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The Witch at the Edge of the Wood
Be careful what you wish for; you might just get it.
Velina has escaped the workhouse on the hunt for one thing: the witch who can grant her wish to live a normal life. Born with silver hair and noticeably pointy ears, she's passed from workhouse to workhouse since she can remember—shunned for her mysterious heritage.
But the witch’s cottage she finds at the edge of the wood is abandoned, and as soon as she starts making herself at home, someone else comes calling: a noble with a wish of his own. With the promise of his coin, she agrees to help him, when she starts noticing something strange about the cottage.
Velina must find a way to help the noble, and others who come calling—but can she help herself?
Velina has escaped the workhouse on the hunt for one thing: the witch who can grant her wish to live a normal life. Born with silver hair and noticeably pointy ears, she's passed from workhouse to workhouse since she can remember—shunned for her mysterious heritage.
But the witch’s cottage she finds at the edge of the wood is abandoned, and as soon as she starts making herself at home, someone else comes calling: a noble with a wish of his own. With the promise of his coin, she agrees to help him, when she starts noticing something strange about the cottage.
Velina must find a way to help the noble, and others who come calling—but can she help herself?
First published June 23, 2025
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Liz Delton
32 books162 followersLiz Delton writes and lives in New England, with her husband and sons. She studied Theater Management at the University of the Arts in Philly, always having enjoyed the backstage life of storytelling.
World-building is her favorite part of writing, and she is always dreaming up new fantastic places.
She loves drinking tea and traveling. When she’s not writing or reading, you can find her baking in the kitchen, or out in the garden trying to keep her plants alive.
World-building is her favorite part of writing, and she is always dreaming up new fantastic places.
She loves drinking tea and traveling. When she’s not writing or reading, you can find her baking in the kitchen, or out in the garden trying to keep her plants alive.
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June 6, 2025
✨ Be careful what you wish for… unless it’s a cosy fantasy like this one! 🪄
This was such a charming read. From the moment Velina stepped into the quiet, mysterious cottage on the edge of the woods, I was utterly enamoured with this cosy, lovely read. It has all the ingredients I adore: a pinch of magic, a curious old house, a reluctant heroine with a mysterious past, and a slow, quiet unfolding of something warm and hopeful. 💖
Velina’s journey is gentle and compelling, and the novella’s three-act structure worked beautifully to build a sense of growth, discovery, and quiet transformation. There’s something so comforting about the tone of this story—perfect for fans of Legends & Lattes or Howl’s Moving Castle.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Cosy, magical, and just a little bit wistful. I absolutely adored it and happily recommend it to anyone looking for a comforting fantasy with heart.
Big thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC! 💛
This was such a charming read. From the moment Velina stepped into the quiet, mysterious cottage on the edge of the woods, I was utterly enamoured with this cosy, lovely read. It has all the ingredients I adore: a pinch of magic, a curious old house, a reluctant heroine with a mysterious past, and a slow, quiet unfolding of something warm and hopeful. 💖
Velina’s journey is gentle and compelling, and the novella’s three-act structure worked beautifully to build a sense of growth, discovery, and quiet transformation. There’s something so comforting about the tone of this story—perfect for fans of Legends & Lattes or Howl’s Moving Castle.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Cosy, magical, and just a little bit wistful. I absolutely adored it and happily recommend it to anyone looking for a comforting fantasy with heart.
Big thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC! 💛
May 23, 2025
This was a precious cozy fantasy read. It was fast paced but I still felt like everything was answered and I wasn’t craving anything that was missing. I really appreciated how the story was focused on Velinas self growth and not focused on the other characters or adding in a romance (even though Will was precious). The friendships were adorable and Velina truly is a sweetheart. Oh, how I wish I could live in a magical cottage 🥹
The audiobook narrator was amazing.
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sending me the audiobook arc for review.
The audiobook narrator was amazing.
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sending me the audiobook arc for review.
June 10, 2025
The Witch at the Edge of the Wood was a perfect bite-sized cozy fantasy novella. Velina is on the run from a life of poverty in the workhouse where she’s shunned for being Faerun, when she discovers a magical cottage that will change her life.
The way Velina grew up deeply impacted her relationships, causing her to be mistrustful and afraid of being herself. I really loved how she found joy and purpose in her life through helping others, eventually finding her own found family through her deeds as she learns to let people in.
Liz doesn’t go super in-depth with her worldbuilding, but it also doesn’t feel necessary for the story. It was paced well, and didn’t feel as if I was missing cut content due to it being a novella. Discovering the boundaries of magic and the mysteries of her heritage alongside Velina added to the intrigue of the world, and also leaves more to be explored in the next book.
Deborah Balm did a great job with the narration, bringing Delton’s whimsical prose to life. Her voice suited Velina well and added to the overall coziness and fairy tale vibe of the story.
Thank you NetGalley for the ALC!
The way Velina grew up deeply impacted her relationships, causing her to be mistrustful and afraid of being herself. I really loved how she found joy and purpose in her life through helping others, eventually finding her own found family through her deeds as she learns to let people in.
Liz doesn’t go super in-depth with her worldbuilding, but it also doesn’t feel necessary for the story. It was paced well, and didn’t feel as if I was missing cut content due to it being a novella. Discovering the boundaries of magic and the mysteries of her heritage alongside Velina added to the intrigue of the world, and also leaves more to be explored in the next book.
Deborah Balm did a great job with the narration, bringing Delton’s whimsical prose to life. Her voice suited Velina well and added to the overall coziness and fairy tale vibe of the story.
Thank you NetGalley for the ALC!
June 25, 2025
A beautiful and warm hug in a mug.
What I love most about this book is that it's a story about outsiders, and it captures the feeling of an outsider perfectly. Deep down, our characters know what they want, but they're afraid to reach for it because their life experiences have taught them they don't deserve what they really want.
And The Witch at the Edge of the Wood is all about these characters realising that, yes, they *do* deserve *exactly* what they want, and the journey is all about them attaining this thing, and actualising their self-worth.
It's a wonderful story, beautifully told, from one of the best cosy writers around.
What I love most about this book is that it's a story about outsiders, and it captures the feeling of an outsider perfectly. Deep down, our characters know what they want, but they're afraid to reach for it because their life experiences have taught them they don't deserve what they really want.
And The Witch at the Edge of the Wood is all about these characters realising that, yes, they *do* deserve *exactly* what they want, and the journey is all about them attaining this thing, and actualising their self-worth.
It's a wonderful story, beautifully told, from one of the best cosy writers around.
May 27, 2025
5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Witch at the Edge of the Wood
Author: Liz Delton
Thank you Netgalley and Tourmaline & Quartz Publishing for this ALC. A friggin delight! So cute and just the right length. The narrator was amazing and really set the tone. Love a good cozy fantasy and this delivered just that. Velina lives her life being shamed for her appearances (pointy ears/silver hair), and she searches for a witch that she heard could maybe solve her problems. She ends up finding an abandoned, and magical cottage. She ends up taking the place of the witch who was there before her, and helps visitors that come to get their wishes granted. I’m not sure if there will be any more books after this, but I would definitely read more. Perfect cozy fantasy vibes. Something to read or listen to when you’re just in the mood for some warm and fuzzy feelings.
The Witch at the Edge of the Wood
Author: Liz Delton
Thank you Netgalley and Tourmaline & Quartz Publishing for this ALC. A friggin delight! So cute and just the right length. The narrator was amazing and really set the tone. Love a good cozy fantasy and this delivered just that. Velina lives her life being shamed for her appearances (pointy ears/silver hair), and she searches for a witch that she heard could maybe solve her problems. She ends up finding an abandoned, and magical cottage. She ends up taking the place of the witch who was there before her, and helps visitors that come to get their wishes granted. I’m not sure if there will be any more books after this, but I would definitely read more. Perfect cozy fantasy vibes. Something to read or listen to when you’re just in the mood for some warm and fuzzy feelings.
December 3, 2025
This was such a delightful and whimsical read. Give it a shot!
May 29, 2025
What a sweet and fun read!
I’ve been a lot more cozy fantasy and jumped at the chance to read this one! It’s short, easy to read, and delivers a main character you’ll instantly connect with and a fun solution to her plight.
I almost always go in “blind” so I didn’t know much more than the title on this one before I started reading and I so enjoy the adventure of discovery.
I loved the way the magic happens in this book - I felt like it was unique and had good boundaries but also still made the book feel magical.
I also really enjoyed the character development. There are different parts to her story and they give you unique views into how she adjusts to her new life.
Plus, the audio version was AMAZING! So well done!
I can easily recommend this to all cozy fantasy readers and those looking to step into this genre. It might not be as fast paced as “regular” fantasy but you’ll find yourself enchanted nonetheless!
My rating: 4.5*
Thanks to the author for this gifted ALC. All opinions are my own.
I’ve been a lot more cozy fantasy and jumped at the chance to read this one! It’s short, easy to read, and delivers a main character you’ll instantly connect with and a fun solution to her plight.
I almost always go in “blind” so I didn’t know much more than the title on this one before I started reading and I so enjoy the adventure of discovery.
I loved the way the magic happens in this book - I felt like it was unique and had good boundaries but also still made the book feel magical.
I also really enjoyed the character development. There are different parts to her story and they give you unique views into how she adjusts to her new life.
Plus, the audio version was AMAZING! So well done!
I can easily recommend this to all cozy fantasy readers and those looking to step into this genre. It might not be as fast paced as “regular” fantasy but you’ll find yourself enchanted nonetheless!
My rating: 4.5*
Thanks to the author for this gifted ALC. All opinions are my own.
October 14, 2025
3⭐️
Honestly, it was just so boring. I couldn't get into it. And it's only a 4 hour book if you listen to it, I got 70% done and I couldn't do it anymore. I just still didn't care about the main girl and her being in a magical house. Nothing was happening.
Honestly, it was just so boring. I couldn't get into it. And it's only a 4 hour book if you listen to it, I got 70% done and I couldn't do it anymore. I just still didn't care about the main girl and her being in a magical house. Nothing was happening.
June 1, 2025
✨ 4/5 stars ✨
Thank you to NetGalley and Tourmaline & Quartz Publishing for the ALC of this magical little gem!
The Witch at the Edge of the Wood was the perfect cozy fantasy. With a fast-paced plot and great atmosphere, it pulled me in from the very first scene. Despite being a short story, nothing felt rushed or incomplete—every thread was wrapped up beautifully. I often find myself wanting more with novellas, but this one felt just right.
The narration was also a standout! The narrator did a fantastic job capturing Velina’s spirit and personality, adding depth and charm to an already compelling character.
If you’re in the mood for a quick, satisfying witchy tale with heart, this one’s a great pick.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tourmaline & Quartz Publishing for the ALC of this magical little gem!
The Witch at the Edge of the Wood was the perfect cozy fantasy. With a fast-paced plot and great atmosphere, it pulled me in from the very first scene. Despite being a short story, nothing felt rushed or incomplete—every thread was wrapped up beautifully. I often find myself wanting more with novellas, but this one felt just right.
The narration was also a standout! The narrator did a fantastic job capturing Velina’s spirit and personality, adding depth and charm to an already compelling character.
If you’re in the mood for a quick, satisfying witchy tale with heart, this one’s a great pick.
October 25, 2025
A truly delightful little cozy fantasy. If a cozy fantasy feels like a hug at the end, then I think it has done its job, and this delivered that.
Oftentimes in novellas, I feel like I'm not getting a full story and want more. However, I didn't feel like anything was lacking in this one. The characters were fully rounded, the story felt complete, and it absorbed me. I ended up finishing this in one sitting.
I also really enjoyed all of the world building Liz Delton included throughout the book. It felt lived in and never got overly complicated. I really hope she keeps writing within this world. I want to see more of Velina and her found family.
The narration by Deborah Balm was also good. Perfect for a cozy fantasty. I really appreciated the accent work she did with characters from different regions in the world of the book. It's those kinds of details I love when listening to audiobooks.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tourmaline & Quartz Publishing for an audiobook ARC of this title in exchange for my honest review.
Oftentimes in novellas, I feel like I'm not getting a full story and want more. However, I didn't feel like anything was lacking in this one. The characters were fully rounded, the story felt complete, and it absorbed me. I ended up finishing this in one sitting.
I also really enjoyed all of the world building Liz Delton included throughout the book. It felt lived in and never got overly complicated. I really hope she keeps writing within this world. I want to see more of Velina and her found family.
The narration by Deborah Balm was also good. Perfect for a cozy fantasty. I really appreciated the accent work she did with characters from different regions in the world of the book. It's those kinds of details I love when listening to audiobooks.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tourmaline & Quartz Publishing for an audiobook ARC of this title in exchange for my honest review.
June 3, 2025
ARC review📚
It was a charming, magical read. I enjoyed it a lot and ended up reading this book in one sitting! Would recommend it to fans of “Legends & Lattes” and those who are looking for a fun, cozy fantasy read with relatively low stakes.
The world building was masterful, and the world itself was really enjoyable. The characters were diverse and believable, the author managed to make them all feel real and alive. The writing itself was really good, easy to read and understand. Even though the stakes were pretty low, I was completely invested in the story and loved the “found family”. Was also quite refreshing to read a fantasy book with no romance in it. Would definitely read more books set in this beautiful world.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book🤍
It was a charming, magical read. I enjoyed it a lot and ended up reading this book in one sitting! Would recommend it to fans of “Legends & Lattes” and those who are looking for a fun, cozy fantasy read with relatively low stakes.
The world building was masterful, and the world itself was really enjoyable. The characters were diverse and believable, the author managed to make them all feel real and alive. The writing itself was really good, easy to read and understand. Even though the stakes were pretty low, I was completely invested in the story and loved the “found family”. Was also quite refreshing to read a fantasy book with no romance in it. Would definitely read more books set in this beautiful world.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book🤍
October 18, 2025
Cute and cozy fall read. The art in this book sold me.
August 6, 2025
Delton is a master at cozy fantasy! This is a delightful, episodic-style story about an outcast girl who finds her purpose and some endearing friends along the way. It’s atmospheric and sweet. I enjoyed Will and Fionagh is particular. Oh, and of course, the familiar cat in the cottage. It’s a fast read and a great palate cleanser between more complicated reads.
Content: Mild peril, no spice, no strong language.
Content: Mild peril, no spice, no strong language.
July 2, 2025
A quick and cozy read about a wish-granting magical cottage and a runaway indentured worker seeking freedom and a better life.
Highlights:
-Magic
-Wishing
-Witches
-Second Chances
-Found Community/Friendship
-Discovering purpose
-Teleportation
Thank you Net Galley for the audiobook ARC!
Highlights:
-Magic
-Wishing
-Witches
-Second Chances
-Found Community/Friendship
-Discovering purpose
-Teleportation
Thank you Net Galley for the audiobook ARC!
August 27, 2025
4.5/5
This is such a cozy novella, I absolutely loved it!
I read portions of it and listened to the latter half, and both formats are great. It's a cute little story that connects fae and magic in a whimsical little world with a cozy cottage, slightly grumpy cat, and a bit of light conflict that keeps the story going.
The story is mostly character based, following Velina as she comes to understand her magic abilities through a magic cottage at the edge of the woods, along with meeting friends. There is also enough plot underlying the story and character development to add some compelling forward motion of the story - there's some political conflicts, relationship conflicts, and personal conflicts that Velina finds herself connected to.
I absolutely loved Velina. We see her develop over the story quickly in some ways and gradually in others, but it was the perfect 'pacing' of development in these different ways. At first, she is desperate to escape the terrible treatment and life she has faced as a result of discrimination against fae, even embracing the 'wicked witch' cliche to get the coin she would need to start a new, free life. Yet we see her humanity and compassion shine through as she starts to care for Will, who comes to the cottage with sincere distress and wanting help to keep himself/his life free, too, in his own situation. As Velina learns more about herself, her magic, and the cottage, she learns about what it means to care for others, want to help them, and to accept care/love in return, none of which she's known her entire life. It is such a sweet and heartwarming character arc about a fae 'witch' who learns that helping people is her passion, that people can love and be loved, and that freedom is found in different ways.
I also adored the other characters, especially Fiona! They don't necessarily grow as much as Velina; more so, they act as anchors for her development and the plot. I actually found that this setup worked really well; they not only kept the story going outside of Velina's character, but their strong, established characters (in terms of qualities, personalities, etc.) served to emphasize Velina's development (and they were her catalysts for self-reflection).
The plots surrounding helping the cottage's visitors, saving friends, fighting against those who discriminate against the fae, and finding Velina's purpose and passion through helping others kept the story going and were light yet engaging. In the midst of an enchanting story, the discrimination of the fae can serve as a larger metaphor for a lot of prejudice in our real world.
It's a beautiful, cozy, and whimsical story about found family, seeing past appearance and prejudice, and learning about what it means to care for/love others and accept that in return. The found family is not romance centered, which I surprisingly found really refreshing and was perhaps one of my favorite aspects.
It was a bit hard at times for me to fully visualize the world and understand how the magic worked, but it wasn’t a huge drawback or essential to loving the story!
I'm excited to read more stories that bring me back into this little world!
This is such a cozy novella, I absolutely loved it!
I read portions of it and listened to the latter half, and both formats are great. It's a cute little story that connects fae and magic in a whimsical little world with a cozy cottage, slightly grumpy cat, and a bit of light conflict that keeps the story going.
The story is mostly character based, following Velina as she comes to understand her magic abilities through a magic cottage at the edge of the woods, along with meeting friends. There is also enough plot underlying the story and character development to add some compelling forward motion of the story - there's some political conflicts, relationship conflicts, and personal conflicts that Velina finds herself connected to.
I absolutely loved Velina. We see her develop over the story quickly in some ways and gradually in others, but it was the perfect 'pacing' of development in these different ways. At first, she is desperate to escape the terrible treatment and life she has faced as a result of discrimination against fae, even embracing the 'wicked witch' cliche to get the coin she would need to start a new, free life. Yet we see her humanity and compassion shine through as she starts to care for Will, who comes to the cottage with sincere distress and wanting help to keep himself/his life free, too, in his own situation. As Velina learns more about herself, her magic, and the cottage, she learns about what it means to care for others, want to help them, and to accept care/love in return, none of which she's known her entire life. It is such a sweet and heartwarming character arc about a fae 'witch' who learns that helping people is her passion, that people can love and be loved, and that freedom is found in different ways.
I also adored the other characters, especially Fiona! They don't necessarily grow as much as Velina; more so, they act as anchors for her development and the plot. I actually found that this setup worked really well; they not only kept the story going outside of Velina's character, but their strong, established characters (in terms of qualities, personalities, etc.) served to emphasize Velina's development (and they were her catalysts for self-reflection).
The plots surrounding helping the cottage's visitors, saving friends, fighting against those who discriminate against the fae, and finding Velina's purpose and passion through helping others kept the story going and were light yet engaging. In the midst of an enchanting story, the discrimination of the fae can serve as a larger metaphor for a lot of prejudice in our real world.
It's a beautiful, cozy, and whimsical story about found family, seeing past appearance and prejudice, and learning about what it means to care for/love others and accept that in return. The found family is not romance centered, which I surprisingly found really refreshing and was perhaps one of my favorite aspects.
It was a bit hard at times for me to fully visualize the world and understand how the magic worked, but it wasn’t a huge drawback or essential to loving the story!
I'm excited to read more stories that bring me back into this little world!
September 15, 2025
Sometimes the right book finds you at the right moment, and that was the case here. Liz Delton’s The Witch at the Edge of the Wood follows a young woman who stumbles upon an abandoned cottage that seems to have its own secrets. What begins as a search for a witch to grant her a normal life turns into something more magical ( and heartwarmingly more communal) when others with their OWN wishes come knocking.
I’ll be honest, I picked this up at a time when my mind was buzzing with everything happening in the world and I couldn’t focus on much of anything. But this book hit exactly the right notes: cozy, whimsical, and soothing without being shallow. The characters were engaging, and the story moved quickly enough to hold my attention without overwhelming me.
The audiobook deserves a special shoutout. I loved the narration, and it really enhanced the overall cozy vibe. It turned into the perfect companion to ease my anxiety. Sometimes that’s what you need from a book: comfort, charm, and a reminder that stories can feel like a safe place to land.
I’ll be honest, I picked this up at a time when my mind was buzzing with everything happening in the world and I couldn’t focus on much of anything. But this book hit exactly the right notes: cozy, whimsical, and soothing without being shallow. The characters were engaging, and the story moved quickly enough to hold my attention without overwhelming me.
The audiobook deserves a special shoutout. I loved the narration, and it really enhanced the overall cozy vibe. It turned into the perfect companion to ease my anxiety. Sometimes that’s what you need from a book: comfort, charm, and a reminder that stories can feel like a safe place to land.
May 25, 2025
ALC 🎧 Book Review 🤍
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was such a cute lil cozy read!!
I def felt the Howl’s Moving Castle vibes w/ the sentient Witch’s Cottage- Always such a fun addition!!
(lowkey gave House Of Wind vibes too)
Following Velina through three acts, we get to see her find her purpose/herself, overcome past trauma, & help others along the way.
Overall, this was the perfect novella for the weekend for those nice, low stakes, cozy vibes.
Deborah Balm put my mind to ease & transported me to this lovely realm.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was such a cute lil cozy read!!
I def felt the Howl’s Moving Castle vibes w/ the sentient Witch’s Cottage- Always such a fun addition!!
(lowkey gave House Of Wind vibes too)
Following Velina through three acts, we get to see her find her purpose/herself, overcome past trauma, & help others along the way.
Overall, this was the perfect novella for the weekend for those nice, low stakes, cozy vibes.
Deborah Balm put my mind to ease & transported me to this lovely realm.
July 5, 2025
The perfect kind of cozy!
Cozy's can be a hit or miss for me, usually miss when they fall into the slice of life area. But The Witch and the Edge of the Wood was a delightful quick read. While my epic fantasy heart saw some great spots for heart break and challenges, I was more than happy with the way things resolved. Because sometimes it's nice when things just work out, when the path is smoother, when the people are less corrupted and greedy, when people listen, understand, and act level headed.
Especially with the dumpster fire that is the real world, this was the escape I needed.
Velina had enough of her terrible life and gambled everything on a map to find the witch, only to accidently become the witch. Despite her "short comings" she makes the most of the situation, and I was rooting for her only a couple pages in. The Cottage is the hero of the story and I wanted to know more about it, but that will have to wait for the next in the series.
Full of friendship and resilience, hope and happiness, it is the kind of story we need right now.
Cozy's can be a hit or miss for me, usually miss when they fall into the slice of life area. But The Witch and the Edge of the Wood was a delightful quick read. While my epic fantasy heart saw some great spots for heart break and challenges, I was more than happy with the way things resolved. Because sometimes it's nice when things just work out, when the path is smoother, when the people are less corrupted and greedy, when people listen, understand, and act level headed.
Especially with the dumpster fire that is the real world, this was the escape I needed.
Velina had enough of her terrible life and gambled everything on a map to find the witch, only to accidently become the witch. Despite her "short comings" she makes the most of the situation, and I was rooting for her only a couple pages in. The Cottage is the hero of the story and I wanted to know more about it, but that will have to wait for the next in the series.
Full of friendship and resilience, hope and happiness, it is the kind of story we need right now.
June 16, 2025
4’3/5⭐️ First of all, thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an arc of “The witch at the edge of the wood”. What a charming read!! I found Velina’s story very heartwarming and compelling, and i absolutely loved the cottage! I would love to have one for myself 🤭 If you’re looking for a cozy witchy read, i highly recommend this book! 🖤🔮🌳
June 18, 2025
Had the absolute pleasure of reading this arc through NetGalley and I loved it so much!
It was so cosy and such an easy read, I had so much fun reading it.
I love that the fmc starts off with nothing and nobody, working to earn herself a home and friends. She was rewarded for being a good person after a life of misery, rather than being dumped on for the whole book, so it was really satisfying.
Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a short cosy read
It was so cosy and such an easy read, I had so much fun reading it.
I love that the fmc starts off with nothing and nobody, working to earn herself a home and friends. She was rewarded for being a good person after a life of misery, rather than being dumped on for the whole book, so it was really satisfying.
Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a short cosy read
May 25, 2025
This was a sweet cosy fantasy with bakery's a magic cottage trauma healing and found family I loved the audio book it took me on a journey
June 30, 2025
3.5 rounded up; some very cozy tales
September 9, 2025
4.5 stars. This was so cozy, and even better than I was expecting. I want to live in the cottage at the edge of the wood!
September 15, 2025
4.5 finally a cozy fantasy I like again!!
September 26, 2025
3.5⭐️ Cute and cozy, but not a lot happened. But maybe that’s just what cozy fantasies are like?
June 2, 2025
A very whimsical and cozy read. I enjoyed it! It was the perfect length. I loved watching Velina become more confident in herself and her abilities. Despite her horrible upbringing, she still had a good heart and shared it with everyone.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own!
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own!
May 31, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC (audio version) This was a lovely cosy book! An easy listen, likeable characters and a strong plot. Very much a one sitting story, and I can see there will be more books (or I hope!) following the other characters we meet in this story. For fans of legends and lattes and similar stories, this was a gorgeous book.
August 27, 2025
What a delightful, cozy story! I adored this one so much and will definitely be reading it again when it's released to audio!!!
It was fun that this story was separated into 3 acts, and fit really well. It did also slightly mess with my brain as it almost felt like 3 stories in one, in the best way. Almost like you finish the story and now get to read the sequel in the next act!
I absolutely adored the witch's story. It was not what I expected at all but I loved watching her grow and her appreciation of everything she had, even friendships. Her learning and imperfections just endeared her more, along with her heart of gold. Having come from nothing, she only desires to do good and help others, as she would've wanted help. Also, the slight romance undertone made me so happy. It wasn't in your face but I hope if there's a book 2 you get to see the romance fully bloom. If not, my imagination has a very swoony romance continue from where this story ended!
Update: the audio is releasing shortly and I had a chance to enjoy the fabulous combination that is Deborah Balm reading this incredibly cozy story. It was perfect! I thoroughly enjoyed it and the story was just as good the second time!
It was fun that this story was separated into 3 acts, and fit really well. It did also slightly mess with my brain as it almost felt like 3 stories in one, in the best way. Almost like you finish the story and now get to read the sequel in the next act!
I absolutely adored the witch's story. It was not what I expected at all but I loved watching her grow and her appreciation of everything she had, even friendships. Her learning and imperfections just endeared her more, along with her heart of gold. Having come from nothing, she only desires to do good and help others, as she would've wanted help. Also, the slight romance undertone made me so happy. It wasn't in your face but I hope if there's a book 2 you get to see the romance fully bloom. If not, my imagination has a very swoony romance continue from where this story ended!
Update: the audio is releasing shortly and I had a chance to enjoy the fabulous combination that is Deborah Balm reading this incredibly cozy story. It was perfect! I thoroughly enjoyed it and the story was just as good the second time!
June 25, 2025
A cozy tale about the found home and an ever-growing found family. There is almost zero tension (I found the beginning to be the most "intense" part). This book is very alike to the book, "Kiki's Delivery Service," where the "plot" is more like a series of tales/vignettes centering around the main character with many repeating side characters in chronological order.
It's cute, but not groundbreaking. This book is much like the cottage itself: you go places without actually going anywhere.
Thank you Netgalley for an audio ARC.
It's cute, but not groundbreaking. This book is much like the cottage itself: you go places without actually going anywhere.
Thank you Netgalley for an audio ARC.
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