The author said in the interview at the end of the audiobook that she wanted to make sure Rewitched had the wrapped in a blanket cosy fantasy feeling, and it absolutely delivered.

Belle Blackthorn is tired. She’s happy…ish. She has people who love her. But that spark of magical potential that shone so brightly when she was younger has slowly gone out as she’s settled into the realities of adult life. She needs to pay the bills after all, but her magic is useful for keeping on top of chores at least. With her 30th birthday approaching a tall, handsome stranger appears at her workplace to tell her she’s been summoned to be evaluated on whether she’s utilising her magic in an ‘acceptable’ way, and what unfolds is a heart-warming mystery full of just the right amount of stakes without disrupting the cosy vibes.

I found Belle so relatable as a character - that perceived loss of potential we feel as we get older and accept the roles life has in store for us, looking back and wondering why she let other people’s opinions hold her back.
The found family was immaculate. I absolutely adored the whole cast of characters and wouldn’t change anything about them. How can you not love this wonderful bunch of misfits?

Seeing Belle take hold of her own destiny and fight to keep the magic that she remembers being so important to her was beautiful, and I loved the character development we saw as the story progressed.

The narrator was amazing and really helped bring the story to life. I could tell immediately who each character was by their speech and mannerisms, and would absolutely seek out more books narrated by her in the future.

I’ve watched Lucy’s videos for years, and I was so excited when I heard she was writing a cosy fantasy. I was not disappointed, and would highly recommend Rewitched to anyone who loves cosy fantasy, 90s vibes, and who remembers the magic of anything seeming to be possible.

The writing is this book is very disjointed-the story is excellent and characterisation is good but then the names of characters are Belladonna Blackthorne (eyeroll) and people without magical abilities are rather simply called non-witchy?! It feels a bit like a general “overcome your own fears to thrive” story but glued onto a story about witches because it’s that time of year and they’re in fashion right now?! Anyway Belle is a witch who only uses her powers for locking doors without leaving her bed and keeping books shelved in the shop she works in. On her 30th birthday as is witchy tradition she is called to a hearing to judge whether she has used her powers for good enough causes so they go through some memories of times she actually performed magic and decide that no, she hasn’t really, she’s wasted her powers. So they partner her up with an eccentric old warlock who allegedly murdered his brother (and also doesn’t have his full powers after the murdering!!). Why an outcast member of their society was tasked with mentoring a witch about to lose her powers is unclear (it is explained but doesn’t really make sense).
Somebody is tampering with her magic from a distance so she decides to stop trying to get her magic licence as it’s too dangerous. Everybody around her tells her she’s amazing but nah she’s had enough.

Another reminder about how loved she is and how happy she could be

Third act reveal! 😑

Also there’s a romance subplot that seems even more shoehorned in than the magic storyline including an accidental magic drugging.

I quite liked the narration, it makes a change to have a regional accent! The differentiation between characters was really good.

Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood offers a delightful, cozy dive into a world of rediscovered magic and charm.
With a 90’s vibe, I instantly connected with the main character’s journey of self-discovery, especially her relatable insecurities and quirky humor.
The story itself was a refreshing spin on the witchy books we normally read.
Lucys writing is filled with warmth, making the magical realism feel grounded and inviting.

What really took the experience to the next level was the audio narration - the narrator's voice perfectly captured the protagonist's whimsical nature, bringing a lively and immersive quality to the story. Congratulations Evie Hargreaves on an outstanding performance.
If you’re in the mood for something light and comforting, this book and its audio companion are absolute must-reads!


Huge thank you again to Macmillan audio, Macmillan and Lucy Jane Wood for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

3.5 / 5

I really loved what I read of this book on audio so I do highly recommend reading it that way if you prefer audiobooks!!

this cover drew me in and boy did it deliver on the cozy fantasy vibes! I really enjoyed this book. I loved the cozy bookshop setting and the dynamic between rune and belle. I just think the witchy/coven aspect was slightly convulted to me, it didn't hook me like I really thought it would and I found myself skimming at times. However, I did enjoy my time reading this book/

Thank you for the opportunity to listen to Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood.

It was a breezy read about a girl who never really utilizes her witchy potential until it is almost about to be taken away from her, There is some message there isn't it? When we all second guess ourselves instead of having faith in our abilities.

Well, it was not a bad read at all. In fact, I quite enjoyed this light hearted offering. You could as well.

I didn’t realise how badly I needed to be warmly and gently welcomed into witchy, soothing autumn but Rewitched has done it with joy and whimsy.

Loved this story, the quirk and the journey. Bell is so relatable and I love the cadence of the author’s storytelling voice.

First of all, Belladonna Blackthorn is such a perfect, witchy name.
Now, Bella uses magic in her everyday life, but she keeps her magic hidden from non-magic types (let be fair, history has taught us that non-magic types, don't always take well to witches!). But despite keeping her magic simple, she is fairly content with her life - she has good friends and a job that she loves - working in a small bookshop. Though, the son of the owner has some ridiculous plans for the future of the bookshop that could damage its uniqueness.
And then, life takes a dramatic turn when Bella receives an invite (read summons), to her Coven trial - and if she fails, then she will loose for magic forever.
Bella has one month to prove herself worthy of her magic and kearm all of the skills that she has previously ignored. And it's not long before Bella realises that some dark, dangerous forces are rising against her and she will have to fight for herself and her Coven.
The storyline moved fairly quickly from meeting Bella to the discovery of her upcoming trial, and she had to learn how to trust her instincts.
I enjoyed the fact that Bella, at 30, is a little older than the protoganist in many witchy novels, and her work struggles, made her seem more likeable and also relatable.
I was fortunate enough to enjoy this both as an ebook and audiobook
The narrator, Evie Hargreaves, does a wonderful job of bringing Bella and the other characters to life. Imbuing Bella with the self-doubting tone that we expect from the narrative, but also showing her growing in strength as the novel progresses.
Along with being a witchy story, there are plenty of comedic moments and of course, the slow-burn romance is great fun.

This was an absolute delight ?

Ok starting it I had thought this was going to be a romance and I am honestly very picky about those. But this was such a pleasant surprise!

We follow Belle that, like a lot of us, is made to realize at 30 that she has not used her gifts (magic ) to its full potential and risks losing her magic forever.

This book has such a delightful cast of characters whom I all adore (including a cat familiar ofc ) , an engaging plot that keeps preventing me from putting it down, an absolutely adorable romance that’s just perfect and slow! And most importantly: magic!


This was a very surprising 5 star for me but I loved the writing, I loved the narration, the plot and the character and even, shockingly, the romance!

I can’t wait for the sequel !

This is such a hug in a book. I loved Rewitched so much I wished I could have listened to it in one sitting. The FMC is so relatable and lovely to hear about, although some of her decision making is questionable. Her cat is absolutely adorable 🥰 and she literally has a dream job in a bookshop so this makes up for silly decisions. The narrator does such a great job of bringing her to life.
It is cozy fantasy but there is definitely mild peril that keeps the pace and excitement up. I loved the whole plot and reveals.
The found family is one of my favourite tropes and done so well here.
I highly recommend this for the cozy witchy fantasy lovers out there who want a nice easy read that’s exciting too.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC. This is a voluntary review of my own thoughts.

I really couldn’t get into this- i was bored from start to finish. The premise was really cool but almost everything fell flat for me, the characters felt underdeveloped with little to no character depth, and there was so much beating around the bush with the plot that i kept losing it 😭 a shame, i really wanted to love this one

I nearly DNF'd Rewitched so many times before the 50% mark. It was so slow paced and nothing was happening. The second half of the book saved this from getting one star.

Wish the romance and the central conflict were ramped up sooner.

I thought the characters could have benefitted from more depth and the story needed stronger plot points in the first half.

I was drawn in by Rewitched’s cover, which reminded me of 90’s shows like Sabrina. It almost felt like it had been written for millennials as a nostalgic reminiscence of that period. I loved that Bella is in her 30’s, and her struggle with her loss of purpose and spark, told through her relationship with magic, was so relatable. The author did a wonderful job of capturing adjustment, identify, grief and loss while maintaining such a cosy and comfortable read.

I loved the found family vibes, and the character focus throughout the story. The story was perfectly paced, and the world building was immersive without being overly complex.

I was lucky to enjoy this both as an ebook and audiobook. The narrator was brilliant and I loved the way she drew out the characters via different accents and affectations. She brought a vibrancy to an already wholesome and cheery story which made it such a delight to listen to.

A great read for anyone looking for Gilmore Girls, Sabrina, or cosy autumn vibes.

Thank you MacMillan UK Audio and NetGalley for this book. Opinions expressed are my own.

This is such a cozy fantasy book that it made my September TBR so better. The journey of our protagonist, finding herself again with the magic that lies in her and the different elements of her magical world is beautiful.
Our protagonist has turned 30 and she needs to give a test to prove whether she is worthy to keep her power still in herself or not.
This is a debut novel yet the author has penned the characters so well that even as a reader, I felt I had slipped into the book and was living all those moments mentioned in the book.
I enjoyed reading this book to the core.

I absolutely love this book. It is a perfect cosy witchy Autumn book. I've got the Waterstones special edition pre-ordered and it's one of those books I will be reading on a cosy autumn night each year.

The plot is fast paced and fun. A cast of fun side characters and the perfect villains. Belle has so much self-development through the book. A bonus that part of the book is based in a bookshop!

The narrator was good but I think I will enjoy reading the physical copy more.

I've got nothing bad to say. Love it!

First things first. I listened to this book as an audiobook narrated by Evie Hargreaves. I must say that she was brilliant. With her voice she managed to incretly weave a spell. I'm bewitched by her accent which matched perfectly with this story.

Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood is a delightful and enchanting read, perfect for anyone looking for a cozy, autumnal escape. While the first third of the book may feel a bit slow-paced, it serves as a gentle introduction to the world of Belladonna Blackthorn, a witch trying to navigate the pressures of her magical and non-magical life. As the story progresses, the plot deepens, pulling you into Belle’s journey of rediscovering her magic, battling dark forces, and finding support from a charming cast of characters.

The blend of found family, self-discovery, and slow-burn romance makes this book heartwarming and relatable. Belle’s struggles with burnout, identity, and self-worth add depth to the story, making her a protagonist you truly root for. By the time Belle’s trial as a witch becomes the focal point, the pacing picks up, delivering an exciting, magical adventure.

With its rich autumnal vibes, charming characters, and uplifting message of self-love, Rewitched is the perfect cozy read for fans of witchy fiction and slow-burn romances.

The leaves are falling from the trees, my favourite time of the year is upon us, it’s time to get the blankets, hot drinks and cozy other worldly reads out and this is definitely that.

For me this read exactly like YA, but YA aimed at us adults who haven’t quite grown up yet, having said that I’d equally have no issue recommending it to a YA audience. It felt like exactly the kind of read I’d have wanted as a younger reader, so, It was lovely to listen to the authors interview at the end of the book where she spoke of the influences of Charmed, Sabrina The Teenage Witch (I felt this one most) and Hocus Pocus the book is really reminiscent of those in that it has that same mild terror mixed with fantastic humour and the feeling that everything will come right in the end.

Fantastic feel good vibes. Pg romance, beautiful friendships, family bonds and lovely witchy magic with a strong message in believing in yourself, an excellent debut.

Evie Hargreaves has narrated the novel brilliantly, switching characters with ease and adding to the feel good vibes with her lovely bubbly voice, a real pleasure to listen to.

A beautiful distraction from the world.

Many thanks to MacMillan UK Audio via NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to this ELC.

🧙🏻‍♀️🔮🪄"Rewitched" by Lucy Jane Wood is a delightful autumnal read that captures the cozy atmosphere of a witch's life, as she prepares to embrace her full magic! With its charming characters, heartwarming friendships, and a touch of magic, this book is perfect for curling up with a cup of hot chocolate on a chilly day.

📝 The story is filled with magical elements, switching between spellcasting, potion-making, and mysterious trials for the main character. The trials undertook by Belladonna (Bella) on her journey of witchy self-discovery is relatable and inspiring, as she overcomes her doubts and learns to believe in herself. The supporting characters, including her best friend Ariadne and the enigmatic Rune, add depth and complexity to the narrative. That’s all I’m going to say as anything more risk spoiling the reading experience and it would be such a pity to steal this unique bookish experience!

🎧 For the audio version on the story, Evie Hargreaves, lends her voice, perfectly complementing the book's cozy ambiance, bringing the characters and their world to life. Evie’s talent is best spotted in the beautifully-accentuated voice that she gives to Bella, making her such a joy to listen to!

While the pacing may be a bit slow in the beginning, the story picks up momentum as the mystery surrounding Bella's magic unfolds. The second half of the book is particularly engaging, with intriguing plot twists and a satisfying conclusion.

⭐ All in all, "Rewitched" is a delightful blend of magic, romance, and self-discovery. With its charming characters, cozy setting, and heartwarming themes, this book is sure to enchant readers of all ages.

Macmillan UK Audio | Macmillan (audiobook), NetGalley, and the editorial team - thanks for giving me the opportunity to review an audiobook ARC of this publication!

Estimated publication date: 19-Sept-2024

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Rating - 3.75⭐️

The whole atmosphere of this book was so cozy and wholesome that it makes you want to cuddle up in a blanket at home with a cup of hot chocolate. It’s definitely a perfect book to read during the ber-months, especially near Halloween time because of all the witches and warlocks in this story!

The narrator of the audiobook captured the cozy atmosphere perfectly with their voice and it really helped to bring out all the characters to life.

I had an enjoyable time following Belladonna’s journey to self love and self belief throughout the book. I loved how all the characters who cared about her were very supportive of her and wholeheartedly believed in her capabilities and potential.

The romance was very slow burn and very cute between Bell and Rune. I loved how they bickered a lot at first and were very infuriating to each other. But we find out how Rune is actually so sweet and I loved how he always believed in Bell and had a hand in, along with other characters, encouraging her to believe in herself and to stop deprecating herself.

I also couldn’t stop smiling because of the wholesome friendship between Ariadne and Bell!! Their interactions were very funny to me, it was such a joy to listen to their conversations.