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Getting Cozy with Demons #2
Oh No! There's an Ifrit in my Cosmic Cafe
I astral projected to cheat at poker and landed myself in witness protection with a brooding fire demon. Oops.
Now my family’s hiding out in northern Maine in a busted-up café my brother won in a shady bet. The place is a disaster: cursed sugar jars, haunted espresso machine, and oh yeah…a smoldering Ifrit who runs the interdimensional bar behind the walk-in freezer. He’s all fire, fury, and don’t-touch-my-cups energy, and we clash over everything.
We share a dangerously thin veil between realms we’re determined to fix—since we don’t want to see any more of each other than we have to. But when a pissed off mob mage sends his goons looking for me, suddenly Mr. Smoke-and-Glare decides I’m his problem to protect.
The longer I stay, the more I want to know what it’d feel like to melt under him. He might be bound to the bar, but I’m bound to him by something else entirely: temptation, tension and the growing certainty that this fiery demon might be the only one who can keep my family alive.
If he doesn’t burn my sanity (or my panties) to ash first.
Now my family’s hiding out in northern Maine in a busted-up café my brother won in a shady bet. The place is a disaster: cursed sugar jars, haunted espresso machine, and oh yeah…a smoldering Ifrit who runs the interdimensional bar behind the walk-in freezer. He’s all fire, fury, and don’t-touch-my-cups energy, and we clash over everything.
We share a dangerously thin veil between realms we’re determined to fix—since we don’t want to see any more of each other than we have to. But when a pissed off mob mage sends his goons looking for me, suddenly Mr. Smoke-and-Glare decides I’m his problem to protect.
The longer I stay, the more I want to know what it’d feel like to melt under him. He might be bound to the bar, but I’m bound to him by something else entirely: temptation, tension and the growing certainty that this fiery demon might be the only one who can keep my family alive.
If he doesn’t burn my sanity (or my panties) to ash first.
421 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 29, 2025
About the author
Ember Holt
23 books283 followersEmber loves all things with heat! A glass of wine, a comfy, oversized sweater, and a spicy book next to a fireplace is her ideal night. She likes to read about powerful heroines and protective heroes, and write about them, too.
When she’s not writing, Ember is a fox in the henhouse, causing all kinds of hell. She enjoys making pasta while listening to big brass bands, taking long walks with her favorite audio books, playing D&D, and painting—but not very well.
Some of Ember’s favorite authors include Laura Thalassa, Shannon Mayer, and Raven Kennedy. Their powerful heroines inspire her daily to get out of bed and to do her best (or stay in it to keep reading!)
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When she’s not writing, Ember is a fox in the henhouse, causing all kinds of hell. She enjoys making pasta while listening to big brass bands, taking long walks with her favorite audio books, playing D&D, and painting—but not very well.
Some of Ember’s favorite authors include Laura Thalassa, Shannon Mayer, and Raven Kennedy. Their powerful heroines inspire her daily to get out of bed and to do her best (or stay in it to keep reading!)
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December 31, 2025
Each of the novels in the Getting Cozy with Demons can be read as a standalone. In Oh No! There’s an Infrit in my Cosmic Cafe, Jade get’s caught up in a police raid at the gambling hall she is using her magical skill set to get her family out of debt and free her family from the Chinese mafia imprisoning them abroad.
After agreeing to testify, she and her family (her teenage brother and grandmother) decide to hide out in Maine after they win an abandoned cafe, The Cosmic Cafe. Only something is different in the kitchen where the veil is thin. Here, Jade meets Rhazan. Rhazan is imprisoned in another plane and runs a bar. When the two encounter giant space cockroach with an affinity for sugar the two work together to create wards.
I absolutely loved the banter and chemistry between Jade and Rhazan. I laughed aloud at her nickname for him and the bickering that was anything but. We learn why Rhazan was imprisoned and about a secret law enforcement agency that monitors them.
As Jade and her family work to reopen the cafe, we meet new allies, discover hidden dangers and learn that Jade has not yet unlocked her full powers. As outside dangers grow and the relationship between Jade and Rhazan deepens, I found I could not set this book down.
The story has depth, heart, humor and plenty of sizzling heat. I rooted for them and was curious about the world revealed to us. For fans of the series, we get to see the previous couple who are tied to Rhazan. Secondary characters enhanced the story, from a new friend to grandmother’s wisdom.
Oh No! There’s an Ifrit in my Cosmic Cafe was another fantastic cozy from Holt. I confess I am looking forward to the next Demons book. You can find book one, Oh No! There’s an Incubus in my Hot Spring, on Kindle Unlimited and Audible. Oh No! There’s a Demon in My Bookshop will release in June 2026. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
After agreeing to testify, she and her family (her teenage brother and grandmother) decide to hide out in Maine after they win an abandoned cafe, The Cosmic Cafe. Only something is different in the kitchen where the veil is thin. Here, Jade meets Rhazan. Rhazan is imprisoned in another plane and runs a bar. When the two encounter giant space cockroach with an affinity for sugar the two work together to create wards.
I absolutely loved the banter and chemistry between Jade and Rhazan. I laughed aloud at her nickname for him and the bickering that was anything but. We learn why Rhazan was imprisoned and about a secret law enforcement agency that monitors them.
As Jade and her family work to reopen the cafe, we meet new allies, discover hidden dangers and learn that Jade has not yet unlocked her full powers. As outside dangers grow and the relationship between Jade and Rhazan deepens, I found I could not set this book down.
The story has depth, heart, humor and plenty of sizzling heat. I rooted for them and was curious about the world revealed to us. For fans of the series, we get to see the previous couple who are tied to Rhazan. Secondary characters enhanced the story, from a new friend to grandmother’s wisdom.
Oh No! There’s an Ifrit in my Cosmic Cafe was another fantastic cozy from Holt. I confess I am looking forward to the next Demons book. You can find book one, Oh No! There’s an Incubus in my Hot Spring, on Kindle Unlimited and Audible. Oh No! There’s a Demon in My Bookshop will release in June 2026. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
December 20, 2025
Thank you so much Ember Holt for making me of your ARC readers !
I was thoroughly entertained and worked up after this devious read 🤭🥵
FRTC!
I was thoroughly entertained and worked up after this devious read 🤭🥵
FRTC!
October 15, 2025
HAHA SUCKERS! I got to read this early and lemme tell you, I somehow liked it better than book one?!? 💅🏼🥵😁 (that’s saying something bc I loved book 1)
We get new characters in book 2 but the same aspects that had me coming back:
🌶️ that sweet, sweet spice🌶️
🔮 magic - unique and fun 🔮
🫶 found (& also blood) family 🫶
😈 sexy marshmallow demon who may melt hearts & other things 😈
I love these characters and how it’s true to the style of the first story but also uniquely its own. If you like cozy spicy paranormal ya best get on it sis 😇💅🏼🤭
We get new characters in book 2 but the same aspects that had me coming back:
🌶️ that sweet, sweet spice🌶️
🔮 magic - unique and fun 🔮
🫶 found (& also blood) family 🫶
😈 sexy marshmallow demon who may melt hearts & other things 😈
I love these characters and how it’s true to the style of the first story but also uniquely its own. If you like cozy spicy paranormal ya best get on it sis 😇💅🏼🤭
November 5, 2025
Thank you so much Ember for an arc of this! New auto buy author absolutely ate this up! The story, spice, the characters… Rhazdaddy lol love a cinnamon roll mmc who will kill for his lady. This is really well paced, funny has an excellent amount of story and spice and grabbed me right in! Have to go read book one now!
January 1, 2026
Thank you BookSirens for the ARC! This review is my honest opinion on the book and my level of enjoyment while reading it. If you decide the book is for you- happy reading! ❤️
Trigger or content warning? Yes, included in book.
Details?
FMC’s name is Jiahui (nickname Jade). She is 22 years old. MMC’s name is Rhazan. He is over 500 years old.
Jiahui is a virgin, and Rhazan is not.
There was a weird moment where it’s mentioned that Rhazan and his brother figure have been together sexually. They’re all made from one source, so they’re siblings but not raised as them? I didn’t fully understand it, but overall it did weird me out.
My thoughts?
I’m glad I finished this book, I really enjoyed reading about Jiahui and Rhazan getting their happily ever after. I am also one who appreciates a good action-romance so this kept my attention throughout the whole book.
There were certain aspects that distracted me (and put me off a bit): the nickname Rhazdaddy, the incest-not-incest(?), and/or the fact that Rhaz will outlive Jiahui. He’s a multi-dimensional who is actually a shape shifter, who shifts to appear like an Ifrit. That definitely threw me. The paranormal was leaning more towards alien romance, and I wasn’t expecting it.
I love Jiahui’s family. She feels the pressure of trying to take care of them, and to make sure they’re okay with the absence of her parents. She took on the responsibility when her parents were captured 4 years ago, when he brother was only 11, and she was only 18 years old herself. I think losing her parents at that age, and feeling the real consequences of what her parents involved them in, definitely made her a prickly individual. I can’t say that I blame her though. Her relationship with Rhaz was pretty instant, even though her trust was a bit slower to follow.
Overall, this was a solid read. I found myself annoyed at times, but I also had to remind myself that her behaviour made sense for being only 22 years old and the trauma she has because of her parents disappearing. Rhaz was the patience in all of this, while he initially seemed grumpy with her around he seemed to soften to her quickly enough. I love books when the characters find their homes in a new place, nest in it (make it their own) and then defend it. It’s all of the coziness with a dash of action.
Trigger or content warning? Yes, included in book.
Details?
FMC’s name is Jiahui (nickname Jade). She is 22 years old. MMC’s name is Rhazan. He is over 500 years old.
Jiahui is a virgin, and Rhazan is not.
There was a weird moment where it’s mentioned that Rhazan and his brother figure have been together sexually. They’re all made from one source, so they’re siblings but not raised as them? I didn’t fully understand it, but overall it did weird me out.
My thoughts?
I’m glad I finished this book, I really enjoyed reading about Jiahui and Rhazan getting their happily ever after. I am also one who appreciates a good action-romance so this kept my attention throughout the whole book.
There were certain aspects that distracted me (and put me off a bit): the nickname Rhazdaddy, the incest-not-incest(?), and/or the fact that Rhaz will outlive Jiahui. He’s a multi-dimensional who is actually a shape shifter, who shifts to appear like an Ifrit. That definitely threw me. The paranormal was leaning more towards alien romance, and I wasn’t expecting it.
I love Jiahui’s family. She feels the pressure of trying to take care of them, and to make sure they’re okay with the absence of her parents. She took on the responsibility when her parents were captured 4 years ago, when he brother was only 11, and she was only 18 years old herself. I think losing her parents at that age, and feeling the real consequences of what her parents involved them in, definitely made her a prickly individual. I can’t say that I blame her though. Her relationship with Rhaz was pretty instant, even though her trust was a bit slower to follow.
Overall, this was a solid read. I found myself annoyed at times, but I also had to remind myself that her behaviour made sense for being only 22 years old and the trauma she has because of her parents disappearing. Rhaz was the patience in all of this, while he initially seemed grumpy with her around he seemed to soften to her quickly enough. I love books when the characters find their homes in a new place, nest in it (make it their own) and then defend it. It’s all of the coziness with a dash of action.
December 4, 2025
Was blessed with the ARC for @emberholtwrites Oh No! There’s An Ifrit In My Cosmic Cafe! I only have one thing to say: RhazDaddy! As a HUGE fan of monster romance of all kinds I was super excited to be able to read the ARC for this book! This is the second book in a series called Getting Cozy With Demons but can be read as a standalone, but trust I will be going back to read the first! If you want slow burn then put this down because the train is going and it’s not going to stop. From the first interaction between Jade and Rhazan the sexual tension is HOT and keeps getting hotter as the book goes on. Theres also magic, family trauma, hot demon romps, LOTS of “firsts”, and Chinese Mafia that keeps the story (yeah there’s a plot too not just smut ya heathens) flowing between the smut. Did I mention there’s hot demon smut? Cuz there is! I do really enjoy the character depth that is shown in Jade and the growth she has as a person in learning to trust others and find her inner strength. I also love when stories have characters of different cultures and said cultures shine in ways that respectfully and properly display the culture. This also helps show those who may be un knowledgeable of a way living different views of life through someone else’s normal. The plot and the smut are both very well written and intertwine with each other in a full speed ahead story that will keep you wanting more and more! P.S this hits close to home as someone from Maine myself and the story taking place in Maine!
November 3, 2025
Phewww this had me breathless a number of times. Super hot, leaning towards kinky with plenty of action. Sure as hell ticked a number of boxes. Jiahui /Jade uses her astral projection magic to cheat and swindle to pay off her family's debt and support grandma Nai Nai and her little brother Ace. After an altercation with Chinese Mafia Zhao and a police bust, they had to go into hiding. They end up in the Cosmic Cafe in Maine with the Ifrit Rhazan, a fire demon. Sparks fly, punishment is involved which sparks even hotter episodes. Without revealing spoilers, be prepared for juicy scenes, plenty of magical creatures, even a firefluff Soot (demon pet), twists galore, a HEA and a family reunited. Absolutely another great read.
I received an advanced review copy from the author and leave this review voluntary Thank you Ember, it rocked
I received an advanced review copy from the author and leave this review voluntary Thank you Ember, it rocked
Review of advance copy received from Author
I loved this book. The storyline is interesting and has some great characters. There's also lots of delicious spicy scenes and some sweeter tender bits too.
I liked that the main character found people she could learn to trust at last which was nice progression for her after her past. I also liked discovering that others were part of the magical world too.
I definitely need to go read the first book as I couldn't put this one down I enjoyed it so much.
Thank you for letting me be an ARC reader. 💖
I liked that the main character found people she could learn to trust at last which was nice progression for her after her past. I also liked discovering that others were part of the magical world too.
I definitely need to go read the first book as I couldn't put this one down I enjoyed it so much.
Thank you for letting me be an ARC reader. 💖
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 21, 2025
OMG this was such a fun read, and I am giving it a 4.5. This is the 2nd in the series but you don't have to read the 1st before this one as the characters yes make an appearance but them and their story have no impact on this book. It's more like seeing old friends. I think this book of the two was my favorite simply because I love the FMC Jiahui/Jade as well as her grandmother who was a hoot. All the characters were actually. This is a cozy fantasy but there is a conflict so it's not low stakes but the conflict in this book doesn't feel overwhelming so someone who is looking for an easier mental read with some spice would enjoy this.
What I loved about Jiahui/Jade is that she is definitely sassy and bratty so she will definitely make u laugh but she has taken the weight of her family issues on her shoulders so that her grandma and brother so you can see her strong will to preserver and take care of those she loves. So, I really enjoyed reading her and I especially loved reading her when her bratty behavior came out for Raul and I loved reading him and how he handled those moments. The chemistry and spice between these two was off the charts. With Raul while he definitely has a firm hand when it comes to Jiahui/Jade he was also so safe and warm (haha see what I did there) when it came to her. The times he would just hold her as she had a panic attack was just so sweet. Like I said they had chemistry and spice.
The plot of the book was engaging, and I could have finished it in a day I was enjoying it so much. This is definitely a fun series for people who want an easier read that has plot to go along with their spice and love monsters.
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This book is about Jiahui/Jade who uses her ability to astral projected to cheat at cards but this time instead of a winning hand she and her family end up in witness protection up in northern Maine. To keep themselves afloat they decide to refurbish and reopen a cafe that her teenage brother won from on only shady raffle. Not only is this place a wreck but there is more going on that she could have imagined due to the thin barrier located in her freezer between realms. This means she is getting surprised visits from interdimensional cockroaches who are after her improperly stored sugar as well as a hot demon ifrit demon bartender who loves to like to get all up in her business. They are determined to fix the barrier so that they don't have to deal with one another but the more they work together the more this hot-tempered demon starts to think of her as his responsibility and wants to take care of not just her but her little mob problem as well which seems to have found her and followed her to Maine. As much as she tells herself she doesn't like relying on him and his help she knows that he might be the only one to keep her family safe even as she tried to resist giving into his fiery touch.
I received this as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
What I loved about Jiahui/Jade is that she is definitely sassy and bratty so she will definitely make u laugh but she has taken the weight of her family issues on her shoulders so that her grandma and brother so you can see her strong will to preserver and take care of those she loves. So, I really enjoyed reading her and I especially loved reading her when her bratty behavior came out for Raul and I loved reading him and how he handled those moments. The chemistry and spice between these two was off the charts. With Raul while he definitely has a firm hand when it comes to Jiahui/Jade he was also so safe and warm (haha see what I did there) when it came to her. The times he would just hold her as she had a panic attack was just so sweet. Like I said they had chemistry and spice.
The plot of the book was engaging, and I could have finished it in a day I was enjoying it so much. This is definitely a fun series for people who want an easier read that has plot to go along with their spice and love monsters.
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This book is about Jiahui/Jade who uses her ability to astral projected to cheat at cards but this time instead of a winning hand she and her family end up in witness protection up in northern Maine. To keep themselves afloat they decide to refurbish and reopen a cafe that her teenage brother won from on only shady raffle. Not only is this place a wreck but there is more going on that she could have imagined due to the thin barrier located in her freezer between realms. This means she is getting surprised visits from interdimensional cockroaches who are after her improperly stored sugar as well as a hot demon ifrit demon bartender who loves to like to get all up in her business. They are determined to fix the barrier so that they don't have to deal with one another but the more they work together the more this hot-tempered demon starts to think of her as his responsibility and wants to take care of not just her but her little mob problem as well which seems to have found her and followed her to Maine. As much as she tells herself she doesn't like relying on him and his help she knows that he might be the only one to keep her family safe even as she tried to resist giving into his fiery touch.
I received this as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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December 30, 2025HAPPY RELEASE DAY IFFY!! <3
I'm so excited to finally set this story free. It was such a fun book to write, and though there was more action/combat--and also a faster burn that normal--it's definitely the best book I've written to date (other than the one I'm writing now!)
Jiahui is such a beautiful, strong woman, forced to grow up too fast, who carries the weight of her family on her shoulders. Rhazan is a tortured soul, just looking for peace after a lifetime of pain, and he finds it in Jade. I know there are a lot of readers out there who will relate to her, and so I hope her journey to healing helps heal a piece of you, too.
Here's to a great new year! 2026, I WILL CRUSH YOU BETWEEN MY THIGHS WITH A WARCRY!!!!!
I'm so excited to finally set this story free. It was such a fun book to write, and though there was more action/combat--and also a faster burn that normal--it's definitely the best book I've written to date (other than the one I'm writing now!)
Jiahui is such a beautiful, strong woman, forced to grow up too fast, who carries the weight of her family on her shoulders. Rhazan is a tortured soul, just looking for peace after a lifetime of pain, and he finds it in Jade. I know there are a lot of readers out there who will relate to her, and so I hope her journey to healing helps heal a piece of you, too.
Here's to a great new year! 2026, I WILL CRUSH YOU BETWEEN MY THIGHS WITH A WARCRY!!!!!
December 28, 2025
“I will always protect my mate, no matter the cost.” 🧎♀️
Jade and her family land in witness protection and end up moving to Maine to take over a cafe that is in need of major upgrades. What isn’t disclosed in the contest her grandma “wins” is that there is a bar on the other side of the veil owned by a broody shadow demon who likes to pop up on their side whenever he wants.
The action in this book starts with page 1 and does not stop. I couldn’t put this book down. There is a perfect amount of spice intertwined with the action. Jade is so real for allowing Mr. Rhazdaddy to tie her up within a couple of days of knowing each other.
Rhazan and Nai Nai made me giggle a lot! You know what, the whole Feng family made me laugh a lot. It’s so clear that they would do a lot for each other and for the people they surround themselves with. It’s so heartwarming 🥹💗
This book is fast paced with found family, bondage, gang activity, wax play, violence (no gore) and more. Be sure to check the content warning before reading!
Thank you to Ember Holt for allowing me to advance review!
Jade and her family land in witness protection and end up moving to Maine to take over a cafe that is in need of major upgrades. What isn’t disclosed in the contest her grandma “wins” is that there is a bar on the other side of the veil owned by a broody shadow demon who likes to pop up on their side whenever he wants.
The action in this book starts with page 1 and does not stop. I couldn’t put this book down. There is a perfect amount of spice intertwined with the action. Jade is so real for allowing Mr. Rhazdaddy to tie her up within a couple of days of knowing each other.
Rhazan and Nai Nai made me giggle a lot! You know what, the whole Feng family made me laugh a lot. It’s so clear that they would do a lot for each other and for the people they surround themselves with. It’s so heartwarming 🥹💗
This book is fast paced with found family, bondage, gang activity, wax play, violence (no gore) and more. Be sure to check the content warning before reading!
Thank you to Ember Holt for allowing me to advance review!
January 26, 2026
It was a good read
What I Loved: The opening was fantastic. I loved how much research clearly went into this book, the world-building was rich and detailed, and that effort shows. I appreciated the attention to detail and the cosmic café setting.
What Didn't Work:
The connection between the characters felt rushed. One moment she discovers there's an ifrit in her café, and the next they're hunching each together and being intimate. I didn't feel the emotional buildup. The pacing made it hard for me to invest in their relationship.
Will I Continue the Series? maybe. The third book is about a dragon and a bookshop owner, which sounds interesting.
If you love paranormal romance with detailed world-building and don't mind fast-paced, instalove-adjacent vibes, you might enjoy this more than I did.
What I Loved: The opening was fantastic. I loved how much research clearly went into this book, the world-building was rich and detailed, and that effort shows. I appreciated the attention to detail and the cosmic café setting.
What Didn't Work:
The connection between the characters felt rushed. One moment she discovers there's an ifrit in her café, and the next they're hunching each together and being intimate. I didn't feel the emotional buildup. The pacing made it hard for me to invest in their relationship.
Will I Continue the Series? maybe. The third book is about a dragon and a bookshop owner, which sounds interesting.
If you love paranormal romance with detailed world-building and don't mind fast-paced, instalove-adjacent vibes, you might enjoy this more than I did.
March 4, 2026
After getting tangled up with the mob, the FMC, her brother, and their grandmother relocate to a small town where they end up running a rundown café. What they don’t expect? The other side of the café is a bar owned by a literal pain demon. Cozy yet fast-paced, this story is filled with magic, love, and sharp banter.
- Found family + blood family
- Fated mates
- Forced proximity
- Spanking
- Hurt & heal dynamic
- Found family + blood family
- Fated mates
- Forced proximity
- Spanking
- Hurt & heal dynamic
November 15, 2025
A paranormal romance with banter and spice! This was a cute story with some heartwarming characters! If you want to get cozy with demons, this series might just be what you are looking for…
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily 3,5 stars and a thanks to Booksirens for the ARC
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily 3,5 stars and a thanks to Booksirens for the ARC
Review of advance copy received from Author
First off thank you to Ember Holt for the ARC opportunity!
This was such a fun read, also not what I usually read so I was happily pleased when I enjoyed it so much!
The spice was very much there but it also had its moments where I was like like " aww" cause what do you mean that big being just wants to protect you! let him! 🤣
Having to eat Congee for so long oof I wouldve crashed out immediately lol
This was such a fun read, also not what I usually read so I was happily pleased when I enjoyed it so much!
The spice was very much there but it also had its moments where I was like like " aww" cause what do you mean that big being just wants to protect you! let him! 🤣
Having to eat Congee for so long oof I wouldve crashed out immediately lol
November 7, 2025
This was a fantastic ARC read!
Had me giggling & kicking my feet, and I couldn’t put it down!
The spice was there, the romance, the characters and their parts in the book were all amazing!
Had me giggling & kicking my feet, and I couldn’t put it down!
The spice was there, the romance, the characters and their parts in the book were all amazing!
December 3, 2025
I received this as an ARC and was excited to read this cozy fantasy. Unfortunately, this one just wasn’t for me. I loved the humor in it, but the plot felt pretty disconnected and I didn’t really feel the romance (it was very quick). Just because it wasn’t for me doesn’t mean it won’t be for you — if you’re into a fast-burn, spicy, quick read with fantasy elements, maybe give it a try.
April 3, 2026
I really wanted to love this book, and while it didn’t quite get there for me, I still enjoyed it. The characters were genuinely hilarious—Nai Nai especially was an absolute standout and so much fun. I also loved the spicy scenes.
That said, I struggled to connect with the Chinese mafia storyline, which made parts of the book feel like they dragged a bit for me. Things really picked up in the last 25%, and that’s when I became fully invested. This is just my personal take though—others may feel very differently.
That said, I struggled to connect with the Chinese mafia storyline, which made parts of the book feel like they dragged a bit for me. Things really picked up in the last 25%, and that’s when I became fully invested. This is just my personal take though—others may feel very differently.
April 22, 2026
This was such a nice surprise! I didn’t expect the stakes to be so high but it added a fun angsty layer to the cosiness. I really enjoyed the first instalment of this series and this sequel did not disappoint.
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ঌ I absolutely adore Jiahui. I think she was the perfect FMC for this book. She has the world on her shoulders and feels personally responsible for the care of her younger brother and grandmother, going as far as dropping out of school to take care of them. She puts up a harsh exterior to ward people away. She doesn’t want to let people in, in fear of getting hurt. Deep down she is plagued by anxiety and panic attacks. She feels deep guilt about having to turn to crime to protect her family after the disappearance of her parents. She is a survivor through and through but struggles to accept what she had to become to keep herself, and those she cares about safe.
ঌ I really loved seeing Jiahui’s character growth! Watching her go from someone who pushes anyone and everyone away, to a person that gladly accepts friendship, love and happiness was inspiring. She learns that she has earned a safe space to exist, to be her true self. That she is not bad for having to make tough decisions. I loved seeing her journey of self acceptance. One of my only criticism of this book is how she took to calling Rhazan “RhazDaddy”, I’m sorry but on a personal level that is so not my thing. Not to yuck anyone’s yum, as it’s all dependent on what people like, but yeah not for me 😭
ঌ I have a major soft spot for Rhazan. I can’t help but fall for the grumpy and brooding vibe he has going on. When I thought I couldn’t like him anymore, he shows us he has the softest, kindest side to him that he keeps hidden away. It’s an absolutely deadly combination! I really enjoyed that him and Jiahui were so perfectly matched in how stubborn and fiery they could be. They brought out the best in each other. It warmed my heart to see Rhazan opening up to Jiahui and her in turn opening up to him. They created safe spaces for one another to just be. They were able to be their true selves with one another which in turn created such a sweet and supportive relationship.
ঌ Despite Rhazan and Jiahui’s relationship being really cute this book has spice in abundance 🥵 You absolutely will not hear me complaining because I had the best time! This book is KINKY in the best possible way. If you’re into BDSM dynamics then you will go feral for this one.
ঌ Oh no! There’s an Ifrit in my Cosmic Cafe has a really great blend of angst and sweetness. The stakes were high but I believe that this made the cosiness shine all the brighter. Also Ember writes such great secondary characters, I’m obsessed with Lacey and Jamie (I neeeed to know more 👀). Nai Nai was iconic and if I met her and she didn’t like me I would be absolutely devastated 😭
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ঌ I absolutely adore Jiahui. I think she was the perfect FMC for this book. She has the world on her shoulders and feels personally responsible for the care of her younger brother and grandmother, going as far as dropping out of school to take care of them. She puts up a harsh exterior to ward people away. She doesn’t want to let people in, in fear of getting hurt. Deep down she is plagued by anxiety and panic attacks. She feels deep guilt about having to turn to crime to protect her family after the disappearance of her parents. She is a survivor through and through but struggles to accept what she had to become to keep herself, and those she cares about safe.
ঌ I really loved seeing Jiahui’s character growth! Watching her go from someone who pushes anyone and everyone away, to a person that gladly accepts friendship, love and happiness was inspiring. She learns that she has earned a safe space to exist, to be her true self. That she is not bad for having to make tough decisions. I loved seeing her journey of self acceptance. One of my only criticism of this book is how she took to calling Rhazan “RhazDaddy”, I’m sorry but on a personal level that is so not my thing. Not to yuck anyone’s yum, as it’s all dependent on what people like, but yeah not for me 😭
ঌ I have a major soft spot for Rhazan. I can’t help but fall for the grumpy and brooding vibe he has going on. When I thought I couldn’t like him anymore, he shows us he has the softest, kindest side to him that he keeps hidden away. It’s an absolutely deadly combination! I really enjoyed that him and Jiahui were so perfectly matched in how stubborn and fiery they could be. They brought out the best in each other. It warmed my heart to see Rhazan opening up to Jiahui and her in turn opening up to him. They created safe spaces for one another to just be. They were able to be their true selves with one another which in turn created such a sweet and supportive relationship.
ঌ Despite Rhazan and Jiahui’s relationship being really cute this book has spice in abundance 🥵 You absolutely will not hear me complaining because I had the best time! This book is KINKY in the best possible way. If you’re into BDSM dynamics then you will go feral for this one.
ঌ Oh no! There’s an Ifrit in my Cosmic Cafe has a really great blend of angst and sweetness. The stakes were high but I believe that this made the cosiness shine all the brighter. Also Ember writes such great secondary characters, I’m obsessed with Lacey and Jamie (I neeeed to know more 👀). Nai Nai was iconic and if I met her and she didn’t like me I would be absolutely devastated 😭
December 11, 2025
From the very first page, this book reminded me exactly why I love paranormal romances that lean fully into chaos, heat, and heart. 🥹🔥 Coming back into this world and seeing characters from Book 1 pop in felt like being welcomed home—with claws, magic, and a slightly haunted espresso machine included. ☕👻
The setup alone hooked me: Jade had astral projected to cheat at poker (iconic behavior tbh 😂✨) and somehow ended up in witness protection with her whole family in northern Maine… inside a run-down café her brother won in a shady bet. And honestly?? The busted counters, cursed sugar jars, and interdimensional bar hidden behind the walk-in freezer made the setting feel so alive and weirdly cozy. I could practically smell the singed cinnamon. 🧂🔥
And then there was Rhazan.
RhazDaddy.
RHAAAAZ DADDY. 😩🔥🔥
The moment Jade and Rhazan collided, sparks flew—actual ones, courtesy of the brooding Ifrit who radiated “touch my cups and perish” energy. Their dynamic was immediate, electric, and unapologetically hot. This was NOT a slow burn—the tension barreled forward like a runaway train, and I was absolutely here for every heated look, every bickering moment, every “I hate you but also I want to incinerate your clothes” interaction. 😏🔥
What surprised me, though, was how emotional the story felt beneath all the spice. Jade’s growth hit me harder than I expected—watching her learn to trust, to stand strong for her family, and to break free from past trauma added so much depth. Her cultural background also shone beautifully and respectfully throughout the story, giving the book a richness and grounding that balanced the supernatural mayhem. 🌙❤️
The plot moved fast (like, demon-on-fire fast): interdimensional rifts, mob mages with grudges, protection spells gone wrong, and a demon who kept insisting he didn’t care—while absolutely caring way too much. The way the smut and the story intertwined felt seamless, each fueling the other until it all exploded into a finale that left me grinning like an unhinged gremlin. 🫠🔥📖
I loved every messy, magical, horny minute. This book was cozy, chaotic, tender, spicy, and unexpectedly heartwarming. Exactly what paranormal romance should feel like. 💫❤️🔥
💕 Perfect For Fans Of…
❤️🔥 Grumpy x Sunshine
🔥 Demon love interests
🚪 Forced proximity via cursed workplace
😏 Instant chemistry, instant chaos
🧋 Cozy-but-haunted café settings
🥺 Found family (with trauma but healing)
👀 “I don’t care about you… except I do” energy
🌶️ High heat + high heart
Thank you to Ember Holt and BookSirens for the ARC opportunity! 💖📚🔥
The setup alone hooked me: Jade had astral projected to cheat at poker (iconic behavior tbh 😂✨) and somehow ended up in witness protection with her whole family in northern Maine… inside a run-down café her brother won in a shady bet. And honestly?? The busted counters, cursed sugar jars, and interdimensional bar hidden behind the walk-in freezer made the setting feel so alive and weirdly cozy. I could practically smell the singed cinnamon. 🧂🔥
And then there was Rhazan.
RhazDaddy.
RHAAAAZ DADDY. 😩🔥🔥
The moment Jade and Rhazan collided, sparks flew—actual ones, courtesy of the brooding Ifrit who radiated “touch my cups and perish” energy. Their dynamic was immediate, electric, and unapologetically hot. This was NOT a slow burn—the tension barreled forward like a runaway train, and I was absolutely here for every heated look, every bickering moment, every “I hate you but also I want to incinerate your clothes” interaction. 😏🔥
What surprised me, though, was how emotional the story felt beneath all the spice. Jade’s growth hit me harder than I expected—watching her learn to trust, to stand strong for her family, and to break free from past trauma added so much depth. Her cultural background also shone beautifully and respectfully throughout the story, giving the book a richness and grounding that balanced the supernatural mayhem. 🌙❤️
The plot moved fast (like, demon-on-fire fast): interdimensional rifts, mob mages with grudges, protection spells gone wrong, and a demon who kept insisting he didn’t care—while absolutely caring way too much. The way the smut and the story intertwined felt seamless, each fueling the other until it all exploded into a finale that left me grinning like an unhinged gremlin. 🫠🔥📖
I loved every messy, magical, horny minute. This book was cozy, chaotic, tender, spicy, and unexpectedly heartwarming. Exactly what paranormal romance should feel like. 💫❤️🔥
💕 Perfect For Fans Of…
❤️🔥 Grumpy x Sunshine
🔥 Demon love interests
🚪 Forced proximity via cursed workplace
😏 Instant chemistry, instant chaos
🧋 Cozy-but-haunted café settings
🥺 Found family (with trauma but healing)
👀 “I don’t care about you… except I do” energy
🌶️ High heat + high heart
Thank you to Ember Holt and BookSirens for the ARC opportunity! 💖📚🔥
December 11, 2025
▸Paranormal romance
▸Pain demon x astral witch
▸Hurt and grumpy demon
▸Bratty sunshine FMC
▸Marking and biting
▸Wax and binding
▸Punishment and pain play
▸Magical drinks and snacks
▸Small town
▸Found and blood family
▸A fiery familiar pup
♥️♥️Thank you to Ember Holt and Booksirens for this advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own♥️♥️
3,75/5⭐
The second book of the interconnected standalones has a more interesting storyline than the first book✨ the pacing is fast, the plot is unpredictable, even though the atmosphere is cozy there is a touch of suspense. the female lead, Jade/Jiahui, is strong, sassy, and she doesn't rely on men to save her and Rhazan is a massive fire demon, a grumpy one but very sweet to Jade and her family. the first meeting between Jade and Rhazan didn't start out well, but he gave her the protection spells/mark from the very first time they met. even though it seems like an insta love, there is a genuine and undeniable bond between them...they are truly compatible, Rhazan lives by absorbing pain, and Jade loves the pain. I've never read a book with BDSM in it, but I don't think the romance in this book dominates the story too much. A good action and relaxing read✨
Jade, her younger brother Ace, and her grandmother have to temporarily move to a busted-up cafe in Maine after Ace wins a lottery—the cafe, which also becomes their hiding place from the Chinese mafia who held their parents captive. but inside the cafe is a thin veil on another world guarded by Rhazan, a fire demon, an ifrit. The veil can easily be passed on by dangerous creatures who can bring chaos to the human world. since Rhazan can't leave his realm for too long, he leaves his mark on Jade's hand, that if she needs him immediately, just touch his mark and he will come anytime, especially when the mafia guy manages to find Jade and her family.
▸Pain demon x astral witch
▸Hurt and grumpy demon
▸Bratty sunshine FMC
▸Marking and biting
▸Wax and binding
▸Punishment and pain play
▸Magical drinks and snacks
▸Small town
▸Found and blood family
▸A fiery familiar pup
♥️♥️Thank you to Ember Holt and Booksirens for this advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own♥️♥️
3,75/5⭐
The second book of the interconnected standalones has a more interesting storyline than the first book✨ the pacing is fast, the plot is unpredictable, even though the atmosphere is cozy there is a touch of suspense. the female lead, Jade/Jiahui, is strong, sassy, and she doesn't rely on men to save her and Rhazan is a massive fire demon, a grumpy one but very sweet to Jade and her family. the first meeting between Jade and Rhazan didn't start out well, but he gave her the protection spells/mark from the very first time they met. even though it seems like an insta love, there is a genuine and undeniable bond between them...they are truly compatible, Rhazan lives by absorbing pain, and Jade loves the pain. I've never read a book with BDSM in it, but I don't think the romance in this book dominates the story too much. A good action and relaxing read✨
"I want to see you again."
The admission hurts my stomach.
I want to see him, too.
"Maybe you will."
He huffs and smoke curls around us.
"Wish it so, and it will be," he says as he presses his thumb on my mark.
Jade, her younger brother Ace, and her grandmother have to temporarily move to a busted-up cafe in Maine after Ace wins a lottery—the cafe, which also becomes their hiding place from the Chinese mafia who held their parents captive. but inside the cafe is a thin veil on another world guarded by Rhazan, a fire demon, an ifrit. The veil can easily be passed on by dangerous creatures who can bring chaos to the human world. since Rhazan can't leave his realm for too long, he leaves his mark on Jade's hand, that if she needs him immediately, just touch his mark and he will come anytime, especially when the mafia guy manages to find Jade and her family.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Oh No! There's an Ifrit in my Cosmic Cafe is the second book in Holt's Getting Cozy with Demons series. This paranormal fantasy, monster romance features Jiahui (Jade) Feng and Rhazan Malakar.
Jiahui has the ability to astral project and uses it to cheat at poker. When she finds herself arrested, she offers evidence and testimony on a big fish in the Chinese mafia, one which has been threatening her family for too long. In order to disappear for awhile, she, her baby brother and their grandmother move to Lennebunk, Maine where her brother, Zixin (Ace) won a cafe. Their plan is to fix up the rundown location as use to actually make some money. It is there that she meets Rhazan (aka RhazDaddy), an Ifrit.
If like me you didn't know what an Ifrit is, I looked it up: "Iftrit: a powerful, often demonic, type of spirit or demon in Islamic and Arabic folklore, a class of jinn made from fire, known for their immense strength, shape-shifting abilities, and association with the underworld." There's more to it, but that will at least help you understand that Rhazan is a demon.
While Jade expects the worst, it turns out that Rhazan's appearance in their family's new establishment was completely altruistic. The two start out with some entertaining banter, and slowly get to know one another. The sexual tension between the two builds until they start a very spicy relationship, one which includes spanking and bondage.
I enjoyed this latest instalment in the series. Jade has a lot of pressure on her shoulders to be present for her family. Everything she does is for them... until Rhazan. (She does him purely for herself. LOL!) It was nice to see her evolution of character, allowing herself to open up to others and lean on folks for support. She never loses her delightfully feisty nature. As for Rhazan, one might expect the worst from a demon, but this one seems to have a heart of gold. He has learned from his past mistakes.
I'm already looking forward to the next release in this series, Oh No! There's a Dragon in my Bookshop, which is currently expected to be released in June 2026.
Jiahui has the ability to astral project and uses it to cheat at poker. When she finds herself arrested, she offers evidence and testimony on a big fish in the Chinese mafia, one which has been threatening her family for too long. In order to disappear for awhile, she, her baby brother and their grandmother move to Lennebunk, Maine where her brother, Zixin (Ace) won a cafe. Their plan is to fix up the rundown location as use to actually make some money. It is there that she meets Rhazan (aka RhazDaddy), an Ifrit.
If like me you didn't know what an Ifrit is, I looked it up: "Iftrit: a powerful, often demonic, type of spirit or demon in Islamic and Arabic folklore, a class of jinn made from fire, known for their immense strength, shape-shifting abilities, and association with the underworld." There's more to it, but that will at least help you understand that Rhazan is a demon.
While Jade expects the worst, it turns out that Rhazan's appearance in their family's new establishment was completely altruistic. The two start out with some entertaining banter, and slowly get to know one another. The sexual tension between the two builds until they start a very spicy relationship, one which includes spanking and bondage.
I enjoyed this latest instalment in the series. Jade has a lot of pressure on her shoulders to be present for her family. Everything she does is for them... until Rhazan. (She does him purely for herself. LOL!) It was nice to see her evolution of character, allowing herself to open up to others and lean on folks for support. She never loses her delightfully feisty nature. As for Rhazan, one might expect the worst from a demon, but this one seems to have a heart of gold. He has learned from his past mistakes.
I'm already looking forward to the next release in this series, Oh No! There's a Dragon in my Bookshop, which is currently expected to be released in June 2026.
November 21, 2025
**Received an ARC copy**
First of all thank you Ember Holt for giving me this opportunity as I was obsessed with Sylvia and Apollo! LOVE all the cameo scenes!!!
Jade (Jiahui) is a badass mage with Astral Projection powers and will do anything to support her family...including get on the wrong side of a Mafia and make a deal with the police so she can continue to provide for her family. She and her family go into hiding and that is where she meets Rhazan our hot and grumpy MMC who has nicknamed her Firecracker at first site. She has major bratty sub energy and I am here for it!!! The situation with her parents is heartbreaking and the level of responsibility she feels towards keeping them safe is horribly unfair to her!
Rhazan is hawwwwt figuratively and literally. He is a grumpy secret cinnamon role, who is flirty and respectful and will protect the FMC with his entire being! We also of course love a man who respects consent!!! Also his nickname by Jade is Rhazdaddy I mean!?! 🙈🙈🙈
Jade and Rhazan are volcanic!!! Their chemistry is crazy!!! Within two times of meeting their flirting and banter is off the charts...not to mention the dom/sub dynamic they exhibited almost instantly! I can't count how many scenes I felt fucking FERAL in!!!! The aftercare had me melting!!!!
The plot was so fun! A mix of magic, sweetness, mafia, spice, and fated mates!!!! I loved all the side characters especially Nai Nai 😁.
Would 100% read this book again!
Fav quotes
"Because your body carries my magic now. And if anyone else dares touch what's mine...I will burn their soul from the inside out."
"Look at you...Ready to take whatever I give you...You'll be a trembling mess when I'm through."
"This shame does not serve you, or suit you. You're my Firecracker, bright, and hot, and loud, and full of sparks that can set the whole world aflame."
My spirit had been half as bright before him, and will never be as bright without him. This is not temporary. This is not a tryst...This is forever.
First of all thank you Ember Holt for giving me this opportunity as I was obsessed with Sylvia and Apollo! LOVE all the cameo scenes!!!
Jade (Jiahui) is a badass mage with Astral Projection powers and will do anything to support her family...including get on the wrong side of a Mafia and make a deal with the police so she can continue to provide for her family. She and her family go into hiding and that is where she meets Rhazan our hot and grumpy MMC who has nicknamed her Firecracker at first site. She has major bratty sub energy and I am here for it!!! The situation with her parents is heartbreaking and the level of responsibility she feels towards keeping them safe is horribly unfair to her!
Rhazan is hawwwwt figuratively and literally. He is a grumpy secret cinnamon role, who is flirty and respectful and will protect the FMC with his entire being! We also of course love a man who respects consent!!! Also his nickname by Jade is Rhazdaddy I mean!?! 🙈🙈🙈
Jade and Rhazan are volcanic!!! Their chemistry is crazy!!! Within two times of meeting their flirting and banter is off the charts...not to mention the dom/sub dynamic they exhibited almost instantly! I can't count how many scenes I felt fucking FERAL in!!!! The aftercare had me melting!!!!
The plot was so fun! A mix of magic, sweetness, mafia, spice, and fated mates!!!! I loved all the side characters especially Nai Nai 😁.
Would 100% read this book again!
Fav quotes
"Because your body carries my magic now. And if anyone else dares touch what's mine...I will burn their soul from the inside out."
"Look at you...Ready to take whatever I give you...You'll be a trembling mess when I'm through."
"This shame does not serve you, or suit you. You're my Firecracker, bright, and hot, and loud, and full of sparks that can set the whole world aflame."
My spirit had been half as bright before him, and will never be as bright without him. This is not temporary. This is not a tryst...This is forever.
December 4, 2025
This just solidly landed not just in my favourite/comfort book list but author too!
This is book two in the series, I have not read book one (absolutely will be!!!) they are in the same universe but can be read as a standalone.
I think in all honesty this is the first book I’ve read outside a Disney novel that has a Chinese American FMC, it was really wonderful getting tiny tastes of her culture and traditions even in just the way she spoke with reverence to her Nai Nai.
Ok holy wow where to start?! There is martial arts, demons, witches, bdsm, queer representation, literal out of body experiences, interdimentional police, Chinese Mafia, trauma responses… honestly this book has everything and a bit more!!!
It’s such a fast paced ride from the start, the spice picks up quick but gentle a teaser of what’s to come but you don’t have to wait long - thank goodness!!! I do really like that in my mind you aren’t sacrificing plot for smut, the author does a great job of world building, character development and storytelling.
The FMC is a feisty, strong, brave, sassy, top from the bottom submissive brat kinda gal, she’s flawed, she has panic attacks and she was a virgin. She is headstrong and is trying to keep her family safe, forced into hiding, trying to make an honest living for a change -while raising her brother with her elderly grandmother, her parents are stuck in china against their will. She hasn’t known love that builds you up and sets you free within the safety of its unyielding power, she’s not really even had friends.
The MMC *fans self* will forever be known as Fire Daddy in my mind. He is a literally a fiery demon, he’s a bit of an asshole, he is possessive, strong, tender, empowering and has been hurting his entire life until his Firecracker comes along.
I have so many thoughts and feelings about this book, they all revolved around telling you to pick up a copy asap, sit down with a cup of tea (loose not bagged, it will make Nai Nai happy), embrace the fire and celebrate this glorious read.
This is book two in the series, I have not read book one (absolutely will be!!!) they are in the same universe but can be read as a standalone.
I think in all honesty this is the first book I’ve read outside a Disney novel that has a Chinese American FMC, it was really wonderful getting tiny tastes of her culture and traditions even in just the way she spoke with reverence to her Nai Nai.
Ok holy wow where to start?! There is martial arts, demons, witches, bdsm, queer representation, literal out of body experiences, interdimentional police, Chinese Mafia, trauma responses… honestly this book has everything and a bit more!!!
It’s such a fast paced ride from the start, the spice picks up quick but gentle a teaser of what’s to come but you don’t have to wait long - thank goodness!!! I do really like that in my mind you aren’t sacrificing plot for smut, the author does a great job of world building, character development and storytelling.
The FMC is a feisty, strong, brave, sassy, top from the bottom submissive brat kinda gal, she’s flawed, she has panic attacks and she was a virgin. She is headstrong and is trying to keep her family safe, forced into hiding, trying to make an honest living for a change -while raising her brother with her elderly grandmother, her parents are stuck in china against their will. She hasn’t known love that builds you up and sets you free within the safety of its unyielding power, she’s not really even had friends.
The MMC *fans self* will forever be known as Fire Daddy in my mind. He is a literally a fiery demon, he’s a bit of an asshole, he is possessive, strong, tender, empowering and has been hurting his entire life until his Firecracker comes along.
I have so many thoughts and feelings about this book, they all revolved around telling you to pick up a copy asap, sit down with a cup of tea (loose not bagged, it will make Nai Nai happy), embrace the fire and celebrate this glorious read.
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Getting Cozy with Demons is one of those series where each book can be read as a standalone, but I really loved seeing characters from book one pop up again, even if it was just briefly. 💕📚
There’s definitely a shift from book one to book two, in a good way. It has more action, but is somehow still cozy and fun. The world and magic system expand a lot here, and suddenly there is so much more going on. In this book, we go from witness protection and mob bosses in the human world to secret magical organizations and even space cockroaches?! 🪳🍬✨ Completely unhinged yet we’re here for it. 💅
Honestly, I would 100% re-read this on audiobook (first book included) 🎧 I feel like the audio version would add so much flair and personality with the right narrators. This series feels like cozy fantasy mixed with sci-fi cartoon / anime action vibes, but with spicy, steamy scenes, and still somehow comforting at the same time 😌🔥 The cast was just fun overall, both the main characters and the side characters.
Jade’s witty, sassy, a little bratty, and deeply devoted to her family. Her relationship with her grandmother and teenage brother was one of my favorite parts. One felt the love, stress, and responsibility she carries for them 🤌 Watching her learn to trust others and accept help was honestly so satisfying to read 🫶
Jade and Rhazan together were great even if I would have liked to see more scenes of them together (makes sense in book)! But this book gave me a court case scene that was fun to read🥹. The spicy scenes were mid-level spice with kink, but I actually liked how the kink was tied into demon magic and power. Rhazan’s dynamic with Jade is playful, tender, and very hot because of it 🔥 The spice adds extra sizzle, but even without it, this story would still be a fun and engaging read.
I also really appreciated how protective, grounding, and emotionally safe Rhazan was for Jade, especially during her panic attacks 💗
I look forward to more books especially since this book opened for so much more. 🌟
Getting Cozy with Demons is one of those series where each book can be read as a standalone, but I really loved seeing characters from book one pop up again, even if it was just briefly. 💕📚
There’s definitely a shift from book one to book two, in a good way. It has more action, but is somehow still cozy and fun. The world and magic system expand a lot here, and suddenly there is so much more going on. In this book, we go from witness protection and mob bosses in the human world to secret magical organizations and even space cockroaches?! 🪳🍬✨ Completely unhinged yet we’re here for it. 💅
Honestly, I would 100% re-read this on audiobook (first book included) 🎧 I feel like the audio version would add so much flair and personality with the right narrators. This series feels like cozy fantasy mixed with sci-fi cartoon / anime action vibes, but with spicy, steamy scenes, and still somehow comforting at the same time 😌🔥 The cast was just fun overall, both the main characters and the side characters.
Jade’s witty, sassy, a little bratty, and deeply devoted to her family. Her relationship with her grandmother and teenage brother was one of my favorite parts. One felt the love, stress, and responsibility she carries for them 🤌 Watching her learn to trust others and accept help was honestly so satisfying to read 🫶
Jade and Rhazan together were great even if I would have liked to see more scenes of them together (makes sense in book)! But this book gave me a court case scene that was fun to read🥹. The spicy scenes were mid-level spice with kink, but I actually liked how the kink was tied into demon magic and power. Rhazan’s dynamic with Jade is playful, tender, and very hot because of it 🔥 The spice adds extra sizzle, but even without it, this story would still be a fun and engaging read.
I also really appreciated how protective, grounding, and emotionally safe Rhazan was for Jade, especially during her panic attacks 💗
I look forward to more books especially since this book opened for so much more. 🌟
Review of advance copy received from Author
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ (4.5/5)
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
If you’ve ever wanted a book that feels like sipping a sweet latte while absolute magical chaos breaks out behind the counter, Oh No! There’s an Ifrit In My Cosmic Cafe is it. This is book two in the Getting Cozy with Demons series, but it reads beautifully as a standalone. It drops you into a quirky, heartwarming world of stubborn heroines, brooding monstrous men, and just the right amount of spice.
We follow Jiahui, who makes the teeny mistake of astral projecting to cheat at poker and accidentally lands herself in a situation where she needs to lie low as she’s wanted by the mob. So she, her brother, and her grandmother flee to northern Maine and take refuge in a busted-up, space-themed café. Oh, and there’s also an interdimensional bar sharing the same space on a different plane. Nbd.
And then there’s Rhazan: a smoldering, broody fire demon/ifrit who runs that bar and gives off immaculate don’t-touch-my-stuff vibes until you start seeing what’s underneath. The chemistry between him and Jiahui snaps into place fast, and every interaction feels like flint striking steel: sharp, bright, and inevitably catching.
I had so much fun reading this book. The story balances cozy small-town café life with mystery-and-magic mayhem—mob trouble, magical + mundane law enforcement complications, and the kind of interdimensional monster problems you absolutely do not want to deal with while trying to get your coffee shop up and running. It’s fast-paced, funny, and sprinkled with that warm found-family heartbeat. A special shoutout to Jiahui’s grandmother, Nai Nai, who is genuinely a gem.
If you love cozy chaos, grumpy demon energy, and a clever, snarky heroine, add Iffy Cafe to your TBR.
Thank you so much to Ember Holt for the eARC! All opinions are my own.
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
If you’ve ever wanted a book that feels like sipping a sweet latte while absolute magical chaos breaks out behind the counter, Oh No! There’s an Ifrit In My Cosmic Cafe is it. This is book two in the Getting Cozy with Demons series, but it reads beautifully as a standalone. It drops you into a quirky, heartwarming world of stubborn heroines, brooding monstrous men, and just the right amount of spice.
We follow Jiahui, who makes the teeny mistake of astral projecting to cheat at poker and accidentally lands herself in a situation where she needs to lie low as she’s wanted by the mob. So she, her brother, and her grandmother flee to northern Maine and take refuge in a busted-up, space-themed café. Oh, and there’s also an interdimensional bar sharing the same space on a different plane. Nbd.
And then there’s Rhazan: a smoldering, broody fire demon/ifrit who runs that bar and gives off immaculate don’t-touch-my-stuff vibes until you start seeing what’s underneath. The chemistry between him and Jiahui snaps into place fast, and every interaction feels like flint striking steel: sharp, bright, and inevitably catching.
I had so much fun reading this book. The story balances cozy small-town café life with mystery-and-magic mayhem—mob trouble, magical + mundane law enforcement complications, and the kind of interdimensional monster problems you absolutely do not want to deal with while trying to get your coffee shop up and running. It’s fast-paced, funny, and sprinkled with that warm found-family heartbeat. A special shoutout to Jiahui’s grandmother, Nai Nai, who is genuinely a gem.
If you love cozy chaos, grumpy demon energy, and a clever, snarky heroine, add Iffy Cafe to your TBR.
Thank you so much to Ember Holt for the eARC! All opinions are my own.
March 3, 2026
Gleeful Goblin Review: This is the second book in a series that I'm intensely invested in and I couldn't be happier. Even though it's a second book it can be read as a standalone, especially since the feel of the story is fairly different from Book 1. Where Book 1 felt decidedly fantasy romance, this book is closer to an urban fantasy romance, and since I love both genres I'm delighted. This book reminds me in the very best way of the DFZ series, especially her Book 1 Minimum Wage Magic by Rachel Aaron. The world is very magical realism style where magic is real but the world isn't so very different than ours is in a lot of ways. Our heroine, "Jiahui, but most people call me Jade" is the epitome of Eldest Daughter Keeping The Family Above Water, whether that's illegal gambling, using her magic to gain an edge where she can, pickpocketing, whatever it takes to make sure her younger brother and her grandmother are taken care of. Both parents aren't in the picture thanks to some very unsavory characters that Jade gets tangled up with and because of that tangle the family has to get out of Dodge. Good thing a certain bet paid off and the family has a largely abandoned Cosmic Cafe in the middle of nowhere, far away from those unsavory characters that Jade got entangled with. It's a pretty great hideaway and potentially honest living if the family can get the cafe up and running after being neglected for a few decades. Opening the cafe would be hard enough but throw in an unusually thin veil between worlds centered in said cafe and a surly but scintillating Ifrit named Rhazan, and Jade has got her work cut out for her.
The world building was great, the snark and banter between our two main characters is absolutely top notch, and the spice be SPICING. I couldn't be happier with this book and I can't wait for the next one. 5/5 Stars
The world building was great, the snark and banter between our two main characters is absolutely top notch, and the spice be SPICING. I couldn't be happier with this book and I can't wait for the next one. 5/5 Stars
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC reader review:
Firstly, thanks to the author for the copy of the book!
It follows the story of a Chinese family, who got into trouble with the Chinese Mafia, had the parents taken, and had to turn to crimes to pay their debts. And while the protagonist turns to crime, she never seems like the bad guy.
They are forced to move as part of police protection, and end up opening a Cafe. At the Cafe there is a weak spot between planes of existence, and Jade meets Rhazan, an Ifrit, who is fuelled by pain. They quickly get involved, turn out to be mates, she defeats the Mafia people and they live happily ever after, parents freed and everything.
The storyline was decent, and there were key features that were good - the strong grandmotherly presence, the need to take care of her younger brother, the fear of failure at being a substitute parent and matriarch of sorts.
I personally didn't like how fast paced the book was, but perhaps that's just me being used to more of a slow-burn style. I also thought it was strange that Jade was a virgin, but instantly involved BDSM into the relationship, calling the Ifrit 'RhazDaddy' (not a fan), and wanting him to spank her. That felt rushed and unlikely (there was also some choking that felt out of place for a new relationship). Also, Jade thinks that Rhaz definitely would've made her pregnant because of the amount of cum he had - er, sorry love, that's not how pregnancy works (also, I found the description of his huge loads filling up condoms extremely off-putting, but I'm aware others may be into this so whatever floats your boat).
The wax scene was good. I also liked the fight scene and that Jade managed to spar with Rhaz decently.
I wouldn't rush to recommend it, but if the themes are something you're into it's a nice, easy read that didn't take a lot of time or focus.
Firstly, thanks to the author for the copy of the book!
It follows the story of a Chinese family, who got into trouble with the Chinese Mafia, had the parents taken, and had to turn to crimes to pay their debts. And while the protagonist turns to crime, she never seems like the bad guy.
They are forced to move as part of police protection, and end up opening a Cafe. At the Cafe there is a weak spot between planes of existence, and Jade meets Rhazan, an Ifrit, who is fuelled by pain. They quickly get involved, turn out to be mates, she defeats the Mafia people and they live happily ever after, parents freed and everything.
The storyline was decent, and there were key features that were good - the strong grandmotherly presence, the need to take care of her younger brother, the fear of failure at being a substitute parent and matriarch of sorts.
I personally didn't like how fast paced the book was, but perhaps that's just me being used to more of a slow-burn style. I also thought it was strange that Jade was a virgin, but instantly involved BDSM into the relationship, calling the Ifrit 'RhazDaddy' (not a fan), and wanting him to spank her. That felt rushed and unlikely (there was also some choking that felt out of place for a new relationship). Also, Jade thinks that Rhaz definitely would've made her pregnant because of the amount of cum he had - er, sorry love, that's not how pregnancy works (also, I found the description of his huge loads filling up condoms extremely off-putting, but I'm aware others may be into this so whatever floats your boat).
The wax scene was good. I also liked the fight scene and that Jade managed to spar with Rhaz decently.
I wouldn't rush to recommend it, but if the themes are something you're into it's a nice, easy read that didn't take a lot of time or focus.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 16, 2025
Jake and Captain Holt's stint in witness protection if Jake was Rosa and got romantically involved with a Demon Daddy.
This book is a cozy romantasy novel with just a *dash* of action. Something you could easily pick up on the beach, as a palate cleanser between heavy books or casually pick up on work breaks.
When the book starts out, the pacing feels a bit... clunky, but once you're a few chapters in, the author found her groove, and the pacing picks up to a rhythm that's enjoyable to read. The language used in the books feels comfortable, like talking to a friend (if your friend went into very explicit detail about submitting to and, subsequently, getting absolutely railed by a fire demon).
The world building is incredibly neat, though details of how policing works felt highly inaccurate. Perhaps that's why the beginning felt clunky. A bit like the author was trying to figure out how to get the characters TO the Cosmic Cafe.
I really like my spicy books to showcase the emotion behind the acts, not just spelling out spicy times in excruciatingly filthy detail. In that way, this book very much landed for me.
Overall, I highly recommend if you're into light BDSM reads that feature fated mates and you don't mind a bit of a stressful background (a sibling essentially raising her sibling because her parents are gone and dealing with the trauma from that). It didn't bother me, but for someone with related trauma, it might bother them.
Thank you for the wonderful read, Ember! I'm definitely checking out the first book and excited for the third!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
This book is a cozy romantasy novel with just a *dash* of action. Something you could easily pick up on the beach, as a palate cleanser between heavy books or casually pick up on work breaks.
When the book starts out, the pacing feels a bit... clunky, but once you're a few chapters in, the author found her groove, and the pacing picks up to a rhythm that's enjoyable to read. The language used in the books feels comfortable, like talking to a friend (if your friend went into very explicit detail about submitting to and, subsequently, getting absolutely railed by a fire demon).
The world building is incredibly neat, though details of how policing works felt highly inaccurate. Perhaps that's why the beginning felt clunky. A bit like the author was trying to figure out how to get the characters TO the Cosmic Cafe.
I really like my spicy books to showcase the emotion behind the acts, not just spelling out spicy times in excruciatingly filthy detail. In that way, this book very much landed for me.
Overall, I highly recommend if you're into light BDSM reads that feature fated mates and you don't mind a bit of a stressful background (a sibling essentially raising her sibling because her parents are gone and dealing with the trauma from that). It didn't bother me, but for someone with related trauma, it might bother them.
Thank you for the wonderful read, Ember! I'm definitely checking out the first book and excited for the third!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book was so steamy I almost forgot that it is firmly below zero where I live, and will be for several months. Honestly I had to open the windows a few times to cool off with some of these scenes.
So obviously this book has smut, and a lot of it. (Glorious, yummy, spicy scenes). But if you're not into that, this might be a book you want to skip.
If you are though? Woo boy its great! They were delicious, handled with care and I thoroughly enjoyed them.
More than the smexing though, the two main characters (Rhazan and Jade) obviously grow to love each other. They go from being inconveniences to developing a genuine, believable relationship. They were realistic (despite that one was a demon) with faults, pleasures and unique interests and passions.
And like a Lobster Roll, they had layers!
And really, who hasn't gotten in trouble for astral projecting during a poker game?
The secondary characters are fun as well, especially Nai Nai, who I'm pretty sure is the epitome of grandmothers everywhere. Although not as developed as our two leads, they didn't suffer from sidekick syndrome and had their own unique stories to follow as well.
And Jade interacted with people beyond her family and Rhazan!
Also there are giant cockroaches.
This is a pretty fawning review but it was just the book I needed right now to make it through the freezing Holiday season. And I love books that are loosely based in the world I live in. Don't get me wrong, fantasy is awesome but sometimes I just want to see my characters order a coffee to go, you know?
All in all, highly recommend this book. Especially if you like your MMCs almost too hot to handle.
So obviously this book has smut, and a lot of it. (Glorious, yummy, spicy scenes). But if you're not into that, this might be a book you want to skip.
If you are though? Woo boy its great! They were delicious, handled with care and I thoroughly enjoyed them.
More than the smexing though, the two main characters (Rhazan and Jade) obviously grow to love each other. They go from being inconveniences to developing a genuine, believable relationship. They were realistic (despite that one was a demon) with faults, pleasures and unique interests and passions.
And like a Lobster Roll, they had layers!
And really, who hasn't gotten in trouble for astral projecting during a poker game?
The secondary characters are fun as well, especially Nai Nai, who I'm pretty sure is the epitome of grandmothers everywhere. Although not as developed as our two leads, they didn't suffer from sidekick syndrome and had their own unique stories to follow as well.
And Jade interacted with people beyond her family and Rhazan!
Also there are giant cockroaches.
This is a pretty fawning review but it was just the book I needed right now to make it through the freezing Holiday season. And I love books that are loosely based in the world I live in. Don't get me wrong, fantasy is awesome but sometimes I just want to see my characters order a coffee to go, you know?
All in all, highly recommend this book. Especially if you like your MMCs almost too hot to handle.
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