience that I couldn't put down. I'm a TOTAL sucker for a marriage of convenience plot, so this book was right up my alley.

It's a cozy and slightly spooky read with two main characters who are just so charming. I found this to almost be a Draco/Hermione in fan ficiton vibes, which I absolutely adored. While it's not a full enemies-to-lovers story, the transition from annoyance to love was still delightful.

I did feel like the book was a tad long, but that didn't take away from the enjoyment. Overall, it was a delightful and spicy read, and I'd give it a 3.5/5 stars, rounded up to 4 for review purposes.

A big thank you to NetGalley and Kate Callaghan for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

I'm so sad because I really wanted to love this book...

Potions and Proposals is a pranksters-rivals-to-lovers, set in the little town of Foxford, where werewolves, vampires and witches live in harmony, protected by the coven of the town. Benedict and Lucinda are from families that are ancient ennemies, but even if now their moms are best friends, they can't stop annoying each other. Until they're both nominated to be the next High Priest or Priestess, and the coven forces them to be bound. This sets up a few issues with their powers, and Benedict and Lucy needs to join forces to set things right. But with a whole town to handle, and politics with the outside world to consider, will that be possible?

The premise and the story really drew me in, but I'm afraid the writing style wasn't for me. The author kept going from one topic to another, without any link between them, and it lost me a few times. Even the dialogues were not natural at all, and I found myself skimming through the last pages because it was so LONG and there was no surprise at all.

I liked the pranks and ennemies part of the romance, but as soon as the main couple accepted that they had feelings for each other, it's like a switch went off, and they changed personalities completely.

I however really liked the small-town aspect, even if some scenes were sprung to us and added nothing to the story.

What I liked most about this book was the two main characters, who were a good match and cute in their shenanigans.

I wouldn’t necessarily call this an enemies-to-lovers story; it's more of a dislike-to-lovers dynamic where the characters prank each other. It would have been more believable if the characters were a bit younger, making their pranks seem more playful and less childish. However, having the arranged marriage and all the other elements added into the story made me forget about the petty pranks after a bit, so it didn't diminish my overall enjoyment of the story.

It did take me a few chapters to really get into it, but once I did, I couldn’t put it down. The world and system were perfectly crafted—not too overwhelming and simple enough to follow easily. I ended up enjoying it way more than I expected.

Lucinda and Benedict's relationship was an absolute delight. Watching them fall for each other and grow together was incredibly enjoyable. Their witty banter was spot-on, often making me laugh and adding a wonderful layer to the book's overall tension.

The side characters were also brilliantly crafted. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know them and seeing how seamlessly they were woven into the storyline. Although there seemed to be a setup for a conflict somehow, it never really went anywhere, leaving things a bit unresolved. Maybe that’s something for the next book? I can’t wait to find out.

The author masterfully balanced witchy, vampire, and wolf vibes with elemental magic, potions and spells, humor, romance, and coziness. The blend of these elements made the story feel magical and enchanting while still being light and enjoyable. Overall, it's a spellbinding read that became really captivating after the initial chapters.

Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC.

This was a cute book, parts were predictable, but I liked the way the enemies to lovers was done. The pranks were fun & different. The way the characters actually cared for each other was nice to see too, rather than straight up enemies.

Would definitely read more by this author, the town and the whole setting was super cute for spooky season too 🧡

This book was so cute! It was like a small town, rivals to lovers, magic, witchy book.

So freaking amazing! So Lucy & Benedict have been rivals since they were little kids, always pulling some stunt on each other; flooding the others locker, melting bike tires, ect. But when it is time for the High Priestess to step down, the coven decides that they must bind and step in to take the role.

Seriously I have no notes for the author! If you are looking for a cute fall, witchy read then this is the books for you!

This was a nice read for spooky season.
I really enjoyed the romance in this and the magical town was adorable.
I do feel that it was a bit long and lost my attention at parts that just felt unnecessary.

A cat called chaos seems appropriate for the species!

I liked this enough that I’d pick up the next one for sure.