Improbable Magic for Cynical Witches

Improbable Magic for Cynical Witches - Kate Scelsa

4/5 ⭐

This is a cute and refreshing YA LGBT+ romance that takes real, unforgettable characters and an even more interesting plot.

Meet Eleanor, a recluse and firm disbeliever in witchcraft working in a witchy souvenir shop in downtown Salem. After a chance encounter with Pix, a real-life witch, and some tarot-inspired help Eleanor is forced to flee her comfort zone and face the hurts of her past.

If there is only one thing you take away from this review it needs to be this... Kate Scelsa has created some of the most realistic, relatable, and unforgettable characters. And not only that, she makes them face their truths and admit their wrongs. And learn from them. Not just behind the scenes but on the page. And I loved that.

At first glance, I thought that this would be a lighthearted fantasy-esque story but it is so much more. While not fantasy at all, this story is so much more complex and intricate. And yes, there is some romance but this is much more of a coming-of-age and learning to move on from the past to live in the now.

*This title is due to be released May 31, 2022. Thank you to Edelweiss+ and the Publisher for the ARC.

4/13/22

*This review was previously posted on my Google Site.

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