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Hex Appeal

By: Kate Johnson
Narrated by: Catrin Walker Booth
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Summary

This spooky season curl up with the perfect witchy romcom for fans of Gilmore Girls, Hocus Pocus and Charmed. An absolute must-listen if you love Erin Sterling’s The Ex Hex and Lana Harper’s Payback’s a Witch!

It’s just a bunch of hocus pocus…

Essie Winterscale lives in a huge and ever-changing house in the village of Good Winter, in deepest, darkest Essex. She lives with various witches of various ages, one of whom is still a bit salty about being hanged in the 1700s, one who keeps accidentally casting fertility spells, and one who knits things that create the future.

All Essie ever wanted was to have a normal life but in the end she found herself drawn back to Beldam House because she just can’t stop her witchiness (although the ability to instantly chill wine is pretty awesome, even she has to admit).

Into this coven of chaos stumbles gorgeous, clueless Josh, their new landlord – and he’s just discovered his tenants haven’t paid rent since the 1700s! As Josh is drawn further into the lives of the inhabitants of Beldam House, Essie is determined to keep him at broomstick’s length. That is, until a family secret, lying hidden for centuries, puts Josh firmly under her spell…

©2022 Kate Johnson (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers Limited
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"Funny, smart and sassy…No one creates such brilliant worlds quite like Kate does." (Julie Caplin)

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Thought I would love it

I normally like anything strange and witchy but this was not interesting enough for me to finish. Gave up with 3 hours left. Disappointed

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Magically funny

Catrin Walker Booth helped bring the humour and personalities of the characters through perfectly. I really enjoyed the book.

An easy listen/read, likeable characters, and fun twists along the way.

I love that historical information was placed in the foundations of the story too!

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Gripping witchy romance

This will leave you spellbound, a really lovely modern with romance telling the story of Essie and Josh. 🥰

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Amazing small little details

loved the book. really enjoyable. can't wait to listen to the other two now. characters are great.

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Excellent narration

Not my usual genre as I usually go for gritty novels, but this was a welcomed change. Well read and lighthearted - an enjoyable listen.

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Perfect mix of romance and witchcraft

Brilliantly narrated. This is the perfect book to relax and enjoy. It is a lovely romantic story. I highly recommend it. Fingers crossed there is another book.

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Fantastic narration and entertaining story

I loved this book so much, I’ve literally listened to it three times already! Love the narration, it’s absolutely perfectly done and the narrators voice is adding so much to the story without taking over. If you’re into your witchy stuff and a bit of fun romance, this is for you

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Hooked

this was my first book from this author and was a bit reluctant to try it. I was blown away by the writing and the performance! I stayed up 4 hours after my usual bed time to listen till the end, no way was I sleeping. great take on witches, funny and entertaining. limited drama which I love!

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fab read

Hex Appeal by Kate Johnson is a delightful mix of romance, comedy, and hocus pocus. Set in the charming village of Good Winter, the novel introduces us to the quirky inhabitants of Beldam House, a large and ever-changing mansion.

At the heart of the story is Essie Winterscale, a witch who yearns for a normal life but can't resist her magical powers. When the handsome and clueless Josh becomes the new landlord of Beldam House, Essie is determined to keep him at a safe distance. However, as Josh becomes entangled in the lives of the eccentric witches, Essie finds herself drawn to him, especially after a long-held family secret is revealed.

Johnson's writing is witty and charming, and her portrayal of the witchy world of Beldam House is enchanting. The various witches, each with their unique powers and quirks, add a whole lot of fun and chaos to the story. Josh, with his bumbling charm, is the perfect foil to Essie's stoic personality. Their romance is sweet and engaging, with just the right amount of steamy scenes.

Overall, Hex Appeal is a delightful read that will keep you entertained from beginning to end. Johnson's magical world is so vividly imagined that you'll be tempted to believe in witches and spells yourself. This book is perfect for anyone who loves a good romance with a supernatural twist.

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Enjoyable story and loved the narration

Really enjoyed this and will definitely listen to the next one. Had me hooked. Loved the narration too. A fantasy romance with likeable characters.

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