Pregnancy may be magical for some, but let me tell you—Pregnancy Pains & Mystic Chains by Brenda Trim flips that concept on its head and turns it into a full-blown chaotic, hilarious, magical rollercoaster. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to try and save the world while pregnant with three demigods, this is the book that shows you all the real magic behind the experience—spoiler alert: it involves pickle-flavored ice cream, floating yoga, and a whole lot of pregnancy hormones (and believe me, those hormones make magic go haywire).
Our heroine, who is just trying to stay afloat (literally and figuratively), is both endearing and utterly badass. She’s on bed rest (which, let’s be honest, is like asking a witch to sit still while the world crumbles), but that doesn’t stop her from being a force to be reckoned with. With her nemesis Lyra causing chaos left and right, the stakes are higher than ever, and the sheer ridiculousness of trying to keep up with it all while dealing with heartburn, swollen ankles, and uncontrollable magic had me laughing out loud. Hormone-induced magic? I’m here for it.
And then there’s Aidon, the divine baby daddy, who is trying his best to save the day while his pregnant witch partner navigates pregnancy brain and supernatural messes. I absolutely adore their dynamic—the banter, the way they’ve got each other’s backs even in the craziest of situations—it’s so real, so fun, and you can really feel the love and the chaos. It’s the perfect mix of heart and hilarity.
What I really loved about this book, though, is how real everything feels. Sure, there’s magic and demigods and supernatural drama, but at the core of it, it’s a story about a woman juggling it all—her magical duties, her growing family, and the ever-looming threat of Lyra. And let’s face it: being a midlife witch on bed rest with a serious magical problem to solve is the ultimate test of multitasking. But I’m here for it. This book is so unapologetically fun, and the character growth—especially with our heroine—has me so invested in this series. The sass, the humor, the way she turns challenges into opportunities for magical revenge? Priceless.
Pregnancy Pains & Mystic Chains is a hilarious, heartwarming, and magical adventure that proves you can be a badass witch, a loving partner, and a soon-to-be mom all while facing down dark magic and keeping your cool. If you’ve been following this series, this book is a perfect continuation of all the magic, humor, and heart you’ve come to love. If you haven’t picked it up yet, well, what are you waiting for? Get ready for a wild ride filled with humor, heart, and way too much peanut butter-dipped jalapeños. Trust me, you’ll love every second of it!.