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Perks of Being Paranormal #3
Witchily
Death tried to do them part.
When Shanna O’Connell marries Simon Montague in an at-first-sight wedding during a magical night in Vegas, she believes the charming tech CEO would finally be the one to break the centuries-old curse placed upon her family—a curse that makes everyone forget Shanna. Instead of delivering on his promise of future dates and happily ever afters, though, Simon dies in a car accident. There’s only one thing Shanna can do, even if the clumsy witch can’t do it very cast a spell to bring him back.
Simon returns, healthy and perfectly living—but with three years and his memories of Shanna gone. The only thing he wants is to recover the reputation of his company, his life’s work, but a supernatural bond is making him and Shanna attached at the hip—and the infuriatingly bubbly woman is the personification of Murphy’s law. There's no chance Simon can let this magnet for technological disasters near his already scandal-wrecked company.
To break the bond, the two will have to recover a long-lost heirloom on a journey to New Zealand, but much more than a treasure hunt awaits them on their adventure. Shanna will have to face the darkest side of her family curse, and Simon will have to decide what means more to the company that got him through the worst, or the ever-optimistic, adorable witch who might have enchanted his heart … again.
Witchily is the third installment in the Perks of Being Paranormal series - standalone, fast-paced and witty paranormal romances that readers have praised as “cute and adorable” and “quirky, sweet, and heartwarming.”
When Shanna O’Connell marries Simon Montague in an at-first-sight wedding during a magical night in Vegas, she believes the charming tech CEO would finally be the one to break the centuries-old curse placed upon her family—a curse that makes everyone forget Shanna. Instead of delivering on his promise of future dates and happily ever afters, though, Simon dies in a car accident. There’s only one thing Shanna can do, even if the clumsy witch can’t do it very cast a spell to bring him back.
Simon returns, healthy and perfectly living—but with three years and his memories of Shanna gone. The only thing he wants is to recover the reputation of his company, his life’s work, but a supernatural bond is making him and Shanna attached at the hip—and the infuriatingly bubbly woman is the personification of Murphy’s law. There's no chance Simon can let this magnet for technological disasters near his already scandal-wrecked company.
To break the bond, the two will have to recover a long-lost heirloom on a journey to New Zealand, but much more than a treasure hunt awaits them on their adventure. Shanna will have to face the darkest side of her family curse, and Simon will have to decide what means more to the company that got him through the worst, or the ever-optimistic, adorable witch who might have enchanted his heart … again.
Witchily is the third installment in the Perks of Being Paranormal series - standalone, fast-paced and witty paranormal romances that readers have praised as “cute and adorable” and “quirky, sweet, and heartwarming.”
312 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 5, 2026
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March 2, 2026
3.75: This book feels like being attacked by a romcom possessed by a ghost. What starts out as a quirky romance escalates into a man resurrected into the world’s worst situationship.
Like. Imagine accidentally getting married in Vegas, your husband immediately dying (??), and then panic-casting a resurrection spell that works. But now he’s alive, hot, rich, and has absolutely no idea who you are. I was hooked.
This book runs entirely on bad decisions and vibes, and I mean that as the highest compliment. Shanna's a walking disaster (affectionate). She’s cursed to be forgotten, which is already tragic, but she handles it with the kind of chaotic optimism that makes you want to root for her.
And Simon??
Pre-death Simon: controlled, ambitious, definitely has a 5-year plan.
Post-death Simon: trapped in magical proximity to a human tornado who insists they’re married.
The romance is giving: “we're cosmically bound and this is inconvenient”; “I don’t trust you but I can’t leave you”; “wait why do I feel things???”
The pacing is FAST. Emotional revelations just show up, drop a bomb, and then the story sprints away laughing. I wanted more lingering, more yearning, more drama, more time to sit in the absolute insanity of it all. But also the chaos is kind of the point.
The writing's super readable and funny, not overly heavy, just very “get in bitch, we’re going spiraling.” It doesn’t get bogged down in lore or worldbuilding. It’s here for a good time, not a dissertation on magic systems.
Thank you to the author for the ARC
Like. Imagine accidentally getting married in Vegas, your husband immediately dying (??), and then panic-casting a resurrection spell that works. But now he’s alive, hot, rich, and has absolutely no idea who you are. I was hooked.
This book runs entirely on bad decisions and vibes, and I mean that as the highest compliment. Shanna's a walking disaster (affectionate). She’s cursed to be forgotten, which is already tragic, but she handles it with the kind of chaotic optimism that makes you want to root for her.
And Simon??
Pre-death Simon: controlled, ambitious, definitely has a 5-year plan.
Post-death Simon: trapped in magical proximity to a human tornado who insists they’re married.
The romance is giving: “we're cosmically bound and this is inconvenient”; “I don’t trust you but I can’t leave you”; “wait why do I feel things???”
The pacing is FAST. Emotional revelations just show up, drop a bomb, and then the story sprints away laughing. I wanted more lingering, more yearning, more drama, more time to sit in the absolute insanity of it all. But also the chaos is kind of the point.
The writing's super readable and funny, not overly heavy, just very “get in bitch, we’re going spiraling.” It doesn’t get bogged down in lore or worldbuilding. It’s here for a good time, not a dissertation on magic systems.
Thank you to the author for the ARC
January 10, 2026
Come on an adventure wrapped in cozy magic, warm vibes, and just the right sprinkle of romance. Witchily is the kind of book you curl up with when you want low-stress enchantment and high-comfort feels.
Kate Serzenta invites us into a charming, witchy world where magic feels lived-in and comforting rather than flashy. The story unfolds with a gentle pace, letting you savor the atmosphere—think candlelight, small-town charm, and spells cast with intention (and a little heart). The romance is sweet and soft, perfectly complementing the magical elements without overpowering them.
What really makes Witchily shine is its cozy energy. It’s wholesome without being boring, romantic without being overwhelming, and magical without trying too hard. The characters feel easy to love, and the story feels like a warm hug for readers who adore witchy aesthetics, cozy romances, and feel-good escapes.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Kate Serzenta invites us into a charming, witchy world where magic feels lived-in and comforting rather than flashy. The story unfolds with a gentle pace, letting you savor the atmosphere—think candlelight, small-town charm, and spells cast with intention (and a little heart). The romance is sweet and soft, perfectly complementing the magical elements without overpowering them.
What really makes Witchily shine is its cozy energy. It’s wholesome without being boring, romantic without being overwhelming, and magical without trying too hard. The characters feel easy to love, and the story feels like a warm hug for readers who adore witchy aesthetics, cozy romances, and feel-good escapes.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
January 7, 2026
This paranormal romance creates an endearing forced proximity story about a young witch who is cursed. The protagonist, Shanna is lovable and kind. Despite her good intentions, she usually makes a mess of situations, and that includes her relationship with Simon. Shanna inadvertently creates a spell that tethers her to Simon forcing them to face the attraction that they seem unwilling to admit to the other.
At times, Shanna appears hopeless, yet the character is relatable because every failure causes her to lose her sense of direction and her sense of herself. Serzenta is able to capture the doubt Shanna has as it clouds her life, but just as skillfully she imbues Shanna with the sunny optimism that draws people to her.
Simon can be grumpy, but in the most delightful way. He is a nice balance to Shanna as they embark on their adventures. Gran is more of an idea than a supporting character, but her character helps move the plot.
In my mind, I struggled with the character Chris in the novel. Her entire involvement is far-fetched. I like the sentiment, but I feel that issues that bring her into the story need to make sense with the storyline of Simon and Shanna. I also wanted to have bigger and bolder interactions with Shanna’s mother. There is so much potential to emotionally rake the audience over the coals with those interactions.
Ultimately, I feel the end is rushed. Again, there is a great opportunity to create tension and intrigue with this ending if Serzenta would have developed the twists. It seemed too easy for both Simon and Shanna to discover the truths they were seeking.
Overall, this is a fast moving story that compels you to turn the pages. This book is solidly in the fun, vacation reads stack of recommendations.
I received an advanced review copy from BookSirens for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
At times, Shanna appears hopeless, yet the character is relatable because every failure causes her to lose her sense of direction and her sense of herself. Serzenta is able to capture the doubt Shanna has as it clouds her life, but just as skillfully she imbues Shanna with the sunny optimism that draws people to her.
Simon can be grumpy, but in the most delightful way. He is a nice balance to Shanna as they embark on their adventures. Gran is more of an idea than a supporting character, but her character helps move the plot.
In my mind, I struggled with the character Chris in the novel. Her entire involvement is far-fetched. I like the sentiment, but I feel that issues that bring her into the story need to make sense with the storyline of Simon and Shanna. I also wanted to have bigger and bolder interactions with Shanna’s mother. There is so much potential to emotionally rake the audience over the coals with those interactions.
Ultimately, I feel the end is rushed. Again, there is a great opportunity to create tension and intrigue with this ending if Serzenta would have developed the twists. It seemed too easy for both Simon and Shanna to discover the truths they were seeking.
Overall, this is a fast moving story that compels you to turn the pages. This book is solidly in the fun, vacation reads stack of recommendations.
I received an advanced review copy from BookSirens for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
March 22, 2026
A witty paranormal romance with a chaotic twist
Witchily is a fun, fast paced paranormal romance with a really charming premise. The whole accidental Vegas marriage plus resurrection gone slightly wrong sets up a lot of entertaining moments, and the dynamic between Shanna and Simon is easy to get invested in.
Shanna’s chaotic, well meaning energy balances nicely against Simon’s more serious, controlled personality, and their forced proximity keeps things moving at a good clip. The humor lands more often than not, especially when magic and technology collide in the worst possible ways.
That said, some parts felt a little rushed, particularly with the emotional beats. I found myself wanting a bit more depth in how their relationship redeveloped, given the memory loss angle. The adventure elements were engaging, though, and kept the story from ever dragging.
Overall, it’s a light, witty read with a lot of heart. If you’re into quirky paranormal romances with a bit of chaos and a sweet central relationship, this one is definitely worth picking up.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Witchily is a fun, fast paced paranormal romance with a really charming premise. The whole accidental Vegas marriage plus resurrection gone slightly wrong sets up a lot of entertaining moments, and the dynamic between Shanna and Simon is easy to get invested in.
Shanna’s chaotic, well meaning energy balances nicely against Simon’s more serious, controlled personality, and their forced proximity keeps things moving at a good clip. The humor lands more often than not, especially when magic and technology collide in the worst possible ways.
That said, some parts felt a little rushed, particularly with the emotional beats. I found myself wanting a bit more depth in how their relationship redeveloped, given the memory loss angle. The adventure elements were engaging, though, and kept the story from ever dragging.
Overall, it’s a light, witty read with a lot of heart. If you’re into quirky paranormal romances with a bit of chaos and a sweet central relationship, this one is definitely worth picking up.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy
Witchily is a paranormal, rom-com that takes us on a journey. Shanna and Simon meet in Las Vegas and have an instant connection. The two marry without even exchanging names. However, due to a longstanding curse on Shanna's family, their relationship doesn't continue to a happy ending following this wedding. We jump to a future date that sees Shanna and Simon take on an adventure to New Zealand in hopes of breaking a curse.
Light on spice but high on feelings, Witchily is a feel-good read with a few laughs, likable characters and a unique, to me, plot. I enjoyed it although it took me a bit longer to connect with the story than I'd anticipated. There were also a few gaps for me about the lost years and characters. Giving this one 3.5 stars. Thank you Kate Serzenta and Book Sirens for the advanced copy. I'm leaving this review voluntarily.
Light on spice but high on feelings, Witchily is a feel-good read with a few laughs, likable characters and a unique, to me, plot. I enjoyed it although it took me a bit longer to connect with the story than I'd anticipated. There were also a few gaps for me about the lost years and characters. Giving this one 3.5 stars. Thank you Kate Serzenta and Book Sirens for the advanced copy. I'm leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy
Shanna wants to break the family curse that makes everyone forget her. She marries Simon in a ‘love at first sight’ Vegas wedding. Unfortunately, Simon dies. Being the plucky witch she is, Shanna brings him back = Just missing three years and any memory of Shanna, He just wants his life the way it was, but they are bound together and must work together to locate a long-lost family treasure.
This was a cute, quirky romance story. Shanna’s sweet nature has you rooting for her to break the curse. The couple(?) have some fun adventures that bring them closer. Simon has major damage control to do to restore his reputation with his company. There are some twists and turns, but this is a sweet, light love story.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This was a cute, quirky romance story. Shanna’s sweet nature has you rooting for her to break the curse. The couple(?) have some fun adventures that bring them closer. Simon has major damage control to do to restore his reputation with his company. There are some twists and turns, but this is a sweet, light love story.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
March 7, 2026
I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a complimentary copy.
Shanna’s family is cursed—everyone eventually forgets she exists. When she and Simon marry in Vegas, she hopes their sudden union will finally break that curse. But fate has other plans, and Simon dies in a car accident. Three years later, he’s alive again… with no memory of those missing years or of Shanna.
All Simon wants now is to rebuild his company, but the magical bond tying him to Shanna won’t let him walk away. Shanna is such a sweet, upbeat character, and after everything she’s been through, you can’t help but cheer her on. Will Simon realize she’s exactly what he’s been missing? And will Shanna finally break the curse and get her HEA with him?
Shanna’s family is cursed—everyone eventually forgets she exists. When she and Simon marry in Vegas, she hopes their sudden union will finally break that curse. But fate has other plans, and Simon dies in a car accident. Three years later, he’s alive again… with no memory of those missing years or of Shanna.
All Simon wants now is to rebuild his company, but the magical bond tying him to Shanna won’t let him walk away. Shanna is such a sweet, upbeat character, and after everything she’s been through, you can’t help but cheer her on. Will Simon realize she’s exactly what he’s been missing? And will Shanna finally break the curse and get her HEA with him?
Review of advance copy
This continued the story in the Perks of Being Paranormal series perfectly, it uses the paranormal comedy element in a way that worked in this universe. I was engaged from the first page and was engaged from the romance concept. I enjoyed getting to know the characters and how well they felt like they were supposed to in this world. I was enjoying the overall feel of this and how well everything continued from the previous books. Kate Serzenta was able to create something that was fun and enjoyed the paranormal romance and can't wait for more.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy
A clumsy, tech-accident-prone witch who is also cursed, bound with a somewhat grumpy, tech-savvy CEO, creates a very entertaining concept, which is what made me interested in reading it. Although this story is described as 'fast-paced,' I found the transitions between chapters to be a bit choppy.
The characters were charming, making them enjoyable to read. However, with a plot that wasn't too developed, I wouldn’t rush to recommend this book.
It could be a good read if you're looking to pass some time at the dentist’s office or during a car ride when you're not focusing too much on the details.
The characters were charming, making them enjoyable to read. However, with a plot that wasn't too developed, I wouldn’t rush to recommend this book.
It could be a good read if you're looking to pass some time at the dentist’s office or during a car ride when you're not focusing too much on the details.
December 28, 2025
Witchily is a light, fun read! I enjoyed tagging along with Shanna and Simon, as they went on a magical scavenger hunt to break their curse. Rating 3.25 stars because the book rushed through some of the most interesting plot points. The actual ending/resolution was kind of abrupt, but the epilogue was super cute!
Would have loved to get more fleshed-out side characters, particularly Chris… maybe she’ll show up in another book? Overall this was an enjoyable story - I recommend picking this up if you’re looking for a break after a stressful day or a light palate cleanser between denser books.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Would have loved to get more fleshed-out side characters, particularly Chris… maybe she’ll show up in another book? Overall this was an enjoyable story - I recommend picking this up if you’re looking for a break after a stressful day or a light palate cleanser between denser books.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy
What a delightful book to read! I kept imagining it as a movie, one of those romantic comedies we love to watch, especially on rainy days when we need a little inspiration to remember that life is good.
The concept of people forgetting about her and the women in their family is really cool. The development of their romance is also great, and weddings in Vegas are always a mess!
I discovered it's part of a series and I'll definitely read the other books!
The concept of people forgetting about her and the women in their family is really cool. The development of their romance is also great, and weddings in Vegas are always a mess!
I discovered it's part of a series and I'll definitely read the other books!
March 5, 2026
She is trying to break a family curse and she marries him at a first sight wedding. She is hoping it will all go well but he dies in a car accident. She does the next best thing, she gets him brought back to life but he does not remember her. Now she needs to find a hidden treasure with him although he seems more worried about his company. See where they go next
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and a delightful tale
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and a delightful tale
Review of advance copy
This one was an interesting read- Fun, with realistic adventure. Dreamy enough to be a fantasy, but interwoven with the real world. My only issue is that the exposition seemed a bit rushed. There were no spelling errors that I noticed, which was helpful in keeping me immersed in the story.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A curse causes a close proximity situation between Shanna and Simon. Her grandmother tries to help where she can but the couple are sent on a journey to find a long lost heirloom to remove her curse and bring his memory back. I can totally relate to Shanna being one who seems to always be in the middle of mishappenings. A fast paced book filled with laughter and light hearted romance.
March 12, 2026
It was likable but I found somewhat boring. The characters were written like they always wanted to fight. The plot was great but it didn't live up to expectations with me. It's overall a good book but I'm not sure I'll be reading it again.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
March 12, 2026
I thought the book was just ok for me. There is a magical element to the book (as expected), but it almost voodoo-y, instead of just the regular spells. The book is really fast paced in the beginning with with the 2 of them getting hitched in Vegas and then proceeding to the actual story of him having forgotten her. I just couldn't really get into the story. 3.5 stars.
Review of advance copy
I really enjoyed this book, I loved the ideas and the way those set it apart from other witchy books, I felt the emotions of the main character and was left hoping for her!
Well written, and really enveloping
Well written, and really enveloping
Review of advance copy
received a free copy of this book via Hidden Gem books and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
LIKE THE BOOK
slow start
funny
sweet romance
This is where I say the author gives enough information.
So, I do not give anything away
LIKE THE BOOK
slow start
funny
sweet romance
This is where I say the author gives enough information.
So, I do not give anything away
March 6, 2026
So much fun! I couldn't put this one down! Full of magic and fun this one is one I'll remember
Review of advance copy
This was a new author for me. I received this book from Hidden Gems for an independent review. I really liked the characters and the setting of New Zealand. I liked the scavenger hunt aspect as well. I teared up a bit in parts. This is a romance but it is also about family and it makes you think about who will remember you when you're gone. I think I'm going to check out this authors other books.
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