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Her Spell Trilogy #2
Her Spell That Cursed Me
A sapphic love born in adversity and bound by blood…A dormant evil threatening to tear the world asunder…A magical tale of cursed fate and unremitting chaos.
Iona strives for harmony in times of resounding discord.
Now imbued with bountiful magic, she is given a unique opportunity to reform the corrupt hierarchy she’s come to despise, but the great covens cling to tradition and threaten to hinder her benefaction. She must learn to control her power and fulfill the daunting expectations of others, or risk losing everything she holds dear.
Ariadne is haunted by the horrors of her past.
A part of her always knew her family would not let her go so easily, despite their threats of exile. When long hidden ancestral secrets are revealed, her very perception of freedom is indelibly altered. Grievances must be set aside when faced with a common enemy, a reckoning beyond her worst nightmares.
When a malevolent adversary wreaks havoc on the innocent, Iona is called upon to defend them.
Morgan Le Faye’s pendant signifies Iona as an imminent leader of her people, but after only a single year of study, she's left woefully disadvantaged in her efforts to preserve peace. Ariadne seeks to help her, vows to protect her, but when fate itself seems to turn against them, their arduous circumstances become a formidable strain on their eternal bond. Allegiances are tested, mysteries are unraveled, and time is swiftly running out.
Her Spell That Cursed Me is an F/F dual POV, dark fantasy romance novel, the second installment of the Her Spell Trilogy. Contains mature themes.
Iona strives for harmony in times of resounding discord.
Now imbued with bountiful magic, she is given a unique opportunity to reform the corrupt hierarchy she’s come to despise, but the great covens cling to tradition and threaten to hinder her benefaction. She must learn to control her power and fulfill the daunting expectations of others, or risk losing everything she holds dear.
Ariadne is haunted by the horrors of her past.
A part of her always knew her family would not let her go so easily, despite their threats of exile. When long hidden ancestral secrets are revealed, her very perception of freedom is indelibly altered. Grievances must be set aside when faced with a common enemy, a reckoning beyond her worst nightmares.
When a malevolent adversary wreaks havoc on the innocent, Iona is called upon to defend them.
Morgan Le Faye’s pendant signifies Iona as an imminent leader of her people, but after only a single year of study, she's left woefully disadvantaged in her efforts to preserve peace. Ariadne seeks to help her, vows to protect her, but when fate itself seems to turn against them, their arduous circumstances become a formidable strain on their eternal bond. Allegiances are tested, mysteries are unraveled, and time is swiftly running out.
Her Spell That Cursed Me is an F/F dual POV, dark fantasy romance novel, the second installment of the Her Spell Trilogy. Contains mature themes.
566 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2025
About the author
Luna Oblonsky
6 books236 followersAuthor of the Her Spell Trilogy, Luna Oblonsky has a passion for crafting stories infused with themes of sapphic romance, magic, and historical elements. She resides in the city of Los Angeles with her beloved orange cat.
Connect with Luna on Instagram and TikTok [@lunaoblonsky] for behind-the-scenes glimpses into her creative process and exclusive updates on her latest projects.
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August 6, 2025
None of you are ready… wake me up in two years. I-
When i say this book destroyed me I feel like it’s believable. I laughed, i giggled, i cried (hard) and then I gasped at the end. I’ll desperately be waiting for the end of this trilogy for like every day till it comes out.
Lunas writing is enthralling in a way where you feel like you actually exist in the pages. Even though its witchy and magical you still exist within earth without all the boring parts.
Iona and Ariadnes relationship is one that is so believable. They have love and passion but also ups and downs. They aren’t all perfect all the time. (Even though they are perfect)
Seeing their growth and struggles was one of my favorite parts of this book. If you didn’t know I’m desperately in love for Ariadne and even more so after this novel.
But there is also some mystery. I had so many wacky theories and I did not expect the ending which is unusual for me. I was on the edge of my seat waiting and looking for clues.
This book did not disappoint. Make sure you read book one first!
When i say this book destroyed me I feel like it’s believable. I laughed, i giggled, i cried (hard) and then I gasped at the end. I’ll desperately be waiting for the end of this trilogy for like every day till it comes out.
Lunas writing is enthralling in a way where you feel like you actually exist in the pages. Even though its witchy and magical you still exist within earth without all the boring parts.
Iona and Ariadnes relationship is one that is so believable. They have love and passion but also ups and downs. They aren’t all perfect all the time. (Even though they are perfect)
Seeing their growth and struggles was one of my favorite parts of this book. If you didn’t know I’m desperately in love for Ariadne and even more so after this novel.
But there is also some mystery. I had so many wacky theories and I did not expect the ending which is unusual for me. I was on the edge of my seat waiting and looking for clues.
This book did not disappoint. Make sure you read book one first!
August 10, 2026
I'm STILL TRYING TO MOVE ON FROM THIS BOOK AND I CAN'T!!!!!!
This book legit altered my brain chemistry, and it has yet to level out. I am still stuck here almost a month later.
This is 500+ pages of pure sapphic magic. This trilogy is unparalleled. I'm not kidding.. I legit cannot find anything to compare it to.. like there is no "if you liked x you will love this " here, because it is just so unique. I'm stumped, babes.
Okay, so let's dive in.... HSTCM picks up right where HSTBM left off. Iona is stepping into power she never asked for, trying to reform a corrupt system while the great covens dig in against her. Ariadne is confronting the family and the secrets she thought she had escaped. And when a new threat rises against them both, their bond gets tested in ways neither of them saw coming.
Now, I binge-listened to both books back to back, and that's just the way you have to do it... seriously. Peak experience.. It has taken me almost a full month to write this review because I could not find the words, the appropriate words, to describe how completely this book wrecked me. TOTALED. I'm totaled. Cashed. Donezo. I devoured this audiobook so fast...got to chapter 29, took my earbuds out, and could not go back for two days. I genuinely thought if I waited long enough, the words would rewrite themselves into something less mindbending... but alas... the words did not do that. INSTEAD, we soldier on.
Soooo in this book we've got an established couple. We've got inner turmoil. We've got epic battles. We've got plot twist after plot twist. And yes, there is spice, and I love spice, and babes.. it is GOOD spice, but it is the whole book, all of it woven together, that makes this such an EXTRAordinary experience.
I need book three now. Having to wait until 2027 is torture. And yes, I do have a flair for the drama, but I'm so for real right now.
The narration is superb. TO MY AUDIOBOOK BABES - There is a narrator switch toward the end of the audiobook, and it was so well done. Why?! Great question.. There is a perspective shift from third person to first person that MEANS SOMETHING.. I'm not going to say what but DM on IG and we can geek out about it because it is such a smart, deliberate choice, and it landed *CHEF'S KISS* perfectly.
This is one of the best things I have read this year, and I am not being dramatic for the sake of drama. It's true.. If you started this trilogy, do not wait to pick up book two. If you have not started yet, what are you doing?!?! Come, join me as I await book three in purgatory. There's a bunch of us here. We're starting a support group. I will be doing another binge whenever book 3 comes out. It's that good.
This book legit altered my brain chemistry, and it has yet to level out. I am still stuck here almost a month later.
This is 500+ pages of pure sapphic magic. This trilogy is unparalleled. I'm not kidding.. I legit cannot find anything to compare it to.. like there is no "if you liked x you will love this " here, because it is just so unique. I'm stumped, babes.
Okay, so let's dive in.... HSTCM picks up right where HSTBM left off. Iona is stepping into power she never asked for, trying to reform a corrupt system while the great covens dig in against her. Ariadne is confronting the family and the secrets she thought she had escaped. And when a new threat rises against them both, their bond gets tested in ways neither of them saw coming.
Now, I binge-listened to both books back to back, and that's just the way you have to do it... seriously. Peak experience.. It has taken me almost a full month to write this review because I could not find the words, the appropriate words, to describe how completely this book wrecked me. TOTALED. I'm totaled. Cashed. Donezo. I devoured this audiobook so fast...got to chapter 29, took my earbuds out, and could not go back for two days. I genuinely thought if I waited long enough, the words would rewrite themselves into something less mindbending... but alas... the words did not do that. INSTEAD, we soldier on.
Soooo in this book we've got an established couple. We've got inner turmoil. We've got epic battles. We've got plot twist after plot twist. And yes, there is spice, and I love spice, and babes.. it is GOOD spice, but it is the whole book, all of it woven together, that makes this such an EXTRAordinary experience.
I need book three now. Having to wait until 2027 is torture. And yes, I do have a flair for the drama, but I'm so for real right now.
The narration is superb. TO MY AUDIOBOOK BABES - There is a narrator switch toward the end of the audiobook, and it was so well done. Why?! Great question.. There is a perspective shift from third person to first person that MEANS SOMETHING.. I'm not going to say what but DM on IG and we can geek out about it because it is such a smart, deliberate choice, and it landed *CHEF'S KISS* perfectly.
This is one of the best things I have read this year, and I am not being dramatic for the sake of drama. It's true.. If you started this trilogy, do not wait to pick up book two. If you have not started yet, what are you doing?!?! Come, join me as I await book three in purgatory. There's a bunch of us here. We're starting a support group. I will be doing another binge whenever book 3 comes out. It's that good.
September 1, 2026
i’m devastated.
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this sequel was so much better and so much darker than the first book. it got me questioning my own mind, i feel like i was manipulated throughout the entire 500 pages of it. i had a lot of guesses about how things could go wrong but not in a million years would i have thought of THAT. it was the most heartbreaking reveal. it’s been weeks and my stomach still turns when i think about it.
while there are some very sweet moments, this is not a happy tale. our girls are dealing with A LOT and i liked how deeply their feelings and struggles were expressed.
an enthralling story filled with plot twists that make your jaw drop, world traveling, beautiful places, insane magic, complex characters and a shift in the narrative perspective that was so intelligently planned!!! i was stunned.
i didn’t think dark romance fantasy was for me (and maybe it still isn’t) but this trilogy has won my heart. i won’t rest until the third book comes out next year.
ps. i just know luna is leaving the clues and saving iona’s praephora powers to be the catalyst in the next installment. i’m so curious to see all the ways she will blow our minds 🖤✨
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this sequel was so much better and so much darker than the first book. it got me questioning my own mind, i feel like i was manipulated throughout the entire 500 pages of it. i had a lot of guesses about how things could go wrong but not in a million years would i have thought of THAT. it was the most heartbreaking reveal. it’s been weeks and my stomach still turns when i think about it.
while there are some very sweet moments, this is not a happy tale. our girls are dealing with A LOT and i liked how deeply their feelings and struggles were expressed.
an enthralling story filled with plot twists that make your jaw drop, world traveling, beautiful places, insane magic, complex characters and a shift in the narrative perspective that was so intelligently planned!!! i was stunned.
i didn’t think dark romance fantasy was for me (and maybe it still isn’t) but this trilogy has won my heart. i won’t rest until the third book comes out next year.
ps. i just know luna is leaving the clues and saving iona’s praephora powers to be the catalyst in the next installment. i’m so curious to see all the ways she will blow our minds 🖤✨
December 10, 2025
5 Stars
Her Spell That Cursed Me exceeds the expectations established by its predecessor. The significance of the second instalment would be difficult to be fully appreciated without knowledge of the narrative and thematic foundations laid in book one. The sequel demonstrated impressive conceptual depth sustaining my attention and imagination throughout the 500+ pages.
This novel represents the calibre of fantasy literature I aspire to encounter each time I open a new book in this genre. The author’s craft was evident throughout, her ability to expand the world, characters and thematic scope was brilliant. I would love the development of this story into even a six-part series, I don’t mind one bit! Because the possibilities introduced in this book suggests substantial potential for continued exploration. Overall, Her Spell That Cursed Me stands as an exceptional continuation of the series and a worthy successor to Her Spell That Binds Me.
Her Spell That Cursed Me exceeds the expectations established by its predecessor. The significance of the second instalment would be difficult to be fully appreciated without knowledge of the narrative and thematic foundations laid in book one. The sequel demonstrated impressive conceptual depth sustaining my attention and imagination throughout the 500+ pages.
This novel represents the calibre of fantasy literature I aspire to encounter each time I open a new book in this genre. The author’s craft was evident throughout, her ability to expand the world, characters and thematic scope was brilliant. I would love the development of this story into even a six-part series, I don’t mind one bit! Because the possibilities introduced in this book suggests substantial potential for continued exploration. Overall, Her Spell That Cursed Me stands as an exceptional continuation of the series and a worthy successor to Her Spell That Binds Me.
October 4, 2025
I NEED THE THIRD BOOK NOW!!
October 1, 2025
4 stars. I absolutely loved book one and have been waiting on this sequel. Since the release of the first book I went down a rabbit hole with this author’s work and have read everything that she has written. I’m obsessed with her writing style, it’s gorgeous. I found it extra impressive here. The setting and the magic system and the characters are so easy to imagine for me and really draw me in.
My main complaint of this book is the exact same complaint that I had about book one; it’s too long and the pacing suffers because of it. Listen, don’t get it twisted I love a long sapphic book but the pacing here especially in the middle and towards the end was just so slow that I found my interest waning a lot. There were moments that just brought the story to a halt and I found by the end that I just wasn’t as in love with this one as much as I was with book one.
What I did love though was the character growth for both of our girls. Ari and her hot mess family (her mom…UGH!) and her being more open and vulnerable with Iona was so good to see. Iona finds her inner strength and is learning to be more take charge and there were so many moments that I was so proud of her. Also, them as a couple I still very much adore. They are wonderful together and I loved how they handled tough situations in this. They have a great relationship and the sex scenes in this were both incredibly sexy but also tender.
Overall, this sequel was not bad in the slightest I’m just a stickler for pacing. If a book is over 700 pages (like this one) of course there are going to be slower moments, that's to be expected, but the slower moments here were just a bit of a slog for me to get through personally. I’m still very much excited about book three because I adore these characters and this world.
My main complaint of this book is the exact same complaint that I had about book one; it’s too long and the pacing suffers because of it. Listen, don’t get it twisted I love a long sapphic book but the pacing here especially in the middle and towards the end was just so slow that I found my interest waning a lot. There were moments that just brought the story to a halt and I found by the end that I just wasn’t as in love with this one as much as I was with book one.
What I did love though was the character growth for both of our girls. Ari and her hot mess family (her mom…UGH!) and her being more open and vulnerable with Iona was so good to see. Iona finds her inner strength and is learning to be more take charge and there were so many moments that I was so proud of her. Also, them as a couple I still very much adore. They are wonderful together and I loved how they handled tough situations in this. They have a great relationship and the sex scenes in this were both incredibly sexy but also tender.
Overall, this sequel was not bad in the slightest I’m just a stickler for pacing. If a book is over 700 pages (like this one) of course there are going to be slower moments, that's to be expected, but the slower moments here were just a bit of a slog for me to get through personally. I’m still very much excited about book three because I adore these characters and this world.
October 25, 2025
"I never feared death until I knew you... Isn't that worst of all?"
And now what do I do with my life? 🥲
And now what do I do with my life? 🥲
November 1, 2025
I truly never did doubt how good this book would be or how it would never disappoint, but ooooh it smashed my expectations. The vibe was completely different vibe from what I remember experiencing with book one, but it was everything, the stakes were so high, but all the love and energy was still always there. I also failed to guess two of the big twists or surprises, I got a small bit of the big end reveal, but I was the highest amount of shocked ever at the rest of that reveal as well as the last two battles.
For me I do normally get a lot of the big reveals before they happen, so it’s not very often I experience such shock or anticipation or anything like that, but this book had me on the edge of my seat the entire time, I also have never audibly gasped in shock and horror so much in my life.
Ariadne and Iona are both still beautiful characters. The opening chapters with Ariadne had me in floods of relatable tears, I love her characters story, the tradgedy of it and the growth and the insecurities she still has, how nothing is ever 100% healed or forgotten. Ariadne is an incredibly real character and I love her the most. It truly doesn’t seem like it can get worse for her, but then it does, and it’s heartbreaking. I need to see her get the world in book 3, she deserves the universe of happiness and I truly hope she gets it, she needs it.
Iona was a little different in this book for me? Like probably not that different I just don’t think I understood some of her choices, but by the end I realized that I don’t think I was supposed to? These are my guesses but even though she knows partly what’s going on with herself I don’t think she fully understands the effects maybe? There is definitely more to Iona that we have to learn in book 3, and I can not wait for it. Like her love for Ariadne is still there, clearly, I just think maybe everything is getting too much for her? She has experienced so much in such little time and it’s clearly had an effect, on top of what she experiences in this book.
One thing I wasn’t 100% into in this book was the spice scenes, they kind of just felt forced and unnecessary? They just happened so randomly, I think it’s probably supposed to come across like that after finishing the book, but it wasn’t exactly the best of reader experiences, but after finishing the book I really do hope its just because of Ariadne and Iona’s character development, because the scenes with other characters were absolutely fine.
Overall I did truly love this book, it didn’t seem like an unnecessary sequel for the sake of it, it felt like a continuation and another chapter of complete mayhem in their universe.
For me I do normally get a lot of the big reveals before they happen, so it’s not very often I experience such shock or anticipation or anything like that, but this book had me on the edge of my seat the entire time, I also have never audibly gasped in shock and horror so much in my life.
Ariadne and Iona are both still beautiful characters. The opening chapters with Ariadne had me in floods of relatable tears, I love her characters story, the tradgedy of it and the growth and the insecurities she still has, how nothing is ever 100% healed or forgotten. Ariadne is an incredibly real character and I love her the most. It truly doesn’t seem like it can get worse for her, but then it does, and it’s heartbreaking. I need to see her get the world in book 3, she deserves the universe of happiness and I truly hope she gets it, she needs it.
Iona was a little different in this book for me? Like probably not that different I just don’t think I understood some of her choices, but by the end I realized that I don’t think I was supposed to? These are my guesses but even though she knows partly what’s going on with herself I don’t think she fully understands the effects maybe? There is definitely more to Iona that we have to learn in book 3, and I can not wait for it. Like her love for Ariadne is still there, clearly, I just think maybe everything is getting too much for her? She has experienced so much in such little time and it’s clearly had an effect, on top of what she experiences in this book.
One thing I wasn’t 100% into in this book was the spice scenes, they kind of just felt forced and unnecessary? They just happened so randomly, I think it’s probably supposed to come across like that after finishing the book, but it wasn’t exactly the best of reader experiences, but after finishing the book I really do hope its just because of Ariadne and Iona’s character development, because the scenes with other characters were absolutely fine.
Overall I did truly love this book, it didn’t seem like an unnecessary sequel for the sake of it, it felt like a continuation and another chapter of complete mayhem in their universe.
November 6, 2025
The range of emotions Luna brought out of me in the last 200 pages of this book NEEDS TO BE STUDIED cause I was gagged nothing but pure shock ahahaha This book was so incredibly good. There’s just something about the way Luna can bring her ideas for a plot on paper and it’s so delightful to read. I’m just so happy that I was able to read this book😭Like coming from the first book I had highhhh hopes for the sequel and it did not disappoint. The third book is set up so well, there’s so many plot points I can’t wait to see unraveled. It’s going to be so high stakes and I cannot wait😭
DONT WALK TO THIS BOOK RUNNNNNNN
DONT WALK TO THIS BOOK RUNNNNNNN
October 10, 2025
I never write reviews. But this book- wow.
If you think you know - it’s not that, it’s more, it’s bigger, it’s heavier, it’s everything. This is gonna take some time to sink in, but in the meantime I’ll re-read with more understanding and appreciation for these beautiful characters.
I’ll reach for this again and again and hope time passes peacefully as I anxiously await the release of book 3. Thanks Luna.
If you think you know - it’s not that, it’s more, it’s bigger, it’s heavier, it’s everything. This is gonna take some time to sink in, but in the meantime I’ll re-read with more understanding and appreciation for these beautiful characters.
I’ll reach for this again and again and hope time passes peacefully as I anxiously await the release of book 3. Thanks Luna.
November 10, 2025
Amazing
This book has destroyed me. It was beautiful, it was intense, and I was gripped from start to finish. This next part of Iona and Ariadne's journey was a rollercoaster to say the least. The book felt darker than Her Spell That Binds Me, and didn't pull its punches. Seeing Iona struggling with the sheer enormity of the responsibility she's taken on while Ariadne is constantly battling her own demons and insecurities just endeared me to both characters even more. You really feel the weight these issues bear on their new relationship. And the ENDING?! I still can't talk about it. I'm counting down the days till the 3rd book is released.
This book has destroyed me. It was beautiful, it was intense, and I was gripped from start to finish. This next part of Iona and Ariadne's journey was a rollercoaster to say the least. The book felt darker than Her Spell That Binds Me, and didn't pull its punches. Seeing Iona struggling with the sheer enormity of the responsibility she's taken on while Ariadne is constantly battling her own demons and insecurities just endeared me to both characters even more. You really feel the weight these issues bear on their new relationship. And the ENDING?! I still can't talk about it. I'm counting down the days till the 3rd book is released.
August 14, 2026
Bound By Love, Tested By Fate
I thought I was already under Luna's spell, but there was still plenty of magic left in Iona and Ariadne's story. Her Spell That Cursed Me proves their first book was only the beginning. The magic is darker, the stakes are higher, and the emotional weight cuts deeper, but that same thread of choosing your own path remains woven through everything. This time, it's less about finding each other and more about figuring out who they are now that they have. After everything they fought so hard to find, the real challenge now is learning how to hold onto it when the path forward isn't nearly as simple.
Iona and Ariadne have both grown so much, but neither has magically left their old struggles behind. Iona is finding her footing and learning to trust her own strength while battling the fear that she isn't brave or powerful enough to stand beside Ariadne. Meanwhile, Ariadne has become fiercely protective of Iona to the point of recklessness, willing to sacrifice almost anything to keep her safe while carrying her own crippling doubts about whether she's truly the capable witch everyone expects her to be—or the worthy companion Iona deserves. Neither character suddenly has everything figured out and some of their flaws come into sharper focus. Those rougher edges begin to surface in new ways, forcing them to confront what those parts of themselves mean and how they fit into who they're becoming. Seeing how much stronger they've each become without losing the qualities that made them so authentic in the first book made their journeys feel all the more impactful.
Their relationship has evolved right alongside them, and that evolution is where their relationship takes on a whole new depth. The tension is still there, but now it's layered with familiarity, trust, devotion, and the vulnerability that comes from truly knowing another person. The question is no longer whether they belong together, but how they can remain themselves while building something together—and how to stand beside each other when things get difficult. While their desire for each other is absolutely bringing the heat, the intimate moments still make them feel more connected, balancing tenderness with plenty of undeniable steam while still showing just how much their relationship has grown beyond mere attraction.
The story itself expands beautifully on the foundation of the first book. The magic feels bigger and more dangerous, the world continues opening up in ways that never become overwhelming, and the plot gives the characters plenty of room to breathe between the twists, revelations, and escalating stakes. Luna Oblonsky keeps the fantasy and romance intertwined without allowing either to become background decoration for the other. The pacing again gives the story room to breathe, allowing emotional moments to land, seep in, and take root before the story moves forward.
Finding each other didn't mean Iona and Ariadne suddenly stopped needing anyone else. New struggles bring new people into their lives while familiar friendships deepen, shift, and get tested along the way. Their circles continue to grow and evolve and those relationships become just as important to their journeys. There's compassion alongside conflict, loyalty against uncertainty, and plenty of moments that remind them that they don't have to carry everything alone. Trust is tested in unexpected ways, with characters we thought we could rely on shattering that faith while others we were taught to distrust step forward when it matters most.
The first book was about realizing that fate doesn't get to decide who you become. This one feels like the harder lesson that comes afterward: learning that love isn't about making the hard things disappear, but having someone beside you while you face them. Her Spell That Cursed Me is darker, deeper, and every bit as enchanting as its predecessor, with a story that understands healing isn't a finish line and love isn't a solution to every wound. Sometimes the magic isn't in being saved, but in finding someone who reminds you that you can save yourself.
Favorite Quotes:
“When I have already given you my heart, soul, and body—What more must I do to prove my undying devotion?”
“You are mine.” // “For all eternity. Act accordingly, or I shall see fit to remind you.”
“But worry not. Our intimacies do not result in unintended offspring, no matter how hard we may try.”
“Please believe me. My soul is yours forever, and you are mine.”
“Any who would be threatened by your power simply does not deserve you.”
“There aren’t words enough in a thousand languages to express my love for you.” // “You needn’t go to such lengths to beguile me. I am already yours.”
"I never feared death until I knew you... Isn't that worst of all?"
“She will burn entire cities to the ground, lay waste to forests, brave any storm, whatever it takes. If she must fight against fate herself, she will never live without [her]. She will love her for every second of it, and into eternity. No other future will satisfy her.”
“We are doing all we can, but I shan’t sacrifice her-”
“You should have known I would never betray you! You are more a fool in love than you ever were in hatred.”
“Far too often I’ve been confused, manipulated, disadvantaged, underestimated. I was so blind, but I’ve got nothing left to lose anymore, and knowing so liberated me.”
“If I cannot have peace, then I will have justice. If I cannot have justice, then my vengeance will be won with blood.”
I thought I was already under Luna's spell, but there was still plenty of magic left in Iona and Ariadne's story. Her Spell That Cursed Me proves their first book was only the beginning. The magic is darker, the stakes are higher, and the emotional weight cuts deeper, but that same thread of choosing your own path remains woven through everything. This time, it's less about finding each other and more about figuring out who they are now that they have. After everything they fought so hard to find, the real challenge now is learning how to hold onto it when the path forward isn't nearly as simple.
Iona and Ariadne have both grown so much, but neither has magically left their old struggles behind. Iona is finding her footing and learning to trust her own strength while battling the fear that she isn't brave or powerful enough to stand beside Ariadne. Meanwhile, Ariadne has become fiercely protective of Iona to the point of recklessness, willing to sacrifice almost anything to keep her safe while carrying her own crippling doubts about whether she's truly the capable witch everyone expects her to be—or the worthy companion Iona deserves. Neither character suddenly has everything figured out and some of their flaws come into sharper focus. Those rougher edges begin to surface in new ways, forcing them to confront what those parts of themselves mean and how they fit into who they're becoming. Seeing how much stronger they've each become without losing the qualities that made them so authentic in the first book made their journeys feel all the more impactful.
Their relationship has evolved right alongside them, and that evolution is where their relationship takes on a whole new depth. The tension is still there, but now it's layered with familiarity, trust, devotion, and the vulnerability that comes from truly knowing another person. The question is no longer whether they belong together, but how they can remain themselves while building something together—and how to stand beside each other when things get difficult. While their desire for each other is absolutely bringing the heat, the intimate moments still make them feel more connected, balancing tenderness with plenty of undeniable steam while still showing just how much their relationship has grown beyond mere attraction.
The story itself expands beautifully on the foundation of the first book. The magic feels bigger and more dangerous, the world continues opening up in ways that never become overwhelming, and the plot gives the characters plenty of room to breathe between the twists, revelations, and escalating stakes. Luna Oblonsky keeps the fantasy and romance intertwined without allowing either to become background decoration for the other. The pacing again gives the story room to breathe, allowing emotional moments to land, seep in, and take root before the story moves forward.
Finding each other didn't mean Iona and Ariadne suddenly stopped needing anyone else. New struggles bring new people into their lives while familiar friendships deepen, shift, and get tested along the way. Their circles continue to grow and evolve and those relationships become just as important to their journeys. There's compassion alongside conflict, loyalty against uncertainty, and plenty of moments that remind them that they don't have to carry everything alone. Trust is tested in unexpected ways, with characters we thought we could rely on shattering that faith while others we were taught to distrust step forward when it matters most.
The first book was about realizing that fate doesn't get to decide who you become. This one feels like the harder lesson that comes afterward: learning that love isn't about making the hard things disappear, but having someone beside you while you face them. Her Spell That Cursed Me is darker, deeper, and every bit as enchanting as its predecessor, with a story that understands healing isn't a finish line and love isn't a solution to every wound. Sometimes the magic isn't in being saved, but in finding someone who reminds you that you can save yourself.
Favorite Quotes:
“When I have already given you my heart, soul, and body—What more must I do to prove my undying devotion?”
“You are mine.” // “For all eternity. Act accordingly, or I shall see fit to remind you.”
“But worry not. Our intimacies do not result in unintended offspring, no matter how hard we may try.”
“Please believe me. My soul is yours forever, and you are mine.”
“Any who would be threatened by your power simply does not deserve you.”
“There aren’t words enough in a thousand languages to express my love for you.” // “You needn’t go to such lengths to beguile me. I am already yours.”
"I never feared death until I knew you... Isn't that worst of all?"
“She will burn entire cities to the ground, lay waste to forests, brave any storm, whatever it takes. If she must fight against fate herself, she will never live without [her]. She will love her for every second of it, and into eternity. No other future will satisfy her.”
“We are doing all we can, but I shan’t sacrifice her-”
“You should have known I would never betray you! You are more a fool in love than you ever were in hatred.”
“Far too often I’ve been confused, manipulated, disadvantaged, underestimated. I was so blind, but I’ve got nothing left to lose anymore, and knowing so liberated me.”
“If I cannot have peace, then I will have justice. If I cannot have justice, then my vengeance will be won with blood.”
October 9, 2025
I have finally read a book in which case I could not predict a single plot twist leading to the end. I’m left with all of the emotions, and with no words to describe them. I’m so excited for HS3 to release, with the new alliance formed, and the pressing challenges ahead. It’s sure to be an astonishing end to the series.
August 10, 2026
Phenomenal- i need book 3 NOW
October 11, 2025
I love this series and need book 3 now!
With her sequel, Luna’s writing has vastly improved—the sentences seeming for flushed out and not as clipped as in the first book. The way these characters have developed is amazing and a credit to Luna’s writing prowess.
I freaking love and adore Iona and Ariadne with my whole heart—as a couple and individual characters.
I love how often they openly talk about their feelings together, as a couple and what they need from each other. I love seeing Iona come into her own sexually and take charge over Ariadne in their intimacy.
I can’t say too much more without getting into spoilers but I hate how insecure Ari is during some of this book. It breaks my heart bc our precious baby Iona would never hurt her in any way. Ari’s been really hurt and tormented throughout her life and Luna dives into more of that in the sequel. It’s nice getting her back story since we learned Iona’s in the first.
Also, holy shit my feelings. The way I was hooked and just devoured this book, especially the last like third of it. The action and fighting scenes are so well done and fluid and were fun to read.
I cannot stress enough how good this series is. If you like witches, spells, and a great cast of characters, definitely read Her Spell That Cursed Me.
With her sequel, Luna’s writing has vastly improved—the sentences seeming for flushed out and not as clipped as in the first book. The way these characters have developed is amazing and a credit to Luna’s writing prowess.
I freaking love and adore Iona and Ariadne with my whole heart—as a couple and individual characters.
I love how often they openly talk about their feelings together, as a couple and what they need from each other. I love seeing Iona come into her own sexually and take charge over Ariadne in their intimacy.
I can’t say too much more without getting into spoilers but I hate how insecure Ari is during some of this book. It breaks my heart bc our precious baby Iona would never hurt her in any way. Ari’s been really hurt and tormented throughout her life and Luna dives into more of that in the sequel. It’s nice getting her back story since we learned Iona’s in the first.
Also, holy shit my feelings. The way I was hooked and just devoured this book, especially the last like third of it. The action and fighting scenes are so well done and fluid and were fun to read.
I cannot stress enough how good this series is. If you like witches, spells, and a great cast of characters, definitely read Her Spell That Cursed Me.
October 15, 2025
Hey, so that's not very nice. That's not very nice to end this book on an awful cliffhanger.
Ok, so my brain chemistry has officially been altered once more. I was just sticking around for horny lesbians but then you give me deadly battles, dark magic, and betrayal? What??
The stakes in this book were leagues higher than the last one, so that was a bit of a whiplash. Just characters dying left and right, and you have no clue who is gonna be a target next. I was so happy to see that Ariadne got a lot more showtime in this book. Here, just through her actions, we delve even deeper into her psyche and her relationships with her family(fuck her family, btw). She's a bit softer around the edges, showing a more vulnerable side that exposes her deepest insecurities, her doubts and fears. She becomes a more complex and well rounded character here. And on the other side of the coin is Iona, who has to work even harder to prove why she deserves the pendant, is a lot more assertive and dominant(in more ways than one) and steadfast in her beliefs of creating peace among the witches. Their dynamic is very similar to that of Wren and Lei from Girls of Paper and Fire, where one preaches compassion and the other preaches ruthlessness. I'm guessing(hoping) there will be a middle ground to these mentalities in the next book. And God, am I desperate for the next book.
Yeah no was not expecting to get my heart ripped out of my chest there at the end. I nearly keeled over and cried from the emotional turmoil.
But seriously, that third act was phenomenal. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.
Nothing too notable to critique, I only have the same gripes that I had with the last book, which was a couple of pacing issues and grammatical errors. Again, clearly a self-published book, we can't all have access to an editor.
With the first I was really in it for the vibes, but with this second book, I am in this shit for life🤞🏾. If the third installment already existed I would have bought that shit TODAY.
Here's to sweet revenge in the next story 🍻.
I'll be in my padded room and straight jacket until then.
Ok, so my brain chemistry has officially been altered once more. I was just sticking around for horny lesbians but then you give me deadly battles, dark magic, and betrayal? What??
The stakes in this book were leagues higher than the last one, so that was a bit of a whiplash. Just characters dying left and right, and you have no clue who is gonna be a target next. I was so happy to see that Ariadne got a lot more showtime in this book. Here, just through her actions, we delve even deeper into her psyche and her relationships with her family(fuck her family, btw). She's a bit softer around the edges, showing a more vulnerable side that exposes her deepest insecurities, her doubts and fears. She becomes a more complex and well rounded character here. And on the other side of the coin is Iona, who has to work even harder to prove why she deserves the pendant, is a lot more assertive and dominant(in more ways than one) and steadfast in her beliefs of creating peace among the witches. Their dynamic is very similar to that of Wren and Lei from Girls of Paper and Fire, where one preaches compassion and the other preaches ruthlessness. I'm guessing(hoping) there will be a middle ground to these mentalities in the next book. And God, am I desperate for the next book.
Yeah no was not expecting to get my heart ripped out of my chest there at the end. I nearly keeled over and cried from the emotional turmoil.
But seriously, that third act was phenomenal. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.
Nothing too notable to critique, I only have the same gripes that I had with the last book, which was a couple of pacing issues and grammatical errors. Again, clearly a self-published book, we can't all have access to an editor.
With the first I was really in it for the vibes, but with this second book, I am in this shit for life🤞🏾. If the third installment already existed I would have bought that shit TODAY.
Here's to sweet revenge in the next story 🍻.
I'll be in my padded room and straight jacket until then.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 20, 2026
DNF @ 50%.
I really tried to get through this book because I enjoyed the first one a lot. I was hoping the author would improve from the first book ( a lot of typos, incohesive structure, pacing), but it just seemed to get worse with this one. There is so much filler in this book, it dragged on so much. I feel like these books have so much potential if there would be more focus and better pacing. The entire time I just felt like I was reading random scenes and conversations that weren't adding anything to the plot. I got almost 300 pages in and all that I know is that there is another malefic, but nothing else has happened. I assume the author was slowly dropping lore that might make sense later, but by page 300 I need more to have happened by now. Maybe that's a personal preference, but with the pacing it was very difficult for me to push through. I am rating it 2 stars because I enjoy the characters and see the potential that it could have. I think even with its flaws, the first book is worth reading. This one not so much.
I really tried to get through this book because I enjoyed the first one a lot. I was hoping the author would improve from the first book ( a lot of typos, incohesive structure, pacing), but it just seemed to get worse with this one. There is so much filler in this book, it dragged on so much. I feel like these books have so much potential if there would be more focus and better pacing. The entire time I just felt like I was reading random scenes and conversations that weren't adding anything to the plot. I got almost 300 pages in and all that I know is that there is another malefic, but nothing else has happened. I assume the author was slowly dropping lore that might make sense later, but by page 300 I need more to have happened by now. Maybe that's a personal preference, but with the pacing it was very difficult for me to push through. I am rating it 2 stars because I enjoy the characters and see the potential that it could have. I think even with its flaws, the first book is worth reading. This one not so much.
December 20, 2025
amazing!!
I don’t have words for how amazing this book was and I can’t wait for the third book to release! Best sapphic romantasy I have ever read and the world building and characters are next level! I’m obsessed😍
I don’t have words for how amazing this book was and I can’t wait for the third book to release! Best sapphic romantasy I have ever read and the world building and characters are next level! I’m obsessed😍
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May 31, 2025Amazingly detailed worldbuilding!!
October 25, 2025
To know I need to wait for the continuation is going to be as torturous as the ending was. Such a marvel Luna has created. I can not wait to see what happens next!
January 14, 2026
Wow. This book went in a direction that I did not see coming and I am all about it. Heartache, strife, regrets - on a massive level. The chemistry between the MFCs and world-building were beautifully elevated from the foundation written in the first book. 100% cannot wait for book 3.
November 7, 2025
And I’m crying
Take a deep breath and for the chokehold that is book 2, folks. Luna will punch you in the soul several times, without mercy, and you’ll beg her for more. If book 3 isn’t Ariadne surrounded by cute puppies and kittens and filled with joy and love and laughter, I’m probably gonna need to up my Wellbutrin.
Take a deep breath and for the chokehold that is book 2, folks. Luna will punch you in the soul several times, without mercy, and you’ll beg her for more. If book 3 isn’t Ariadne surrounded by cute puppies and kittens and filled with joy and love and laughter, I’m probably gonna need to up my Wellbutrin.
October 19, 2025
Oh how I have missed Iona and Ariadne! I orginally was going to read the first book to reacquint myself with what happened, but I’m impatient and decided not to. Dare I say the second book in the trilogy is better than the first? I did not anticipate it going this way and was beginning to wonder what the third book was going to be about... and then plot twist!! I was not expecting the revelation that changes everything at the 91% mark of the book.
Throughout the book, I have made myself stop reading so I don’t finish it. I knew going into this that I would regret reading it due to the trilogy not being finished. I was right.
Luna is a genius in her world building. The way she effortlessly has crafted this magical world without being boring or dragging it out is a feat in and of itself. I never felt bored or felt like the world building was something I had to get through. Both novels did a good job at keeping my attention while world building.
Overall, the angst in the story was a lot and at times, it was frustrating seeing how Ariadne’s insercurities overtook her trust. But, it is realistic, which I believe adds to the frustration. It probably irks me even more because I can see myself and my insecurities in Ariadne.
When I say I need the next book now, I mean it! I did not see the plot twist coming. I did have an inkling or thought that maybe someone was not as them seem and wasnt an ally, but it wasn’t in the forefront of my mind. The spice in the book was magnificent, just like the first book. Luna does not disappoint in the sequel to the “Her Spell” trilogy. Why do I do this to myself?
Throughout the book, I have made myself stop reading so I don’t finish it. I knew going into this that I would regret reading it due to the trilogy not being finished. I was right.
Luna is a genius in her world building. The way she effortlessly has crafted this magical world without being boring or dragging it out is a feat in and of itself. I never felt bored or felt like the world building was something I had to get through. Both novels did a good job at keeping my attention while world building.
Overall, the angst in the story was a lot and at times, it was frustrating seeing how Ariadne’s insercurities overtook her trust. But, it is realistic, which I believe adds to the frustration. It probably irks me even more because I can see myself and my insecurities in Ariadne.
When I say I need the next book now, I mean it! I did not see the plot twist coming. I did have an inkling or thought that maybe someone was not as them seem and wasnt an ally, but it wasn’t in the forefront of my mind. The spice in the book was magnificent, just like the first book. Luna does not disappoint in the sequel to the “Her Spell” trilogy. Why do I do this to myself?
October 9, 2025
Very good! It's very hard to get me *this* emotional about a book or the characters. Speaking as a writer myself currently writing a story with women similar to Iona and Ariadne, I absolutely loved the first book and wasn't disappointed by the second. The third I hope ties this series out in a satisfying happy ending bow, as I'm preferential to happy endings and this one, well, I won't spoil. Even if, dang, it hit me right where it's making me still trying to emotionally process it hours later.
Regardless, I'm willing to wait for the next book, however long it takes (even if it's half impatient until we get a release date, lol), as making a good story like these two take time and love to create.
Regardless, I'm willing to wait for the next book, however long it takes (even if it's half impatient until we get a release date, lol), as making a good story like these two take time and love to create.
March 12, 2026
Why is the WLW reading community not talking about this series? This is just as great as Bloom Town. I’ve been screaming about Her Spell being lesbian Harry Potter for months. Was truly gagged at the twists that kept coming. Loved the Greek mythology woven into the magic and political system. Early bits of book 2 made it harder to stay with than the first, but it payed off to be an even better mystery. Need the final book to come out now.
July 14, 2026
This is the second book of the Her Spell trilogy—a witchy adventure series with sapphic romance. When I read the first book, I was amazed by the world-building and hoped the author would expand it. In this book, she granted that wish. It's even more epic and much darker than the previous one.
This one explores more of the characters’ past as well as Iona's family lore. There are cool new characters—some common witches Iona decides to help out, a trans witch, and a masc lesbian.
This book shows us the struggles of Iona and Ariadne's relationship. They deal with misunderstandings, insecurities, fear of abandonment, and jealousy. But these challenges make their love grow stronger. It grows so intensely passionate, so all consuming, so “I'll burn down the world for you”, I have no words to describe it. You simply must read and feel it yourself. Their dynamic reminds me of Madeline Miller's The Song of Achilles—Ariadne being the soldier, and Iona the healer. It also helps that Ariadne is Greek.
Speaking of Greece, this book revolves more around Greek mythology. They meet Hecate, Eris and Arachne. They speak and even quarrel with the goddesses. I found myself telling them to stfu because I was panicking lmao. Arachne gets a more important role in this novel than she canonically has. I love how the author basically wrote a bit of Greek mythology fanfic. Kinda like Percy Jackson. As a Greek mythology nerd, I was living for all this!
I adored Ariadne's Greek family. Especially Marina with her ominous prophecies. I found her hilarious at times the way she kept giving them jumpscares. She reminded me of Cassandra. But unlike Cassandra, Marina's prophecies were taken seriously. Xiomara was my favourite too. She gave off this wise aunt vibe. And I know Moira is supposed to be unlikeable, but I like her. She's funny.
Crescentia and Samaria remain my favourite characters. Not only are they awesome in her own rights, their loyalty to their friends is also admirable. I grew to love Euphemia. The way she takes every stray witch under her wing and is basically a mom friend is really wholesome.
Sadly though, the author pulls a Game Of Thrones in this book. She doesn’t hesitate to kill off any character no matter how important they are. Plot armor is pretty much invisible. So you better cherish every character while they last. You never know who's next.
Speaking of plot, the plot twists in this novel are wild! Each crazier than the last. The final one has you questioning everything. Betrayal comes from the most unexpected of places, as do alliances. Don't be fooled by my saying that I love this and that character because I love both good and evil women. Trust no one!
Last but not least, this book has some trippy time-travel stuff as well which made my head spin at times. But they're really fun (albeit not so much for the characters). There's also a little bit of found family. Although I feel like that will be more prominent in the next book since this one was more focused on Iona and Ariadne's romance and survival.
No review is complete without a little criticism. There are some typos and grammatical mistakes here and there which put me off a little bit. Just a little bit though, because otherwise Luna Oblonsky's writing is really good.
Overall, this book left me feeling breathless. I was a woman possessed! I kept reading it late through the night. It's really hard to put down once you start. If this masterpiece has a small fandom, I'll feel personally offended. It seriously deserves more readers and discussions.
I'm impatient for the next book but sadly it's not published yet. Hopefully the wait won't be too long. Because I seriously need to know what happens next.
This one explores more of the characters’ past as well as Iona's family lore. There are cool new characters—some common witches Iona decides to help out, a trans witch, and a masc lesbian.
This book shows us the struggles of Iona and Ariadne's relationship. They deal with misunderstandings, insecurities, fear of abandonment, and jealousy. But these challenges make their love grow stronger. It grows so intensely passionate, so all consuming, so “I'll burn down the world for you”, I have no words to describe it. You simply must read and feel it yourself. Their dynamic reminds me of Madeline Miller's The Song of Achilles—Ariadne being the soldier, and Iona the healer. It also helps that Ariadne is Greek.
Speaking of Greece, this book revolves more around Greek mythology. They meet Hecate, Eris and Arachne. They speak and even quarrel with the goddesses. I found myself telling them to stfu because I was panicking lmao. Arachne gets a more important role in this novel than she canonically has. I love how the author basically wrote a bit of Greek mythology fanfic. Kinda like Percy Jackson. As a Greek mythology nerd, I was living for all this!
I adored Ariadne's Greek family. Especially Marina with her ominous prophecies. I found her hilarious at times the way she kept giving them jumpscares. She reminded me of Cassandra. But unlike Cassandra, Marina's prophecies were taken seriously. Xiomara was my favourite too. She gave off this wise aunt vibe. And I know Moira is supposed to be unlikeable, but I like her. She's funny.
Crescentia and Samaria remain my favourite characters. Not only are they awesome in her own rights, their loyalty to their friends is also admirable. I grew to love Euphemia. The way she takes every stray witch under her wing and is basically a mom friend is really wholesome.
Sadly though, the author pulls a Game Of Thrones in this book. She doesn’t hesitate to kill off any character no matter how important they are. Plot armor is pretty much invisible. So you better cherish every character while they last. You never know who's next.
Speaking of plot, the plot twists in this novel are wild! Each crazier than the last. The final one has you questioning everything. Betrayal comes from the most unexpected of places, as do alliances. Don't be fooled by my saying that I love this and that character because I love both good and evil women. Trust no one!
Last but not least, this book has some trippy time-travel stuff as well which made my head spin at times. But they're really fun (albeit not so much for the characters). There's also a little bit of found family. Although I feel like that will be more prominent in the next book since this one was more focused on Iona and Ariadne's romance and survival.
No review is complete without a little criticism. There are some typos and grammatical mistakes here and there which put me off a little bit. Just a little bit though, because otherwise Luna Oblonsky's writing is really good.
Overall, this book left me feeling breathless. I was a woman possessed! I kept reading it late through the night. It's really hard to put down once you start. If this masterpiece has a small fandom, I'll feel personally offended. It seriously deserves more readers and discussions.
I'm impatient for the next book but sadly it's not published yet. Hopefully the wait won't be too long. Because I seriously need to know what happens next.
October 22, 2025
Okay I’m incredibly impressed. This book is so good, the writing is immersive, the character development is strong, the plot is so well done, the relationship between Iona and Ari is soul crushingly good, and everything in between is also amazing (including the spice 😏). The first book is good, this book was exceptionally better. There is a big difference in the writing in the absolute best possible way. I feel like every critique I had from the first book was pointedly solved/remedied in this one and I absolutely cannot wait for book 3 (and 4..5..6, please don’t stop at 3 books, or at least keep making new stories for my greedy ass to consume)
****spoilers****
Okay I want to cry first of all, how the hell am I supposed to wait for book 3!?!?
I honestly really loved this book, I loved the conflict in Iona and Ari’s relationship, the turmoil in the characters is deliciously devastating, and I did not see that twist coming in its entirety.
I did know there would be one due to a review (sadly, wish that counted as spoilers but ig not) so I was on the look out for it, I suspected each of the family members, some more then others, and many side characters but I mostly thought the crone was Hecate. I did not expect the whole thing, but when it was outed it was not unbelievable at all. There were small hints throughout that I remembered, and I can’t wait to re read it to find more!
Also I very very very much loved the perspective shift when the fate weaver died. I thought it was such a cool touch and made it feel like I was experiencing the same weird feeling the characters were.
Over all I’m impressed, keep writing girl you got some true talent!!
****spoilers****
Okay I want to cry first of all, how the hell am I supposed to wait for book 3!?!?
I honestly really loved this book, I loved the conflict in Iona and Ari’s relationship, the turmoil in the characters is deliciously devastating, and I did not see that twist coming in its entirety.
I did know there would be one due to a review (sadly, wish that counted as spoilers but ig not) so I was on the look out for it, I suspected each of the family members, some more then others, and many side characters but I mostly thought the crone was Hecate. I did not expect the whole thing, but when it was outed it was not unbelievable at all. There were small hints throughout that I remembered, and I can’t wait to re read it to find more!
Also I very very very much loved the perspective shift when the fate weaver died. I thought it was such a cool touch and made it feel like I was experiencing the same weird feeling the characters were.
Over all I’m impressed, keep writing girl you got some true talent!!
June 30, 2026
I absolutely adored this book. Despite it being over 700 pages, I still didn’t want it to end. I adored the love between Iona and Ariadne, and the angst in this book – though heartbreaking – was so well written that you could practically feel the characters’ emotions as though they were your own.
The world building was incredible, and the imagery was so vivid. I particularly loved the constant guessing game of who to trust in terms of the various side characters. I feel like I couldn’t really trust anyone, and it kept me guessing until the very end. The build up of frustration at Iona not being able to deal with the combat was so well done, and so well-explained at the end. I don’t think I can put into words how beautiful the writing was. The switch from third to first person in chapters 34 and 35 – though disorienting at first – really added to the tension of those chapters.
I cannot wait for book 3 in this series, where we will hopefully see Iona reunite with Ariadne again.
“You don’t need a blood bond to keep me at your side, and in far, I insist we break it, for we do not need such compulsory truth to preserve our love (…) You must know, forevermore, that I am yours and you are mine, and it shall always be so.”
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 26, 2025
- ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This trilogy has truly been my best read of the year, and subsequently ruined my whole life. Someone bring me back from the dead in two years, because I'll be thinking about Ariadne, Iona and what's to come until then! Her Spell That Cursed Me was an emotional roller coaster, with twists and turns I could've never expected. Every time I thought I had an awareness of what was happening in every plot line, reality of what I thought was happening was torn from me. Iona and Ariadne's devout love is an indescribable tale. From enemies to lovers in a classroom setting during Her Spell That Binds Me, to a witchy power couple that truly became a perfect match. I felt every emotion from anger to sobbing to being left on a cliff hanger with a glimmer of hope for what is come to in the third book. I would aggressively recommend this series for any wlw romantasy lover that wants to love the characters way too much, have their heart torn from them, and be left with a undying desire for the rest of the series.
This trilogy has truly been my best read of the year, and subsequently ruined my whole life. Someone bring me back from the dead in two years, because I'll be thinking about Ariadne, Iona and what's to come until then! Her Spell That Cursed Me was an emotional roller coaster, with twists and turns I could've never expected. Every time I thought I had an awareness of what was happening in every plot line, reality of what I thought was happening was torn from me. Iona and Ariadne's devout love is an indescribable tale. From enemies to lovers in a classroom setting during Her Spell That Binds Me, to a witchy power couple that truly became a perfect match. I felt every emotion from anger to sobbing to being left on a cliff hanger with a glimmer of hope for what is come to in the third book. I would aggressively recommend this series for any wlw romantasy lover that wants to love the characters way too much, have their heart torn from them, and be left with a undying desire for the rest of the series.
February 21, 2026
The love that I have for this author is insurmountable. I love the writing, I love her imagery, and I love her plot.
This is not to be said without a liiiittle doubt. half-way-75% theme was a little repetitive, and I was starting to dislike Iona, and it created a little disinterest.
Now, finishing the book, I see that while that may not have been the author's goal, it was to show how frustrating it was that she was not strong enough with the pendant to defeat the crone. The author makes you find peace with Ari's aunt and other family while they may be a little competitive and power hungry. You grow to just accept them like that..
However, once you get to 80% things start to amp up and things start to roll down hill - and fast and I have a better appreciation for the book what we had to endure to get the freaking plot twist at the end.
I'm so glad I did not give up. It's a perfect witchy sapphic story. Book 3 cannot come soon enough!
This is not to be said without a liiiittle doubt. half-way-75% theme was a little repetitive, and I was starting to dislike Iona, and it created a little disinterest.
Now, finishing the book, I see that while that may not have been the author's goal, it was to show how frustrating it was that she was not strong enough with the pendant to defeat the crone. The author makes you find peace with Ari's aunt and other family while they may be a little competitive and power hungry. You grow to just accept them like that..
However, once you get to 80% things start to amp up and things start to roll down hill - and fast and I have a better appreciation for the book what we had to endure to get the freaking plot twist at the end.
I'm so glad I did not give up. It's a perfect witchy sapphic story. Book 3 cannot come soon enough!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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