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Witches of West Harbor #2
The Magic We Made
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Expected 11 Aug 26She doesn’t believe in magic. He is magic. But when they meet, a spark is lit, and neither will ever be the same—in this charming new stand-alone in the Witches of West Harbor series from New York Times bestselling author Meg Cabot.
Frankie
A trained therapist, Francesca Giovanni knows there’s a scientific explanation for everything. Unfortunately, she lives in West Harbor, CT, a town that’s recently exploded in popularity thanks to “witch tourism.” Suddenly, witches are everywhere, offering locals their psychic services. Frankie’s fine with this…until aspiring teenage witches begin to disappear, and strange things start happening in the lake house next door. Frankie begins to suspect not all newcomers to West Harbor have the good of the community in mind—especially not her new neighbor, Ash Merit.
Ash
Ash Merit finds lost things—and people—for a living. All he wants is to help his clients, and maybe get to know the stunningly beautiful (and newly single) Dr. Frankie Giovanni a little better. But thanks to some troublesome young witches—not to mention his often faulty psychic “superpower”—everything goes wrong. If only Frankie wasn’t so distractingly attractive…and so unwilling to admit there might not be a logical reason for everything, including the flames that ignite whenever the two of them kiss. Ash hopes to change that, but first he and Frankie have to find the missing girls, as well as the truth about what’s happening in West Harbor…a truth that could change everything they thought they knew about themselves—and the magic of love.
Frankie
A trained therapist, Francesca Giovanni knows there’s a scientific explanation for everything. Unfortunately, she lives in West Harbor, CT, a town that’s recently exploded in popularity thanks to “witch tourism.” Suddenly, witches are everywhere, offering locals their psychic services. Frankie’s fine with this…until aspiring teenage witches begin to disappear, and strange things start happening in the lake house next door. Frankie begins to suspect not all newcomers to West Harbor have the good of the community in mind—especially not her new neighbor, Ash Merit.
Ash
Ash Merit finds lost things—and people—for a living. All he wants is to help his clients, and maybe get to know the stunningly beautiful (and newly single) Dr. Frankie Giovanni a little better. But thanks to some troublesome young witches—not to mention his often faulty psychic “superpower”—everything goes wrong. If only Frankie wasn’t so distractingly attractive…and so unwilling to admit there might not be a logical reason for everything, including the flames that ignite whenever the two of them kiss. Ash hopes to change that, but first he and Frankie have to find the missing girls, as well as the truth about what’s happening in West Harbor…a truth that could change everything they thought they knew about themselves—and the magic of love.
384 pages, Paperback
Expected publication August 11, 2026
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About the author
Meg Cabot
279 books35.4k followersLibrarian note: AKA Jenny Carroll (1-800-Where-R-You series), AKA Patricia Cabot (historical romance novels).
Meg Cabot was born on February 1, 1967, during the Chinese astrological year of the Fire Horse, a notoriously unlucky sign. Fortunately she grew up in Bloomington, Indiana, where few people were aware of the stigma of being a fire horse -- at least until Meg became a teenager, when she flunked freshman Algebra twice, then decided to cut her own bangs. After six years as an undergrad at Indiana University, Meg moved to New York City (in the middle of a sanitation worker strike) to pursue a career as an illustrator, at which she failed miserably, forcing her to turn to her favorite hobby--writing novels--for emotional succor. She worked various jobs to pay the rent, including a decade-long stint as the assistant manager of a 700 bed freshmen dormitory at NYU, a position she still occasionally misses.
She is now the author of nearly fifty books for both adults and teens, selling fifteen million copies worldwide, many of which have been #1 New York Times bestsellers, most notably The Princess Diaries series, which is currently being published in over 38 countries, and was made into two hit movies by Disney. In addition, Meg wrote the Mediator and 1-800-Where-R-You? series (on which the television series, Missing, was based), two All-American Girl books, Teen Idol, Avalon High, How to Be Popular, Pants on Fire, Jinx, a series of novels written entirely in email format (Boy Next Door, Boy Meets Girl, and Every Boy's Got One), a mystery series (Size 12 Is Not Fat/ Size 14 Is Not Fat Either/Big Boned), and a chick-lit series called Queen of Babble.
Meg is now writing a new children's series called Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls. Her new paranormal series, Abandon, debuts in Summer of 2011.
Meg currently divides her time between Key West, Indiana, and New York City with a primary cat (one-eyed Henrietta), various back-up cats, and her husband, who doesn't know he married a fire horse. Please don't tell him.
Series:
* Airhead
* The Princess Diaries
* Mediator
Meg Cabot was born on February 1, 1967, during the Chinese astrological year of the Fire Horse, a notoriously unlucky sign. Fortunately she grew up in Bloomington, Indiana, where few people were aware of the stigma of being a fire horse -- at least until Meg became a teenager, when she flunked freshman Algebra twice, then decided to cut her own bangs. After six years as an undergrad at Indiana University, Meg moved to New York City (in the middle of a sanitation worker strike) to pursue a career as an illustrator, at which she failed miserably, forcing her to turn to her favorite hobby--writing novels--for emotional succor. She worked various jobs to pay the rent, including a decade-long stint as the assistant manager of a 700 bed freshmen dormitory at NYU, a position she still occasionally misses.
She is now the author of nearly fifty books for both adults and teens, selling fifteen million copies worldwide, many of which have been #1 New York Times bestsellers, most notably The Princess Diaries series, which is currently being published in over 38 countries, and was made into two hit movies by Disney. In addition, Meg wrote the Mediator and 1-800-Where-R-You? series (on which the television series, Missing, was based), two All-American Girl books, Teen Idol, Avalon High, How to Be Popular, Pants on Fire, Jinx, a series of novels written entirely in email format (Boy Next Door, Boy Meets Girl, and Every Boy's Got One), a mystery series (Size 12 Is Not Fat/ Size 14 Is Not Fat Either/Big Boned), and a chick-lit series called Queen of Babble.
Meg is now writing a new children's series called Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls. Her new paranormal series, Abandon, debuts in Summer of 2011.
Meg currently divides her time between Key West, Indiana, and New York City with a primary cat (one-eyed Henrietta), various back-up cats, and her husband, who doesn't know he married a fire horse. Please don't tell him.
Series:
* Airhead
* The Princess Diaries
* Mediator
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November 4, 2025
Magical romance, kittens and a murderous teenage girl cult.
I really liked these main characters.
Both Frankie and Ash have good personalities, and their relationship had a pretty smooth development, which I liked.
I want to call this enemies to lovers, but it’s not really. It’s more “I don’t like you that much” to lovers?
But in my head, it still counts as an enjoyable trope.
I wish we got to see more romantic moments between them though! But I get that a lot of the story is focused on a bigger part of the plot, by design.
I will say that I thought some of this was maybe a little bit stretched. Nothing too bad, but there were a few moments where things felt overdramatized and unrealistic- even for a book about witches and cults.
I also thought there were some basic and corny parts, that really reminded me of something like the Disney movie Hercules.
I’m not really noting this as a “bad” thing.
I do think some people would probably like that- especially if they’re into mythology.
I love reading stories with witchy themes and major occult vibes and some parts of this story are giving that exactly.
This is like something you would watch in a cult documentary. It gave me of weird, kind of creepy and kind of “how could you possibly fall for that?” feelings.
(But seriously… I can’t believe they fell for that! Social media influencer culture will be the death of me.)
Thank you to Netgalley, Avon and Harper Voyager and author Meg Cabot, for providing me with the eARC of “The Magic We Made”, in exchange for my honest review!
Publication date: August 11, 2026
I really liked these main characters.
Both Frankie and Ash have good personalities, and their relationship had a pretty smooth development, which I liked.
I want to call this enemies to lovers, but it’s not really. It’s more “I don’t like you that much” to lovers?
But in my head, it still counts as an enjoyable trope.
I wish we got to see more romantic moments between them though! But I get that a lot of the story is focused on a bigger part of the plot, by design.
I will say that I thought some of this was maybe a little bit stretched. Nothing too bad, but there were a few moments where things felt overdramatized and unrealistic- even for a book about witches and cults.
I also thought there were some basic and corny parts, that really reminded me of something like the Disney movie Hercules.
I’m not really noting this as a “bad” thing.
I do think some people would probably like that- especially if they’re into mythology.
I love reading stories with witchy themes and major occult vibes and some parts of this story are giving that exactly.
This is like something you would watch in a cult documentary. It gave me of weird, kind of creepy and kind of “how could you possibly fall for that?” feelings.
(But seriously… I can’t believe they fell for that! Social media influencer culture will be the death of me.)
Thank you to Netgalley, Avon and Harper Voyager and author Meg Cabot, for providing me with the eARC of “The Magic We Made”, in exchange for my honest review!
Publication date: August 11, 2026
December 8, 2025
This isn’t the first Meg Cabot book I’ve read (I love you, Avalon High), and it won’t be my last! This book was genuinely so much fun to read, and I’ll happily recommend it to people who are looking for a little spooky romance next season!
It is an interconnected standalone, so you don’t have to read the first to jump into the world of West Harbor. However, as someone who hasn’t read the first book in the series, this one might be more enjoyable if you read them in order.
I tend not to be the biggest fan of dual POV books; however, I loved how Cabot managed to do this one. Having three POVs, the FMCs, the MMCs, and the missing girl's POV to keep readers engaged in that plot was so brilliant. The missing girls were never pushed off to the side in any of the other POVs, but I found that whenever I was going to call it a night with reading, I always read one more chapter if I was going to end on Emma’s POV, I needed to keep going.
Everything about this book is so fun, from the cast, the dialogue and the plot. It was so easy to become invested in the town of West Harbor. Cabot’s writing is still as warm and witty as what I remember all of those years ago. For such a big cast of characters, Cabot did such an amazing job at making everybody stand out in their own way. I would love to see more of the Giovanni family as the series progresses. Of all the unique personalities throughout the book, Ash is hands down my favorite character, and how could he not be when he comes from a divine family? I think his magic is so unique, and I love how we see his own arc come together so perfectly in the end.
My only qualm with the book is how quickly Frankie and Ash go from hating each other (though it was only Frankie who hated Ash) to saying I love you in just a few days. I’m a sucker for slow burn, and I know that not every book is going to scratch that itch. Even then, how quickly Frankie and Ash admit their feelings for each other doesn’t ruin this book for me.
Thank you NetGalley and Avon for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!
It is an interconnected standalone, so you don’t have to read the first to jump into the world of West Harbor. However, as someone who hasn’t read the first book in the series, this one might be more enjoyable if you read them in order.
I tend not to be the biggest fan of dual POV books; however, I loved how Cabot managed to do this one. Having three POVs, the FMCs, the MMCs, and the missing girl's POV to keep readers engaged in that plot was so brilliant. The missing girls were never pushed off to the side in any of the other POVs, but I found that whenever I was going to call it a night with reading, I always read one more chapter if I was going to end on Emma’s POV, I needed to keep going.
Everything about this book is so fun, from the cast, the dialogue and the plot. It was so easy to become invested in the town of West Harbor. Cabot’s writing is still as warm and witty as what I remember all of those years ago. For such a big cast of characters, Cabot did such an amazing job at making everybody stand out in their own way. I would love to see more of the Giovanni family as the series progresses. Of all the unique personalities throughout the book, Ash is hands down my favorite character, and how could he not be when he comes from a divine family? I think his magic is so unique, and I love how we see his own arc come together so perfectly in the end.
My only qualm with the book is how quickly Frankie and Ash go from hating each other (though it was only Frankie who hated Ash) to saying I love you in just a few days. I’m a sucker for slow burn, and I know that not every book is going to scratch that itch. Even then, how quickly Frankie and Ash admit their feelings for each other doesn’t ruin this book for me.
Thank you NetGalley and Avon for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!
December 6, 2025
One of my most anticipated books of the year! It’s not often you pick up a book and it’s everything you wanted it to be -this was the perfect witchy read -I immediately hit preorder after reading my galley and can’t wait to reread next spooky season.
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Full review to post week beginning 12th July
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With thanks to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyage for the free e-ARC in exchange for sharing an honest review.
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Full review to post week beginning 12th July
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With thanks to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyage for the free e-ARC in exchange for sharing an honest review.
December 3, 2025
First and foremost, thank you to the author and publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review:
Meg Cabot has done it again! As someone who grew up loving The Mediator series, I dove into The Magic We Made without reading the first book in the series—and I'm happy to report that it absolutely works as a standalone (though now I'm rushing to grab Enchanted to Meet You because I need more of this world).
What I Loved
The Character Dynamics: The real magic in this book lies in the chemistry and interactions between
the two main male characters. Cabot has a gift for creating relationships that feel genuine and engaging, and the dynamic between these characters kept me turning pages. Their banter, their conflicts, and their growth throughout the story felt authentic and compelling.
The Witch Timeline Mystery: The subplot involving the missing teenage witches added an intriguing layer of suspense that elevated the story beyond a simple romance. I found myself genuinely invested in unraveling what was happening in the witches' timeline, and Cabot wove this mystery throughout the narrative in a way that kept me engaged without overwhelming the character-driven story.
Cabot's Signature Style: The writing is exactly what I've come to expect and love from Meg Cabot—witty, warm, and effortlessly readable. It's cute without being saccharine, and she strikes that perfect balance between humor and heart that made The Mediator series so special.
Why Not 5 Stars?
While I thoroughly enjoyed this book, there were a few minor elements that kept it from being a perfect read for me. However, these didn't significantly detract from my overall enjoyment, and Meg Cabot once again proved why she's been a favorite author of mine for years.
Who Should Read This?
If you loved The Mediator series, you NEED to read this. Cabot brings the same charm, engaging character work, and supernatural intrigue that made us fall in love with Suze and Jesse to this adult romance series. It's the perfect next step for fans who grew up with her YA work and are looking for something with similar heart but aimed at an older audience.
Final Thoughts
The Magic We Made is a delightful blend of romance, mystery, and magic that showcases why Meg Cabot remains one of the most reliably entertaining authors in the genre. Whether you're coming from her YA backlist or discovering her for the first time, this book delivers exactly what you want: engaging characters, an intriguing plot, and that warm, fuzzy feeling that comes from a well-crafted story. I'm already looking forward to going back to read book one and continuing with this series.
Meg Cabot has done it again! As someone who grew up loving The Mediator series, I dove into The Magic We Made without reading the first book in the series—and I'm happy to report that it absolutely works as a standalone (though now I'm rushing to grab Enchanted to Meet You because I need more of this world).
What I Loved
The Character Dynamics: The real magic in this book lies in the chemistry and interactions between
the two main male characters. Cabot has a gift for creating relationships that feel genuine and engaging, and the dynamic between these characters kept me turning pages. Their banter, their conflicts, and their growth throughout the story felt authentic and compelling.
The Witch Timeline Mystery: The subplot involving the missing teenage witches added an intriguing layer of suspense that elevated the story beyond a simple romance. I found myself genuinely invested in unraveling what was happening in the witches' timeline, and Cabot wove this mystery throughout the narrative in a way that kept me engaged without overwhelming the character-driven story.
Cabot's Signature Style: The writing is exactly what I've come to expect and love from Meg Cabot—witty, warm, and effortlessly readable. It's cute without being saccharine, and she strikes that perfect balance between humor and heart that made The Mediator series so special.
Why Not 5 Stars?
While I thoroughly enjoyed this book, there were a few minor elements that kept it from being a perfect read for me. However, these didn't significantly detract from my overall enjoyment, and Meg Cabot once again proved why she's been a favorite author of mine for years.
Who Should Read This?
If you loved The Mediator series, you NEED to read this. Cabot brings the same charm, engaging character work, and supernatural intrigue that made us fall in love with Suze and Jesse to this adult romance series. It's the perfect next step for fans who grew up with her YA work and are looking for something with similar heart but aimed at an older audience.
Final Thoughts
The Magic We Made is a delightful blend of romance, mystery, and magic that showcases why Meg Cabot remains one of the most reliably entertaining authors in the genre. Whether you're coming from her YA backlist or discovering her for the first time, this book delivers exactly what you want: engaging characters, an intriguing plot, and that warm, fuzzy feeling that comes from a well-crafted story. I'm already looking forward to going back to read book one and continuing with this series.
November 20, 2025
It's always a wonderful comfort to revisit Meg Cabot's writing and worlds. This one is so fun. I've had the first sitting in my Kindle for longer than I'd like to admit, but I had no trouble jumping into this one. Interconnected Standalone. Completely fine to jump into Book 2.
This was dual, 1st person POV and I think it's the first dual POV Meg Cabot book I've ever read?! And I've been reading Meg since junior high. It was done so well! (It also made sense because the leads don't really interact until like 25ish% into the book, but Meg has always straddled more of the Women's Fiction line with her plotting and pacing like that. This is firmly Contemporary Paranormal Romance though, don't worry.) It even had a third POV from one of the missing girls, which was perfect for keeping me interested and intrigued in that plot, especially since it was so major. It's still closed door/fade to black but it does have a trigger warning list at the beginning of the book.
This book has a huge cast because the FMC comes from a large family who all live in a small town, and you get introduced to a huge cast of characters. The cast never feels overwhelming though because Ms. Cabot does a wonderful job of separating out the characters to focus the reader's attention in the scene.
The dialogue and plot are so fun and fast paced that it's easy to devour this book. The light mystery keeps you needing to turn the page. The writing style is the same old, perfectly comforting Meg Cabot style she's been a master of for over two decades. If you've liked her before, you'll like her now, and if you've never read her before, you're in for a real treat. (Go to her back catalog and have fun!)
My only complaint is how fast the relationship moved from "I hate you" to "I love you." It's like a few days of them having officially met each other and getting to know each other and then they get together. They "break up" (not really) the next day but both realize they love the other. I'm very behind on Ms. Cabot's releases, and so the last of hers I read was No Words, in which the whole book takes place over a weekend, and it had the same problem of "I hate you. Now I've had two days to know you. Now I lust you. Now I love you." It's just fast for me as a reader to actually believe in the HEA of the end. But that's so minor and I enjoyed the rest of the book so much that I just really don't care *that* much.
Should you read it? Yes.
This was dual, 1st person POV and I think it's the first dual POV Meg Cabot book I've ever read?! And I've been reading Meg since junior high. It was done so well! (It also made sense because the leads don't really interact until like 25ish% into the book, but Meg has always straddled more of the Women's Fiction line with her plotting and pacing like that. This is firmly Contemporary Paranormal Romance though, don't worry.) It even had a third POV from one of the missing girls, which was perfect for keeping me interested and intrigued in that plot, especially since it was so major. It's still closed door/fade to black but it does have a trigger warning list at the beginning of the book.
This book has a huge cast because the FMC comes from a large family who all live in a small town, and you get introduced to a huge cast of characters. The cast never feels overwhelming though because Ms. Cabot does a wonderful job of separating out the characters to focus the reader's attention in the scene.
The dialogue and plot are so fun and fast paced that it's easy to devour this book. The light mystery keeps you needing to turn the page. The writing style is the same old, perfectly comforting Meg Cabot style she's been a master of for over two decades. If you've liked her before, you'll like her now, and if you've never read her before, you're in for a real treat. (Go to her back catalog and have fun!)
My only complaint is how fast the relationship moved from "I hate you" to "I love you." It's like a few days of them having officially met each other and getting to know each other and then they get together. They "break up" (not really) the next day but both realize they love the other. I'm very behind on Ms. Cabot's releases, and so the last of hers I read was No Words, in which the whole book takes place over a weekend, and it had the same problem of "I hate you. Now I've had two days to know you. Now I lust you. Now I love you." It's just fast for me as a reader to actually believe in the HEA of the end. But that's so minor and I enjoyed the rest of the book so much that I just really don't care *that* much.
Should you read it? Yes.
December 6, 2025
I took a chance on reading this as an early copy without having read any of the author’s other books, especially the first in the Witches of West Harbor. This was mentioned as a standalone so I thought I’d be safe :)
While it seems to be a good possible standalone, I’m sure having read the first (#1 in series) might have helped me enjoy it quite a bit more.
Positives ~ I liked the witchy vibe of the town, and their claim to fame about a witchy encounter. The tourism spike helps keep the town alive and thriving, but it took me awhile to figure out if this was truly a magical town with magical interferences. The main characters, Frankie and Ash are fun and charming and some of their togetherness is very cute. Unfortunately, or fortunately? My favorite character is the cat newly named Daisy and her kittens. I’m a sucker for a cat character, and she was quite entertaining in her immediate acceptance of Ash vs. having held off Frankie for quite some time playing hard to get under the front porch 😁
Not really negatives, but things I was so so about? While I liked Ash and Frankie, for me personally I thought maybe they were just a little bit insta-love (to use a friend’s turn of phrase). There really wasn’t a lot of buildup in their relationship, it just seemed to be they meet and then fall in love so quickly. Secondly, I had a hard time figuring out if the whole side story of the book was supposed to be a magical and witchy coven, or if this was a more sinister, mysterious cult and potentially even a concern for the survival of some of the characters. All of this could truly be my fault in reading this as a standalone and not having read the first book prior to diving into The Magic We Made.
It’s still a cute, magical read, and with patience, the author provides all the answers and a fitting ending. If I am to recommend, I’d go back and read some of the authors other work, and definitely read the first in the Witches of West Harbor to see if it assists in my enjoyment of this book.
While it seems to be a good possible standalone, I’m sure having read the first (#1 in series) might have helped me enjoy it quite a bit more.
Positives ~ I liked the witchy vibe of the town, and their claim to fame about a witchy encounter. The tourism spike helps keep the town alive and thriving, but it took me awhile to figure out if this was truly a magical town with magical interferences. The main characters, Frankie and Ash are fun and charming and some of their togetherness is very cute. Unfortunately, or fortunately? My favorite character is the cat newly named Daisy and her kittens. I’m a sucker for a cat character, and she was quite entertaining in her immediate acceptance of Ash vs. having held off Frankie for quite some time playing hard to get under the front porch 😁
Not really negatives, but things I was so so about? While I liked Ash and Frankie, for me personally I thought maybe they were just a little bit insta-love (to use a friend’s turn of phrase). There really wasn’t a lot of buildup in their relationship, it just seemed to be they meet and then fall in love so quickly. Secondly, I had a hard time figuring out if the whole side story of the book was supposed to be a magical and witchy coven, or if this was a more sinister, mysterious cult and potentially even a concern for the survival of some of the characters. All of this could truly be my fault in reading this as a standalone and not having read the first book prior to diving into The Magic We Made.
It’s still a cute, magical read, and with patience, the author provides all the answers and a fitting ending. If I am to recommend, I’d go back and read some of the authors other work, and definitely read the first in the Witches of West Harbor to see if it assists in my enjoyment of this book.
November 30, 2025
Description says it is a standalone novel. I felt like if I were to have read the first book in the series, I’d feel less disappointed about my experience with this book.
The magic didn’t exist to me. It was a concept that was promised, but never actually executed. I waited and waited for SOMETHING to happen, and when it did, I was so confused. Things made little sense. A lot was being revealed, but you just couldn’t seem to understand where this was coming from. It was so out of the blue and outrageous. I had anticipated so much just to be let down.
The “romance” between Frankie and Ash should’ve been kept out. I don’t think this plot line was necessary to the story. If you’re going to imply spicy time, you might as well leave it out all together. There was no point to this. Sex should not be the ONLY thing that brings two characters closer together. This was their catalyst, an empty, meaningless plot device.
Their demeanor when they were together was off putting. The entirety of their interactions were of them either ogling the other, or wondering if the other was thinking about ogling them. Ash mentioned the way Frankie’s ass looked THREE times in one chapter. How was it possible that these two could have had ANY chemistry, when they spent so much time noticing how the other looked and not on what truly mattered-their values, morals, etc!!! Their love didn’t feel real or believable.
The only thing that worked with this book was the plot centered on the missing girls. I loved reading Emma’s chapters. I wish we would’ve gotten more.
Also, the other only thing I LOVED WAS THAT CAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you were looking for something magical and interesting, this might not be it for you.
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for this arc. This is my honest review.
The magic didn’t exist to me. It was a concept that was promised, but never actually executed. I waited and waited for SOMETHING to happen, and when it did, I was so confused. Things made little sense. A lot was being revealed, but you just couldn’t seem to understand where this was coming from. It was so out of the blue and outrageous. I had anticipated so much just to be let down.
The “romance” between Frankie and Ash should’ve been kept out. I don’t think this plot line was necessary to the story. If you’re going to imply spicy time, you might as well leave it out all together. There was no point to this. Sex should not be the ONLY thing that brings two characters closer together. This was their catalyst, an empty, meaningless plot device.
Their demeanor when they were together was off putting. The entirety of their interactions were of them either ogling the other, or wondering if the other was thinking about ogling them. Ash mentioned the way Frankie’s ass looked THREE times in one chapter. How was it possible that these two could have had ANY chemistry, when they spent so much time noticing how the other looked and not on what truly mattered-their values, morals, etc!!! Their love didn’t feel real or believable.
The only thing that worked with this book was the plot centered on the missing girls. I loved reading Emma’s chapters. I wish we would’ve gotten more.
Also, the other only thing I LOVED WAS THAT CAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you were looking for something magical and interesting, this might not be it for you.
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for this arc. This is my honest review.
December 6, 2025
✨ THE MAGIC WE MADE by Meg Cabot
Witches of West Harbor #2 • Cozy, witchy, romantic chaos incoming 💜🔮
If you love your romances witchy, whimsical, and just a little unhinged, The Magic We Made is the perfect late-summer read. Think: small-town magic, therapist-meets-psychic chaos, missing witches, and a chemistry spark that literally sets things on fire.
Frankie is all logic and science.
Ash is… absolutely not.
Put them together? Instant sparks, reluctant attraction, and the funniest “this cannot be happening” energy.
✨ Read this if you love:
🔮 Cozy witch vibes
💘 Slow-burn, “I don’t like you (but actually I do)” romance
🌊 New-neighbors + shared-danger trope
🧙♀️ Magical mishaps
🔥 A broody psychic MMC who is magic incarnate
🐈 Cute animals + chaotic familiars
🕯️ Light mystery with cult-y, spooky undertones
😂 That signature Meg Cabot charm
This one reads like a mash-up of:
witchy rom-com + cozy mystery + small-town magic + soft, surprising chemistry.
It’s quirky, warm, slightly spooky, and full of that “magic is real if you’re willing to see it” heart. Frankie and Ash are adorable together, even when everything around them is falling apart (sometimes literally).
If you’re into Practical Magic meets a Hallmark witch movie with a dash of cult drama and romantic fireworks then you’ll devour this.
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Witches of West Harbor #2 • Cozy, witchy, romantic chaos incoming 💜🔮
If you love your romances witchy, whimsical, and just a little unhinged, The Magic We Made is the perfect late-summer read. Think: small-town magic, therapist-meets-psychic chaos, missing witches, and a chemistry spark that literally sets things on fire.
Frankie is all logic and science.
Ash is… absolutely not.
Put them together? Instant sparks, reluctant attraction, and the funniest “this cannot be happening” energy.
✨ Read this if you love:
🔮 Cozy witch vibes
💘 Slow-burn, “I don’t like you (but actually I do)” romance
🌊 New-neighbors + shared-danger trope
🧙♀️ Magical mishaps
🔥 A broody psychic MMC who is magic incarnate
🐈 Cute animals + chaotic familiars
🕯️ Light mystery with cult-y, spooky undertones
😂 That signature Meg Cabot charm
This one reads like a mash-up of:
witchy rom-com + cozy mystery + small-town magic + soft, surprising chemistry.
It’s quirky, warm, slightly spooky, and full of that “magic is real if you’re willing to see it” heart. Frankie and Ash are adorable together, even when everything around them is falling apart (sometimes literally).
If you’re into Practical Magic meets a Hallmark witch movie with a dash of cult drama and romantic fireworks then you’ll devour this.
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November 30, 2025
Rounded up from 3.5
Frankie is completely skeptical about all the new 'witch' stuff in town; she thinks it's a scam. She finds herself working with Ash, the irritating but hot next-door neighbor to find some missing girls. Sparks begin to fly as they start to feel some serious magic between while they uncover the town's secrets. Frankie reconsiders what she knows about love and magic.
This book had cute overall plot and I really liked the characters of Ash and Frankie. I loved Frankie's extended Italian family with its noisy ritual of Sunday Gravy. It is obvious that Meg Cabot researched the involvement of Wicca with Gaia and Hecate. She did great at explaining the difference of being a "good" witch and a "bad" witch.
But that's where I had a little issue with the book, there is a lot of explaining or defining in the book. At one point Frankie explains the meaning of the term "groupthink" to Ash; which, truthfully is pretty self-explanatory. It felt a tad condescending. The romance of Ash and Frank was a bit fast and could have been more flushed out.
But overall, a cute book with some great scenes that worked really well. I do think that reading the first book in the series prior to reading this book would be a good idea.
Thank you to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager, and Meg Cabot for sharing this ARC with me, in exchange for my honest review.
Frankie is completely skeptical about all the new 'witch' stuff in town; she thinks it's a scam. She finds herself working with Ash, the irritating but hot next-door neighbor to find some missing girls. Sparks begin to fly as they start to feel some serious magic between while they uncover the town's secrets. Frankie reconsiders what she knows about love and magic.
This book had cute overall plot and I really liked the characters of Ash and Frankie. I loved Frankie's extended Italian family with its noisy ritual of Sunday Gravy. It is obvious that Meg Cabot researched the involvement of Wicca with Gaia and Hecate. She did great at explaining the difference of being a "good" witch and a "bad" witch.
But that's where I had a little issue with the book, there is a lot of explaining or defining in the book. At one point Frankie explains the meaning of the term "groupthink" to Ash; which, truthfully is pretty self-explanatory. It felt a tad condescending. The romance of Ash and Frank was a bit fast and could have been more flushed out.
But overall, a cute book with some great scenes that worked really well. I do think that reading the first book in the series prior to reading this book would be a good idea.
Thank you to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager, and Meg Cabot for sharing this ARC with me, in exchange for my honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Meg Cabot delivers another enchanting witchy rom-com with The Magic We Made! As having read the first book in the Witches of West Harbor series (Enchanted to Meet You), I was thrilled to dive into this standalone story featuring skeptical therapist Frankie Giovanni and her mysterious new neighbor, Ash Merit—who happens to literally be magic.
Frankie doesn’t believe in the supernatural, preferring logic and therapy sessions to spells. But when teenage witches start disappearing in their quaint Connecticut town and weird things happen next door, she’s forced to team up with the distractingly handsome Ash. The chemistry between them is electric (literally—those kiss scenes spark flames!), blending Cabot’s signature humor, heart, and heartfelt moments perfectly.
I loved the mix of cozy small-town vibes, light paranormal elements, and a romance that feels both fun and meaningful. The mystery of the missing girls keeps you turning pages, while themes of believing in the impossible (and in love) add emotional depth. Cabot’s witty dialogue and relatable characters shine as always—it’s pure escapist joy!
If you enjoy feel-good paranormal romances with strong heroines, swoony heroes, and a touch of magic, this is a must-read. Can’t wait for more from West Harbor! Highly recommend for fans of Cabot’s adult romances.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy in exchange for my honest review
Frankie doesn’t believe in the supernatural, preferring logic and therapy sessions to spells. But when teenage witches start disappearing in their quaint Connecticut town and weird things happen next door, she’s forced to team up with the distractingly handsome Ash. The chemistry between them is electric (literally—those kiss scenes spark flames!), blending Cabot’s signature humor, heart, and heartfelt moments perfectly.
I loved the mix of cozy small-town vibes, light paranormal elements, and a romance that feels both fun and meaningful. The mystery of the missing girls keeps you turning pages, while themes of believing in the impossible (and in love) add emotional depth. Cabot’s witty dialogue and relatable characters shine as always—it’s pure escapist joy!
If you enjoy feel-good paranormal romances with strong heroines, swoony heroes, and a touch of magic, this is a must-read. Can’t wait for more from West Harbor! Highly recommend for fans of Cabot’s adult romances.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy in exchange for my honest review
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to Avon and Harper Voyager, NetGalley, and Meg Cabot for this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion, my thoughts are my own.
Frankie is a therapist who lives in West Harbor, CT. She loves it there, except for her neighbor renting out his house to summer people who are loud and keep asking her questions. She is recently divorced and has a lovely Italian family. She is working through her divorce and the passing of her father. She is very scientifically minded and loves exercising and cats, but magic just doesn’t make sense to her.
Ash is magic personified, with a magical family and an ability to find things. He comes from the city to find someone important to his family. He is very attracted to Frankie who thinks they are enemies and the story really begins.
I loved this story so much and there is a reason Meg Cabot is as successful as she is, her writing is amazing! Magic and chemistry collide in this story with Ash and Frankie.. I loved the Italian family dynamics, the siblings and their banter, and the love that they have. The mystery and reveals in this story are incredible and so unpredictable it’s astounding. The pacing was perfect, the writing was witty, dynamic, and easy to read. If you haven’t read anything by Meg Cabot, what are you waiting for! She is a must read author and this book is no different. Highly recommended!
Frankie is a therapist who lives in West Harbor, CT. She loves it there, except for her neighbor renting out his house to summer people who are loud and keep asking her questions. She is recently divorced and has a lovely Italian family. She is working through her divorce and the passing of her father. She is very scientifically minded and loves exercising and cats, but magic just doesn’t make sense to her.
Ash is magic personified, with a magical family and an ability to find things. He comes from the city to find someone important to his family. He is very attracted to Frankie who thinks they are enemies and the story really begins.
I loved this story so much and there is a reason Meg Cabot is as successful as she is, her writing is amazing! Magic and chemistry collide in this story with Ash and Frankie.. I loved the Italian family dynamics, the siblings and their banter, and the love that they have. The mystery and reveals in this story are incredible and so unpredictable it’s astounding. The pacing was perfect, the writing was witty, dynamic, and easy to read. If you haven’t read anything by Meg Cabot, what are you waiting for! She is a must read author and this book is no different. Highly recommended!
November 30, 2025
Electronic ARC provided by Edelweiss.
I always enjoy Meg Cabot, and her Witches of West Harbor series is shaping up to be a fun setting. Like many current cozy fantasy series, West Harbor is presented as a setting for any number of loosely related stories. Generally with series like this I find myself enjoying them more and more as the series progresses and the world building deepens.
In The Magic We Made we are introduced to main characters Ash and Frankie. The two have a sort of believer/skeptic dynamic going on for much of the book (in fact, Frankie's stubborn disbelief got a little wearing at times, though I guess she does have her reasons), as they go from vaguely antagonistic (at least on Frankie's part), to lovers while investigating a local teenage witch cult.
Frankie's family was generally delightful, and it was fun to get cameos from the previous books characters. The central mystery was interesting, and it's hard to go wrong with the teenage witch cult idea. Also there are kittens.
The Magic We Made is a fun installment to this series that expands the world and provides a solid cozy fantasy/romance experience. I'm glad that Meg Cabot has chosen to play more with this world.
I always enjoy Meg Cabot, and her Witches of West Harbor series is shaping up to be a fun setting. Like many current cozy fantasy series, West Harbor is presented as a setting for any number of loosely related stories. Generally with series like this I find myself enjoying them more and more as the series progresses and the world building deepens.
In The Magic We Made we are introduced to main characters Ash and Frankie. The two have a sort of believer/skeptic dynamic going on for much of the book (in fact, Frankie's stubborn disbelief got a little wearing at times, though I guess she does have her reasons), as they go from vaguely antagonistic (at least on Frankie's part), to lovers while investigating a local teenage witch cult.
Frankie's family was generally delightful, and it was fun to get cameos from the previous books characters. The central mystery was interesting, and it's hard to go wrong with the teenage witch cult idea. Also there are kittens.
The Magic We Made is a fun installment to this series that expands the world and provides a solid cozy fantasy/romance experience. I'm glad that Meg Cabot has chosen to play more with this world.
November 23, 2025
I had such a good time with The Magic We Made! Meg Cabot is my all-time favorite author (I will never shut up about the Mediator series), so of course I grabbed this ARC the second I could. And honestly, it was just pure magical fun.
Frankie and Ash have that perfect logic vs. magic chemistry that Meg Cabot does so well. It is fun, flirty, and a little chaotic in the best way. I loved watching Frankie try to rationalize literally everything while Ash is over here being all psychic and charming. Their sparks were so cute, and the mystery of the missing girls kept the whole story moving. I was really engaged, as I always am with her books but I love this Witches of West Harbor series.
The vibe is whimsical, cozy, and just the right amount of romantic. It feels like classic Meg Cabot but with a magical twist, and I absolutely ate it up. I love small towns, light witchy vibes, and an awesome romance, and this was such a great book by an amazing author. It is also perfect for the season and I highly recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley, Meg Cabot, and Avon for the eARC of this book.
Frankie and Ash have that perfect logic vs. magic chemistry that Meg Cabot does so well. It is fun, flirty, and a little chaotic in the best way. I loved watching Frankie try to rationalize literally everything while Ash is over here being all psychic and charming. Their sparks were so cute, and the mystery of the missing girls kept the whole story moving. I was really engaged, as I always am with her books but I love this Witches of West Harbor series.
The vibe is whimsical, cozy, and just the right amount of romantic. It feels like classic Meg Cabot but with a magical twist, and I absolutely ate it up. I love small towns, light witchy vibes, and an awesome romance, and this was such a great book by an amazing author. It is also perfect for the season and I highly recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley, Meg Cabot, and Avon for the eARC of this book.
November 5, 2025
3.5
Frankie Giovanni solo quiere paz. Después de un divorcio humillante y meses intentando reencontrarse consigo misma, ha convertido su casa junto al lago en un refugio donde la rutina y la tranquilidad son su mejor compañía. Pero West Harbor nunca ha sido un pueblo tan tranquilo como parece. Entre turistas en busca de magia, influencers que desaparecen sin explicación y rumores de brujería, la calma dura poco.
Todo se complica cuando su encantador pero irritante vecino Ash Merit regresa decidido a resolver un misterio que lo persigue. Frankie no cree en la magia ni en teorías sobrenaturales, pero cuando los secretos del pueblo comienzan a salir a la luz y la línea entre lo real y lo imposible se vuelve difusa, deberá decidir en quién confiar y cuánto está dispuesta a arriesgar para proteger lo que ama. Tal vez la magia no sea solo cosa de cuentos, y tal vez abrir el corazón sea el mayor acto de valentía.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.
Frankie Giovanni solo quiere paz. Después de un divorcio humillante y meses intentando reencontrarse consigo misma, ha convertido su casa junto al lago en un refugio donde la rutina y la tranquilidad son su mejor compañía. Pero West Harbor nunca ha sido un pueblo tan tranquilo como parece. Entre turistas en busca de magia, influencers que desaparecen sin explicación y rumores de brujería, la calma dura poco.
Todo se complica cuando su encantador pero irritante vecino Ash Merit regresa decidido a resolver un misterio que lo persigue. Frankie no cree en la magia ni en teorías sobrenaturales, pero cuando los secretos del pueblo comienzan a salir a la luz y la línea entre lo real y lo imposible se vuelve difusa, deberá decidir en quién confiar y cuánto está dispuesta a arriesgar para proteger lo que ama. Tal vez la magia no sea solo cosa de cuentos, y tal vez abrir el corazón sea el mayor acto de valentía.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.
November 6, 2025
A cute witchy book with a sinister side. I didn't read the first book of the series, so I'm not sure how much was explained in that book vs this one, and I was confused in the beginning trying to play catch up: like are these real witches or pretend witches, are powers actually a thing in this world, and is this witchy girl cult actually for real? Some of the events that happened in this book were kind of crazy and overdramatic, especially the twist, and there was a combination of different mythological/supernatural themes/tropes. To me, it was like Sabrina the Teenage Witch meets Percy Jackson, which is an interesting combo.
I felt like Ash and Frankie's relationship definitely moved a little too fast for me. They only interacted for like a few days before they claimed to be falling in love with each other, especially when Frankie initially despised Ash. Their trope is a one-sided hate to lovers.
Overall, not sure if this genre is for me, but I will always love Meg Cabot.
Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the ARC!
I felt like Ash and Frankie's relationship definitely moved a little too fast for me. They only interacted for like a few days before they claimed to be falling in love with each other, especially when Frankie initially despised Ash. Their trope is a one-sided hate to lovers.
Overall, not sure if this genre is for me, but I will always love Meg Cabot.
Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the ARC!
December 3, 2025
The book is a fun, cozy paranormal romance that delivers exactly what Meg Cabot fans expect: witty banter, an appealing leading man (Ash Merit), and an intriguing mystery. The dive into local cults and groupthink adds an interesting layer of depth, making the story feel relevant in today's society. The plot picks up nicely around the 30% mark and becomes a compelling read with some good twists.
However, the pacing is a notable issue. It's slow to start, and at times the writing style felt a bit choppy for my taste. The novel reads like a Young Adult book, but the characters are in their late 20s, creating a slightly confusing tone that detracts from the overall experience. I also found myself wishing for a little more background on the characters and the world's magic, as they seemed a bit two-dimensional at points.
Ultimately, it's an enjoyable, lighthearted read that makes for a great escape, but it doesn't quite reach the narrative potential it hints at.
However, the pacing is a notable issue. It's slow to start, and at times the writing style felt a bit choppy for my taste. The novel reads like a Young Adult book, but the characters are in their late 20s, creating a slightly confusing tone that detracts from the overall experience. I also found myself wishing for a little more background on the characters and the world's magic, as they seemed a bit two-dimensional at points.
Ultimately, it's an enjoyable, lighthearted read that makes for a great escape, but it doesn't quite reach the narrative potential it hints at.
December 8, 2025
The Magic We Made is warm, whimsical, and witchy. It's a mishmash of energies, in that it is part romance, part cozy mystery, and part mythological magic. Frankie and Ash are delightful as the leads, for she's a therapist, a realist, and an "everything has a scientific explanation" skeptic whereas he's a businessman with a psychic ability to find lost things and people. Together? Together, they give form to the opposite attracts trope in a way that is both endearing and entertaining, especially as they team up to get to the bottom of a mysterious teenage witch cult that has sprung up in and around their small town of West Harbor.
This one's perfect for readers looking for that cozy, supernatural feel good vibe.
Thanks to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the ARC in exchange for my review.
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This one's perfect for readers looking for that cozy, supernatural feel good vibe.
Thanks to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the ARC in exchange for my review.
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December 2, 2025
Thank you, Avon and Harper Voyager, for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
The Magic We Made is such a cozy, witchy meet-cute that warmed me right up. Frankie and Ash were delightful to follow (and Frankie’s Italian family honestly stole the show for me). I loved the mix of drama, sweet moments, and magical touches, plus the added mystery element kept the story moving. Frankie’s rational side versus Ash’s psychic charm made for such fun sparks, and the missing girls plot added depth.
It’s marketed as a standalone, but I��d recommend reading the first book for extra context. Still, this one works well on its own and is fast-paced, cozy, and just plain fun. I’ll definitely be picking up the next in the series!
The Magic We Made is such a cozy, witchy meet-cute that warmed me right up. Frankie and Ash were delightful to follow (and Frankie’s Italian family honestly stole the show for me). I loved the mix of drama, sweet moments, and magical touches, plus the added mystery element kept the story moving. Frankie’s rational side versus Ash’s psychic charm made for such fun sparks, and the missing girls plot added depth.
It’s marketed as a standalone, but I��d recommend reading the first book for extra context. Still, this one works well on its own and is fast-paced, cozy, and just plain fun. I’ll definitely be picking up the next in the series!
December 3, 2025
The Magic We Made is a charming, feel-good story with all the classic Meg Cabot vibes—witty banter, sweet romance, and a heroine you can’t help but root for. The magical elements are light and fun, adding just enough sparkle without overpowering the character-driven storyline. I loved the cozy, whimsical atmosphere and the way the relationships (both romantic and platonic) developed with warmth and humor.
There were a few moments where the pacing slowed, but overall it’s an uplifting, magical read that left me smiling. A perfect choice if you’re in the mood for something heartwarming with a touch of enchantment.
Thank you Meg Cabot, NetGalley, Avon, and Harper Voyager for e-arc of this book in exchange for my honest review!!!!
There were a few moments where the pacing slowed, but overall it’s an uplifting, magical read that left me smiling. A perfect choice if you’re in the mood for something heartwarming with a touch of enchantment.
Thank you Meg Cabot, NetGalley, Avon, and Harper Voyager for e-arc of this book in exchange for my honest review!!!!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I liked it, but was confused with the world building at the onset. I wasn’t aware its the 2nd book when I went in so I can review with fresh eyes. I love the chemistry between Ash and Frankie. I also like how Meg assimilated today’s environment with the old mythology beliefs. It was an enjoyable read! Giving it 4 stars just because I need more spice between Ash and Frankie gaaaahhh!!!I liked it, but was confused with the world building at the onset. I wasn’t aware its the 2nd book when I went in so I can review with fresh eyes. I love the chemistry between Ash and Frankie. I also like how Meg assimilated today’s environment with the old mythology beliefs. It was an enjoyable read! Giving it 4 stars just because I need more spice between Ash and Frankie gaaaahhh!!!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Magic We Made is exactly what I want from a Meg Cabot book: witchy small-town chaos, a skeptic FMC, a quietly swoony MMC, and just enough mystery to keep things moving. Frankie’s logic-first brain vs. Ash’s actual magic is a fun dynamic, and their banter made the slow-burn romance feel earned.
The missing girls storyline adds real stakes without overpowering the cozy vibes, and West Harbor is one of those towns I’d absolutely move to if fictional towns were hiring. A few plot beats felt a little convenient, and the magic rules are soft, but honestly? The heart carries it.
If you like low-stress fantasy romance with humor, warmth, and a little sparkle, this one delivers.
Thank you NetGalley and publishers for this arc
The missing girls storyline adds real stakes without overpowering the cozy vibes, and West Harbor is one of those towns I’d absolutely move to if fictional towns were hiring. A few plot beats felt a little convenient, and the magic rules are soft, but honestly? The heart carries it.
If you like low-stress fantasy romance with humor, warmth, and a little sparkle, this one delivers.
Thank you NetGalley and publishers for this arc
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
4 Stars! Cute paranormal book with some unforeseen twists and surprises. This is book 2 in the ‘Witches of West Harbor’ series and can be read as a standalone. I did feel a bit confused at first. I wasn’t sure if the magic & witches were real or just thought they were. I figured it out a bit later though. The main characters are Frankie & Ash. They were both likable and made a cute couple, even though they went from enemies to lovers kinda fast. Slow flow at times & overly descriptive, had me skimming a bit and getting bored. Still, I really loved the surprises near the end. Did not see them coming. Interesting book that is worth reading.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.*
*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.*
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
So take a novel about witches. Add in some-insta love. Then sprinkle in a teenage death cult. The result? The Magic We Made. But honestly…it was so good!!!
This is technically Witches of West Harbor #2, but it is definitely a capable standalone, and I actually think that this one was much more cohesive and all together more interesting than the first book. If you can get over the main character hating the love interest one chapter and then being all over him the next, then this is a good quick read! I loved the main plot line with the witch cult too. I would recommend this if that is something that you are interested in.
Thank you to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager, and the author, Meg Cabot, for this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review :)
This is technically Witches of West Harbor #2, but it is definitely a capable standalone, and I actually think that this one was much more cohesive and all together more interesting than the first book. If you can get over the main character hating the love interest one chapter and then being all over him the next, then this is a good quick read! I loved the main plot line with the witch cult too. I would recommend this if that is something that you are interested in.
Thank you to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager, and the author, Meg Cabot, for this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review :)
November 10, 2025
The magical plot line was fantastic. The story line moved fast and was interesting. There were even a few twists I didn’t see coming.
The romance subplot felt rushed and unrealistic. One moment she despises him, and the next they're in love. Even by romance standards, that transition was jarring and hard to believe.
I do think it would be best to read book one before this one because things will make more sense. There is a lot learned in book one that is not re-explained in book two so that could get confusing if you aren’t already familiar.
I received an ARC of this ebook from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review!
The romance subplot felt rushed and unrealistic. One moment she despises him, and the next they're in love. Even by romance standards, that transition was jarring and hard to believe.
I do think it would be best to read book one before this one because things will make more sense. There is a lot learned in book one that is not re-explained in book two so that could get confusing if you aren’t already familiar.
I received an ARC of this ebook from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review!
November 30, 2025
This book had a lot going on in the same way that young adult novels are quite complex. At first, it was losing me because I’m used to a much simpler and more straightforward approach to romance novels these days. However, this was a really fun book to read and I love when there’s a bit of magical realism and in story…so the portrayal of deities and the way surreal elements of the supernatural world are explained through casual modern day connections is really exciting. Meg Cabot rules. This story is easy to love.
I forgot to write this, but I felt weirdly connected to the character, Ash. Ironically & unironically.
I forgot to write this, but I felt weirdly connected to the character, Ash. Ironically & unironically.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to Avon, Harper Collins, and Netgalley for the ARC. I'm giving this book three stars as the writing was good and I can see where others might enjoy it, but it just wasn't for me. This story really felt like two stories that ended up interconnecting. My hope was that it would have been more connected and the two main characters would team up to solve the mystery of the missing girls. What I experienced was a frustrating FMC and a wonder as to why the MMC was interested in her. Then at the end of the book the characters ended up thrown into the mystery. The second half was where the story grabbed my attention more. I really wanted to like this story but it just didn't work for me.
November 5, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager and Meg Cabot for sharing this ARC with me, in exchange for my honest review.
The Magic We Made is completely addicting, there just wasn't enough of this book LOL. I couldn't put this book down. The world building and the flow was 1,000,000,000% in typical phenomenal Meg Cabot fashion. Ms. Meg weaves paranormal, romance, magic and fantasy perfectly. Ms. Meg takes us back to West Harbor, in my mind, it's all the peaceful and cozy/comfy, good feeling things.
I truly recommend this book to all y'all, y'all won't be disappointed.
The Magic We Made is completely addicting, there just wasn't enough of this book LOL. I couldn't put this book down. The world building and the flow was 1,000,000,000% in typical phenomenal Meg Cabot fashion. Ms. Meg weaves paranormal, romance, magic and fantasy perfectly. Ms. Meg takes us back to West Harbor, in my mind, it's all the peaceful and cozy/comfy, good feeling things.
I truly recommend this book to all y'all, y'all won't be disappointed.
November 8, 2025
I have long been a fan of Meg Cabot's adult novels. This book was just the frothy fun I expect from Meg. Some of her books emphasize more mystery, some more romance. This one I would say was slanted mystery and the romance was less central, especially in the later half of the book. I would have liked more development of the relationship on page, a lot of it was sort of prefaced. Regardless, it was a very enjoyable read. As a big fan of Greek mythology, I really enjoyed the weaving of mythology, witchcraft, and magic. This story provides some fun escapism.
December 8, 2025
Meg Cabot was my favorite author throughout my teenage years. Literally could do no wrong in my eyes. She very much still writes in a way that keeps me engaged and dialed in. I think I liked this book more than the first book in the Witches of West Harbor series, but it did still suffer from a similar problem. The climax was just rushed through a bit too much. I wanted more drama, I wanted more tension. But I think this is probably where I see a bit of the YA writing coming into play. It’s not bad, I just wish there was more tension.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I want to thank NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for an e-arc of this book! This book took me by surprise, def wasn't what I was expecting. I did enjoy my time with this book but something about the writing felt different then Meg Cabot's last book... not a bad different just a 'different experience'. Now I didn't really connect to either of the main characters but did enjoy escaping life and jumping into their world. I thoroughly enjoyed the unique plot line and I do love when you get multiple characters point of views.
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