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Total Chaos #2

Loving a Witch Is Totally Foolish

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Profile Image for Dani.
338 reviews26 followers
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July 10, 2025
There’s no way Valen can be as unhinged as Zavier. Thankfully Ava can fill that role.
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301 reviews77 followers
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November 11, 2025
My heart broke a little because I saw a fanart of the mmc from this book and he looks like my lost love, Luc King... but that alone was enough to add it to my TBR. Lol.
Then i saw it had the VIRGIN MMC trope, and you guys know how much i appreciate that.

So here I am, patiently waiting for the release.

I’m just hoping, with my fingers crossed, that this one doesn’t include the ex-lover trope for the mmc (like the first one).

Profile Image for Briana Bailon.
889 reviews16 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 27, 2026
5⭐️/ 3-4🌶️

*Thank you so much to Aura Hayes and Literary love on the line for providing me with an ARC of this book, I greatly appreciate it!

The first book was AMAZING, FUN, ENTERTAINING, and a whole lot of Zavier and Celine’s banter, but this second one brought me even more joy with Ava and Valen at the center of this story. The last time we saw Ava and Valen, they were meeting for the first time, and OOPS, what do ya know?…Looks like someone else found their special someone…ahem…you know…THEIR MATE! In case you didn’t know, you HAVE TO READ THE FIRST BOOK IN ORDER TO UNDERSTAND THIS BOOK! Anyways, this story followed, Ava and Valen as the two of them navigated their new status of learning they were each other’s mates, and other big changes that played a role in their respective lives.

With even more humor, vampires, new introductions to other supernatural beings, there was a lot more in store with this book. I had so much fun reading this book, and it was so lovely to see the relationship between Ava and Valen grow.

For Valen, he was still dealing with the trauma of all that time being imprisoned and tortured, but the light in his life was finding out Ava was his mate. I really liked seeing Valen’s quiet personality paired with Ava’s outgoing bubbly personality. Ava and Valen were perfect for each other, and seeing them interact and gradually grow more comfortable together was sweet and endearing. Plus, with Valen’s inexperience of the new world he was thrusted into, as well as not knowing much when it came to…romance, there was a lot of learning to be done by Valen. So, if you like the “inexperienced” trope, this book has that, and it was endearing seeing Valen misname things like, “horse on wheels”, when he actually meant, a motorcycle haha. Valen was a sweet, gentle vampire who made me swoon and smile at his way of saying things.

So much happened in this book, especially towards the end that just made the plot of this story even bigger and better in terms of the trilogy. Obviously, I won’t say exactly what happened, but once you get to reading this book, you’ll be surprised by what’s revealed and even meet new characters who will play an even bigger role in the next and final book. In addition, things about Ava were significant in this book, that completely changed the way she saw herself. Plenty of discoveries in this book, that had me shook, but also entertained with the way things were revealed here and there! Everything and everyone had a role to play, and I feel like it’s going to be even more important in the final book!

Aside from the danger, and mystery still lingering throughout the book, and its connection to Valen, the romance was CHEF’S KISS! I ADORED the way Valen was with Ava, but to read the things he SAID TO HER! (Sigh) SWOON CITY OVER HERE! There was an innocence to the way Valen spoke so candidly about Ava and how he felt about her that was the epitome of romance! Seeing Ava form such a deep and loving connection to Valen was equally lovely, but I especially loved seeing her more primal, instinctive sense come out whenever it came to protecting Valen because, NO ONE WAS GOING TO MESS WITH HER MANS/ HER MATE! NO SIR! I highlighted a couple of quotes that I loved a lot, and damn, I wished Valen was mine because, he was downright romantic, but also protective, HOT, A GREEK GOD BEAUTY ADONIS! Yeahhhhhh I LOVED VALEN!

There were also plenty of scenes with our favorite unhinged vampire, Zavier, providing plenty of humor, and having no self control in making himself nosy in Ava and Valen’s relationship, and being super clingy to Celine hahaha. I loved seeing the girl group become even closer with Celine, Ava, and Luna, their scenes together were great, and it’s always nice to see them having a girls night amidst all the craziness surrounding them. In particular, I will say when it came to Luna’s part in this book, GIRL! Not only did I learn a tiny bit more about Luna, but let’s just shall, when it comes to her book, it’s going to be a fun experience to read!!!!

Overall, such an amazing book, couldn’t recommend this book enough as well as the first one because, duh, these books are so fun and addictive in the best way. Valen and Ava have officially won my heart and I absolutely love those two. Plus, POM POM! AWW THAT LITTLE CUTIE FLUFF BALL WAS ADORABLE, PRECIOUS, AND I LOVE HIM! Pom Pom is a star himself and was too cute whenever he appeared alongside Ava and Valen! This book made me SWOON, BLUSH, smile, feel happy, and surprised at the things that were revealed along the way. Needless to say, Zavier, Celine, Luna, Ava, and Valen’s friendship has grown stronger than ever, and they are all in for a treat or should I say quite a journey in the next and final book. Highly recommend! I LOVED THIS BOOK! WOO!
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359 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 26, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25

This was honestly just such a cute book! Was it the best book I've ever read? No. But it was super fun and entertaining and an enjoyable read. I felt like the first 30-40% was a tad slow with some overly explain-y dialogue but nothing too bad.

Fun MFC Ava finds out she is not only a witch but has a fated mate. She has a sparkly personality and grows into her newfound powers after struggling for a bit. She develops a tight group of female friends who are supportive and nice to see on-page. MMC Valen has a very traumatic beginning but grows out of it into a protective, dedicated partner. He also has his own character growth and hobbies outside his relationship. It was also nice seeing their romance build organically rather than insta-mate/together right away.

After a little of a slow start, a lot of action happens in this book, up to almost the last page. There is quite a bit of heavy foreshadowing for the next book as well. I liked the references to Ava, Valen, & Co for being a little like a scooby-doo mystery solving squad.


Overall a very cute book and world's lighter in tone than the first book of this series. Quite a few funny moments as well. Looking forward to the next book as well


I received this book as an ARC from the author- this is my honest opinion.
Profile Image for gabrielle aka homewithmybooks.
57 reviews7 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 25, 2026
i was lucky enough to receive an earc in exchange for an honest review and i’m incrible excited to share my thoughts💕


6 stars!!😭one of my top books of last year was loving a vampire is total chaos and this book is my most anticipated book of 2026 and wow!!! i absolutely devoured this over a few hours, once i started reading i could not stop!!! this story was soft and warm and lovely with amazing banter and extra spicy spice!! some of my favourite tropes🥹found family, fated mates, different species, forced proximity, ugh i could go on!! valen is a true sweetheart, curious, attentive and just wonderful and ava is cheeky and funny and bubbly! so many moments i was either giggling and kicking my feet or crying over how absolutely adorable this couple are, there’s also mystery and tension, it’s just perfect😭i had such a fun reading experience and im already ready for book 3! i feel incredibly lucky to have been able to read this book early and this series is one of my favourites!! you’re all in for a treat!!!✨🤍
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59 reviews199 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 13, 2026
[I was provided an ARC by the author in exchange for an honest review.]

•dark romcom
•vampire mmc x witch fmc
•fated mates
•virgin mmc
•found family
•he 💦💦 in his pants
•adorable pet/familiar

LET ME PUT Y’ALL ON REAL QUICK🗣️
this book is amazing. I loved the first one (it was top 3 books of 2025 for me!!) and this one is equally as good!

this was a fantastic continuation of the story from the first book, while still making it unique for these characters. I LOVE Valen and Ava. I love their chemistry and their support for each other.
seeing them come together, work on their pasts and trauma, and give each other the time and space to heal to be able to be true to themselves and their growing relationship had me in my feelssssss.

I also thoroughly enjoyed the addition of other supernatural beings into the universe of these books! and I am very excited to see more!!

5/5 ⭐️
2/5 spice rating🌶️
Profile Image for Gwen Brophy.
260 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
March 26, 2026
I received this as an ARC.

What an utterly delightful world these authors have created! Filled with magic and supernatural creatures of all sorts, with humans going about their day, completely clueless about the magical goings on around them.

I wasn't sure how the authors could top Zav and his unmatched lunacy, and thankfully, they don't try. Valen is an entirely different flavor of MMC, and he is so easy to love. I want to wrap him in a blanket to keep this sweet soul safe after everything he's been through.

We get plenty of Zav, though, don't worry. He remains a delightful psychopath, and his joy at his friends' happiness mashed his homicidal hobbies easy to overlook.

He and Celine play a big role in this second installment, which introduces the Big Bad and expands upon the mysteries uncovered in book one.

There's plenty of spicy spice with a sweet romantic heart.

Cannot wait for book three with Luna and her mystery man (who pops up in this book.)
Profile Image for Sarah Rassool.
71 reviews7 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 9, 2026
Coming into this Urban dark rom com was such a treat. Learning more about the supernatural in this book vs. the first was very engaging and worth the extra time to learn more about the world Zav has been a part of this whole time. Now, we learn about more beings than vampires through Valen, Ava, and some new friends. This has found family as a top trope and probably the most mature relationship with the MC's.

Valen and Ava are so gentle and patient with the other. I appreciated the reality behind Valen's history and how he has to now live a life he's never had a chance to, while Ava grapples on her identity and past she never knew about. Together they support the other and bring out the healed version of each other bit by bit.

He had all the humor and spice in the first book, and so much more. Cannot wait for the third book to see where the gang ends up next.
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80 reviews4 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 17, 2026
Nobody sums up my feelings on this as well as Stephenie Meyer. 🤣

"About three things I was absolutely positive. First, Valen was a vampire. Second, there was a part of him—and I didn't know how dominant that part might be—that thirsted for Ava. And third, I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with them, and Pom Pom." - Twilight, probably

Ok but seriously, WAY TO RUN IT BACK, Aura Hayes! Holy fangboner, I loved Loving a Witch is Totally Foolish. I loved that we got so much Zav, Celine, Midnight and Luna too. This was everything I hoped it would be and more. It's no secret I am absolutely obsessed with book 1, Loving a Vampire is Total Chaos, but this book holds its own and has me absolutely CLAMORING for book 3.

5 stars ⭐
2.5 spice 🌶️

HUGE thank you to Aura Hayes for the copy of this book. All thoughts are my own, obsessed delulu thoughts.
Profile Image for Amanda Lindgren.
142 reviews2 followers
March 26, 2026
First off, thank you so much for trusting me with this ARC!!

This was fantastic. All the things we want from this world. We get a little Zav and Celine, some Luna and Mystery man, and we can forget the main focus of this story… Ava and Valen!!

Valen is just the sweetest. Such a kind, gentle, tortured soul. The way he tries and the way he cares is adorable. Then add him and Zav’s interactions… hilarious.

Ava. This girl. So patient, so loving. She shows Valen the upmost care and respect, allowing him to set the pace and respects his boundaries. Her teaching him about modern life was so fun to read about!

Now, that’s not to say a few things done go wrong, some hilarious some not.

I adore this world, and these characters, and can’t wait to see what they get up to in the next installment!
Profile Image for Taecerys Tingz.
55 reviews1 follower
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 24, 2026
I think the authors did a phenomenal job with Ava & Valen’s story - it was real and raw. The vulnerability and support Ava and Valen showed each other was precious. I legit just wanna give Valen a hug bc he has been through SOOOO Much.

I DEVOURED this ARC and I will continue to convince people to read it bc I believe this series is going to be HUGE and deserves to BLOW UP!!!

The book had 10/10 balance for old characters, main characters and book 3 characters- not only was I HOOKED on the rom-com aspect but the PLOT HAS ME DYING FOR BOOK 3!!! That ending???!!!!!! I NEED TO KNOW WHATS GOING TO HAPPEN!!!

I am excited for book 3 and will continue to yap about books 1 & 2 to everyone. If you’re reading this post and debating on getting the book or reading it- just do it seriously.
Profile Image for Haley.
96 reviews
March 27, 2026
ARC Review
I always get nervous for the second book in a trilogy because they always seem to fall a little flat because it can hard to hit the same way the beginning and ending books do. Aura Hayes hit this book out of the park and this book is on the same level as Loving a Vampire. The chemistry between Valen and Ava was off the charts adorable. I loved watching her teach him about the modern world and he spends his time helping her as much as possible. The cameos from Zav had me laughing out loud as this chaotic ball of sunshine stole every scene he was in. The mystery man that Hayes has been teasing is also a show stealer and I wish I could say more but I don’t want to spoil. The ending sets up the final book very well and I can’t wait to see what happens next
Profile Image for Lauren.
82 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 26, 2026
Oh my gosh, this book was incredible! The mystery subplot, the romance, and the found family dynamic are all so well done. I was laughing, swooning, and so invested in this book the entire time. Also, y’all are not ready for mystery man🤭. I absolutely loved Valen and Ava and of course Zavier and Celine too. Valen was so sweet and protective. I loved seeing him come out of his shell and heal. Pom Pom was so cute too. I’m so ready for Luna and mystery man's book because I need to find out what happens next, and I’m also obsessed with their dynamic. Thank you so much to Aura Hayes and Literary Love on the Line for the ARC copy.
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145 reviews29 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 9, 2026
I had the honor of alpha reading this beautiful BEAUTIFUL book and Valen and Ava are everything and will definitely live up to your expectations🥹

They’re my precious babies and their story will have you yearning for more while also putting the fan to your face cause the spice is spicyyyy🤭 dare I say spicier than book one??

ALSO MYSTERY MAN???? one of the sexiest introductions in bookish history. I am DESPERATELY in need of his book. He had me squealing and screaming so much.

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TROPES
🩷 vampire x witch
🩷 mystery sub plot
🩷 virgin MMC
🩷 she helps heal his trauma
Profile Image for Jennah Gray.
120 reviews
March 25, 2026
ARC review:

Chef’s kiss, honestly - everything about this, I couldn’t put the book down. I basically didn’t, finishing it the day I received my copy!

My love for Celine and Zav still stands, but Ava and Valen…baby boy Valen c’mon!

Valen opening up to Ava about what he went through, her helping him cope and heal from his past trauma. They found home with each other!

Finding about Valen and his backstory, where this will lead the team and what is coming….



I desperately need Luna and Levi’s story (Loving a Demon is a Total Nightmare)
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Marissa | doublebookedlibrary .
123 reviews9 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 20, 2026
Thank you to my girlies, Aura Hayes! Y’all are the best for letting me ARC read this early. Gotta gather my thoughts and will be posting review later! But Ava and Val are my sweet babies. I love them so much… And I got to meet Mystery Man— still cleaning up my drool and other wet spots. He’s so hottt 🤤
Profile Image for Aina.
373 reviews12 followers
March 26, 2026
Finished Loving A Witch Is Totally Foolish in one seating!! WHAT A MASTERPIECE 🥹🥹🥹 Valen and Ava have my heart!!! And Mystery man and Luna?!?!?! I have so many questions! THAT ENDING?!??

🩷Vampire x Witch
✨Forced Proximity
🎀Mystery subplot
📖Dark Rom-com
🫶🏼Pet friends
🌸Virgin MMC

Full review soon!

4,5⭐️

Thank you to Aura Hayes and their team for the ARC, all my thoughts are my own!
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30 reviews2 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
March 27, 2026
want to say I'm great full to get to read this book early and really enjoyed the first book loving a vampire is totally foolish. I'm so glad that Zavier is back no matter what he's my fave character. The story was great. the pace was good. so many funny moments and sayings. overall this book was such a fun read.
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5 reviews
Want to read
September 17, 2025
I absolutely cannot wait for this book! I've already read the first one several times!
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