This Spells Love by Kate Robb

Genre: Romantic Comedy, Magical Realism | Publication Date: December 5, 2023

☕ Quick Take:

What if one little spell could change your entire life... and your love story?

📖 Plot Overview:

After getting dumped by her long-term boyfriend, Gemma decides to perform a love-cleansing spell with her sister, quirky aunt, and best friend, Dax. When she wakes up, her ex is erased from her memory—but so is her friendship with Dax! To undo the spell, she needs him to kiss her again, but as she grows closer to him, she wonders if her new life might be exactly what she needs.

💭 My Thoughts:

This Spells Love completely exceeded my expectations! What I anticipated to be a lighthearted rom-com turned out to be a magical and emotional journey. The sisterly bond between Gemma and Kiersten had me laughing out loud—it felt so genuine and relatable. As someone who has a sister, their dynamic was one of my favorite parts of the story.

Gemma's internal struggle of facing her fears and chasing her dreams really hit home for me. I found her character to be deeply relatable, and Robb did an amazing job bringing her vulnerability and growth to life. It made me reflect on my own fears and hopes, which I think is a sign of truly great writing.

The chemistry between Gemma and Dax was everything I hoped for—sweet, funny, and filled with swoon-worthy moments. And the narration by Khaya Fraites was simply perfect. She captured the emotions and personalities of the characters, adding even more depth to an already delightful story.

🌙 Standout Moments:

One of my favorite scenes was the first awkward but electric moment between Gemma and Dax after the spell. You could feel the tension and the excitement, making it impossible to put the book down!

🌱 Who Should Read This?

If you're a fan of magical realism, laugh-out-loud humor, and heartfelt romances, This Spells Love is for you. Fans of rom-coms with a touch of magic like The Love Hypothesis or In Five Years will adore this book.

📚 Final Thoughts:

This Spells Love charmed me from start to finish. With its magical elements, relatable characters, and a romance that'll sweep you off your feet, this is one book I highly recommend. Kate Robb has officially won me over, and I can't wait to read more of her work!