Demons for Breakfast

by J. Morgyn White

If he dies, she dies. And the demons are already circling.

Sorrel Redwood has two rules: never run out of sage and never face a demon without clean underwear.

The first is practical.
The second is personal.

Raised on a commune and trained in herbcraft, Sorrel sees what others can’t—spirits and demons that stalk San Francisco’s alleys, rooftops, and fragile Victorians. Banishing them pays the rent. Hunting the ones who killed her mother drives her forward.

But when a routine job unleashes Ranth, a powerful wizard trapped in a cursed bracelet, Sorrel is suddenly on every demon’s menu.

Bound together by dark magic, the two must dodge feral hellhounds, unravel the secrets of an ancient cult, and fight the attraction simmering between them. Because if Ranth dies, so does Sorrel—and she’s not about to let her life, or her heart, be someone else’s curse.

Genres: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Paranormal, Slow Burn, Romance, Magic

424 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 13, 2026

Reviews

[AndaReadsTooMuch · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an absolute delight! First of all, I adored this book had me back in my old stomping grounds in San Francisco. There was something soul-healing about reading all this delightful witchcraft and element work in places I knew in my heart. Not only that, this was a respectful and faithful adaptation of hedge witch work. Sorrel is 24 and a magnet for trouble. In this case, that trouble came in the package of a very large and attractive man, Ranth. Ranth doesn’t belong here. Ranth isn’t what he seems and it’s up to Sorrel and her friends to find a way to get him where he belongs. If they can stay alive long enough, that is. The found family Sorrel has (plus her adorable smoky kitty) are exactly what you hope to find in your 20s. The type of family that stays with you no matter what happens, including when your house burns down for uh… reasons. Those are the ride or die people you want to have by your side. Oh and the die part, it’s really not optional.

I highly recommend this one. It’s fun, it’s action-packed, it’s appropriately witchy for all seasons. Demons for Breakfast hits shelves March 13. I would absolutely grab this one and enjoy the ride. (Also this is my first time reading J. Morgyn White. There is another book of hers in this series, Too Cursed to Kiss, which I need to pick up and devour soon. However it’s not required to read first, there’s no gaps in what you need to know to enjoy!)

Gigantic thank you to J. Morgyn White and the amazing folks at The Nerd Fam for the gifted eARC. All opinions are my own.

[BookishKB · Rating 3 out of 5]

🔮✨ Demons For Breakfast ✨ 🔮

This has everything I love, witches, demons, and magic. It started off strong, but lost momentum as it went on. I enjoyed the first half much more than the back half, mainly because of pacing and some repetitiveness.

🖤 What to Expect
• Witch x wizard
• Herb based magic
• Forced proximity
• Slow burn
• Found family
• Green flag hero
• Cursed bond
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⭐ Final Score:
📅 Pub Date: March 13, 2026
📝 Thank you to SCYON Press and NetGalley for the advanced copy. All thoughts are my own.

[Summer Munroe {sum.mun.reads} · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5/5🌟

An easy 5 stars for me! I love how this author writes! She mixes funny with feelings so effortlessly and I absolutely love it. I was cracking up with the flowery curse words (“flipping foxgloves!”, “what the hellebore do you mean?”) it’s a whole vibe and honestly, I like them better 😅
This, mixed in with feelings- “All I can offer is my heart’s promise that I will bear this sorrow with you. You are not alone.” See what I mean?! This book was truly fun. So much found family and laughter! But it’s gonna hit you in the feels too. “Minute things can cause momentous change.” ‘“Kiss me as if there was no last time,” he rasped.’
You’re gonna enjoy this book if you like a fast paced witchy fantasy with great found family, an all-green-flags MMC, a sweet and sassy FMC, and a lovable cat!
There is open door spice near the end of the book (after a slow burn, hello!) I would rate it 2/5 🌶️🌶️ on the spice scale. Thank you so much to the author for the eARC. This voluntary review is my honest thoughts and opinions about the book.
I really enjoyed all the herbs and crystals and the found family aspects. I thought that the slow burn romance between the two MCs was believable and so good! I absolutely would have read another 200 pages with these characters! I vote for more Sorrel and Ranth!

[WhatsIrilisReading · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book!! Action packed,urban fantasy. Demon fighting slow burn with ths best sexual tension! Book releases 3/13!!! Definitely a must read! I hope there will be more stories with Sorrel and Ranth!!! I also loved my Bae villain Fabra!! She was hilarious!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶
#demonslayer #veganfmc

[Meilyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Thank you to The Nerd Fam for the gifted e-arc!
💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

I’m newbie to fantasy tropes. Especially urban fantasy books. I really enjoyed this Demons for breakfast! I love the Fmc (sorrel) I loved the witchy vibes of this book. Plus it a slow burn on top of it omg 🥵 . I’m going back to read the first book in the series! I Need more !!

[vampire•ink•drinker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a caffeinated joyride through demon infested San Francisco and I inhaled it like fresh coffee and bad decisions.

Sorrel Redwood is the dream heroine. Sweet, smart, tough, and capable of cussing someone out using only botanicals. When she yells flipping foxgloves, I knew she was my people.

Ranth, our cursed bracelet wizard, is a walking bouquet of green flags. Powerful without being toxic. Protective without being possessive. A rare magical man who deserves snacks and emotional stability.

The Scooby gang of friends stole my heart.
The demons were properly demony, the villains extra villainy, and the slow burn spice built like a perfectly tended greenhouse before blooming gloriously.

Only problem? That ending left me dangling like a daisy in a hurricane. I need a book two immediately!

Funny, feral, and wildly charming. Highly recommend!

[olivia marion · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Review
Release Date | 13 Mar 2026

"Turns out purple power is real." Purple power, indeed! From the moment I read about this one - witchy San Francisco, hedge magic, demon hunting, and a pesky ancient wizard love interest - I knew I had to get my hands on it! Sorrel is exactly my kinda lady: a badass hedge witch, self-taught Jill of all trades, with an amazing wardrobe and excellent choice of eyewear. Never mind the fact that she fights demons that pop out of portals and now has a pesky bit obviously achingly attractive ancient mage, Ranth, whose fate is tied to hers, both figuratively and literally.

This world gave me such flashbacks of the Bay Area I grew up in as a baby pagan, and Sorrel is who I'd imagine I would be quite like if I never left. Literally down to the pinkish tinted shades ala Lennon. There is such a lived in feel to the San Francisco of this story and I could picture every single scene. The use of nature magic and hedge witchery is so grounded and the magic system really nicely built in to the urban fantasy vibe.

A totally unintentional nostalgic read for me and it was so enjoyable. Every time I dipped in to another chapter, there I was, a witchy girl who loved going to the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and was obsessed with ancient history, never missed an episode of Charmed each week, and secretly hoped one day Stevie Nicks would be my fairy godmother. :p This was a really imaginative and unique story, a totally vibrant array of personalities and characters, and a really lovely read!

🙌 Thank you to @thenerdfam for the gifted eARC.

[Claressa Hallman · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 rounded up!

Bound to an ancient wizard after attempting to break a curse, the witch Sorrel finds herself in a less than ideal situation.  She must join forces with her friends to break the binding curse and return Ranth to his home before a demon is released that will put the future of humanity at risk.  The catch?  The death of one means the death of the other.  Will their combined powers be enough to stop the demon?  

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Flipping Foxgloves, this was a wild ride!  I loved all of the different representations of magic and the use of gems and herbs to amplify.  I liked the more ancient magic that Ranth possessed.  I really enjoyed the gradual understanding of modern magic by Ranth, but his adherence to his roots.  The barrier between languages, communication, the names of places and herbs, etc was true to the two different time periods represented, which I appreciated.  

I loved the friendships in the book.  Supporting, loving, accepting, and without judgement.  True ride or die friends which was beautifully portrayed.  

The characters were well developed and relatable.  Sorrel is strong, independent, and stubborn.  Her gradual acceptance of Ranth's magic and the belief they are stronger together was perfect.  Ranth was a fun MMC and he brought the right amount of charm to the role without overpowering the FMC and her friend group.  The friends were equally well developed and played important roles in the overall plot. 

I highly recommend Demons For Breakfast for those that enjoy...
🌶️ Mild Spice
🫶 Found Family
♥️ Slow-Burn Romance
✨ Witches
🧙‍♂️ Wizards
🤐 Secret Societies
😺 Animal Sidekicks
🤬 Creative Swearing (Holy Hellbore!)

Thank you J. Morgyn White for the opportunity to read this ARC and welcoming me onto your Street Team!  If you write it, I'll read it 🖤

[Rebecca Whaley · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was really good! the characters were a blast. The fmc is a witch that helps people around town and comes across this half naked magical guy and they both get attacked by demons. It's crazy and I had a lot of fun with it. They go through a lot in this and I was here for every minute of the chaos. the romance was good too. I really enjoyed it. They match very well and their banter is great. Definitely want to read more by this author.

[Tara_reads_romantasy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this one! Its been a while since I have read urban fantasy with witchy vibes and this was a great one to get me back in! There's a spell that doesnt allow swearing in the house and I enjoyed the different 'swear' words 😆 I love when spells use ingredients as well as intent. The characters were likeable and quirky! Thank you J Morgyn White and RRbooktours for this gifted copy!

[Autumn Osborne · Rating 5 out of 5]

The way I ate this up in two days, like omg this was so good. Due to this being fast paced, it kept my attention to the very end. It wasn't to fast to where I would get confused and it was easy to follow along. Sorrel was just the cutest with her flowery curse words and Ranth, omg 🥵. The ending had me bawling my eyes out. 😢 10/10 would recommend to anyone!

[Sarah Stafford · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a book with witchcraft, found family, a quest, a cute cat, and a lot of foxgloves. Sorrel has developed a new normal after her mom was taken and that all goes awry when Ranth literally attaches himself to her. We follow them on their quest to break the curse and return Ranth to where he belongs. I enjoyed the cozy vibes we got and the found family aspect. It would be fun to see more from Sorrel and Ranth and their lessons!

Open Door Romance (one scene)

[Linda (The Arizona Bookstagrammer) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you The Nerd Family @thenerdfam for the gifted eARC. #thenerdfam #demonsforbreakfast
“Demons for Breakfast” (Nightshade Hearts #2) by J. Morgyn White⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Genre: Urban Fantasy Romance. Location: San Francisco, California, USA.

Sorrel Redwood (24-yr-old commune-raised herb witch with silver hair and lavender-tinted shades) wants revenge against the demons who tore her mother from the world. Sorrell makes her living banishing spirits and brewing intention oils, and knows the dead don’t stay quiet. When a golden bracelet’s curse binds her to centuries-old, very sexy Ranth, Sorrel’s witch-for-hire gig turns into a war, full of demons and an ancient cult. And the curse means that if Ranth dies, she dies. With her alternative lifestyle crew of colorful free spirits, grumpy cat Antimony, and all her herbs, Sorrel must decide how much to sacrifice-and that means she may have to admit her self-taught skills might benefit from some training by a certain hot wizard.

Author White has written a dark, romantic, otherworldly book with a cynical witch and a cursed hero. Her characters are reluctant partners who have to deal with an enemies-to-lovers, forced-proximity, doomed-by-fate relationship. She locates their slow-burn romance in the middle of a race against time. Her message is the power of “found family”.
You’ll also find a map of San Francisco neighborhoods, a glossary (including flowery curse words!), and a creature compendium. If you’re a carnivore like me, be prepared. Main character Sorrell is passionately vegan-I really didn’t need to know that, while planning their attack on demons, they ate muffins made from almond flour with vegan cream cheese🤷🏼‍♀️ However, It may be about fighting demons, but there’s a sweet cottage core vibe running through it, and I enjoyed the book, so it’s ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from me 📚👩🏼‍🦳

[Theresa Goad · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing book and amazing story I loved it and was able to actually sit down and read it while dealing with ADHD

[The books this lady reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

thanks to @Nerdfam for letting me recieve this ebook for free. my opinions are my own

with out spoilers. this book was good as a whole but some places became repeatative.
there lots of life and death stuff. the main character is an herbalist as you can say but more witchcrafty . the book has great descriptions on how things work. theres an love story in the mix and lots of demon killing and portals . the ending makes you want more.

[Carly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you victory editing netgalley co-op for e arc copy of demons for breakfast

Flipping foxgloves 😂 I actually really enjoyed this I loved the witchy vibes and the slag for swear words, yes it was chaotic but I thought it was funny definitely a solid 4 stars

[pining.deciduous · Rating 4 out of 5]

Arc Review
Urban Romantasy 1pov 100% 4.3*
I really enjoyed this read. It had a cozy feel with witchy vibes 🌿 The world building and magic was very original without feeling overwhelming or above my head. There were a lot of characters to keep track of. Switching around the words with words for that world made things confusing at times. The author includes a glossary at the beginning of the book but I have a horrible memory and flipping back and forth is not ideal for me.

[Krista Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love when a book has the ability to both make me laugh, cry and kick my feet. Full of both emotional highs and lows, plenty of chaos and of course magic, this book had me on the edge of my seat, ready for whatever came next in the story!

You follow a FMC, Sorrel, with the coolest witchy vibes and the abilities to not only create potions and charms with her magic, but also see demons with her purple power and fight them off! When an attempt to save a women from a curse goes wrong, and Sorell ends up with the cursed bracelet attached to her instead, a handsome and powerful wizard named Ranth emerges and turns her life upside down. On the run from demons and the magical society that Ranth was a part of long ago, the pair must learn to work together to survive long enough to free themselves from one another!

This book hit me in the gut several times in the best way, and sometimes you just need a good cry. I loved the little family Sorrel has built around herself in her community, with friends who also have experience in her craft and like to meddle in her life but would also do anything they can to help her. Dealing with the emotions of loosing her mom and struggling to truly connect to anyone, I enjoyed how over time, her attraction and trust in Ranth slowly developed and ended up being a beautiful slow burning tension throughout the book. The world building has me wishing I could jump right in there and have my own herb garden that could allow me to make my own spells and kick butt against some demons. I also loved the use of other words instead of swear words, it made me giggle every time. Overall it was a great mix of magic set in the modern world with ties to cults and all powerful beings that made it an exciting urban fantasy romance! My rating 4.8/5!

Thanks to the author for the gifted eARC, all opinions given are my own!

[Ashley Jurczak · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just finished another ARC for March! ✨📚
Demons for Breakfast by J. Morgyn White was an absolute delight to read! 🖤🔮 The worldbuilding in this book was so unique—I loved how the author blended witchcraft, herbal magic, and modern technology in such a natural and immersive way. It created a setting that felt both cozy and magical at the same time. 🌿🪄💻
The characters were just as wonderful. Sorrel is such a fantastic FMC—clever, relatable, and completely charming. I especially loved the way she curses using herbs; it made me giggle every time! 🌿😂 Honestly, I just want to be her friend.
And her relationship with Ranth? Absolute perfection. 🖤 Their banter was top-tier, and the slow-burn tension between them was so satisfying to watch unfold. 🔥✨
⭐ 4/5 stars for me!
If you love cozy magic, herbal witch vibes, fun banter, and slow-burn romance, definitely add this one to your TBR!📚✨🌿

[Galatée · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such good vibes ! A action-packed charming urban fantasy / paranormal romance.
This book was not what I thought it would be but I was pleasantly surprised.
I loved the Charmed vibes of the main characters and the quirky found family she is surrounding herself with.
The writing style is unconventional and adds a lot to the atmosphere.

I was not sure about the romance, which was a bit too much « insta-love » since the story covers less than a week. It took time for me to feel invested.
And I found the portal mechanism a bit too repetitive.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and everyone involved for the ARC.

[Katrina · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was definitely lost reading this one. It has a lot of potential but I felt like the world building and descriptions to things that I should know were missing. I’m not sure if the words would be in the glossary once the book is fully ready, but I hope they’d all be included! I was also expecting more from the enemies to lovers and slow burn tropes but it just hasn’t hit for me. I so badly wanted to love this bc the blurb was so interesting, but I couldn’t get into it. As always, thank you to the nerd fam and the author for the arc!

[BookishKB]

🔮 Demons For Breakfast

Thank you to SCYON Press and NetGalley for the advanced copy. I’ll be sharing my full review closer to publication date.

📅 Pub Date: March 13, 2026

[Stephanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

3⭐️ ┇ Bookstagram ┇ BookTok

This book was a lot—in both the best and most overwhelming ways. I absolutely loved the witchy vibes; it gave me strong Charmed energy, which is always a win for me. Sorrel, the FMC, is a total badass demon-hunting witch, and I adored her from the start. Our MMC Ranth, is cursed and needs help to return to where he came from. Their banter? So good. And while this is a very slow burn, the payoff is incredibly satisfying.

That said, I did find myself feeling a bit lost at times. There’s a ton of detail—herbs, spells, demons, and Ranth’s past—and it can feel overwhelming. It’s actually why it took me a while to finish; I needed to take breaks to process everything.

But that ending? Absolutely worth it. I flew through the last 80 pages and couldn’t put it down.

‎‧₊˚✧𝓦𝓱𝓪𝓽 𝓽𝓸 𝓮𝔁𝓹𝓮𝓬𝓽✧˚₊‧

➳❥ Urban Paranormal Fastasy
➳❥ Cursed MMC
➳❥ Witch FMC
➳❥ Found Family
➳❥ Forced Proximity
➳❥ Reluctant Allies
➳❥ Slow Burn

ˏˋ°•*⁀➷ 𝓕𝓪𝓿 𝓠𝓾𝓸𝓽𝓮𝓼

“I would tear the planes apart and drag down the stars to spare this pain.”

“Is one night of knowing someone from the inside out better than now knowing them at all?”

“Tonight, here with you, there is no other world. Let me be your world.”

“I like the sound you make when you see the stars.”

“Minute things can cause momentous change.”

[d_uhreads · Rating 4 out of 5]

“I’m not ashamed of trying to keep you safe. You mean more to me than wrong choices. You all do.”

Cults, demons, and bound to a devilish wizard....just a normal Friday.

There is so much to adore about this book. I love a Urban Fantasy and especially since it was set in San Francisco. I used to live very close to San Fran and can confirm, definitely filled with demons!

I gobbled up book 1 and book 2 absolutely lives up to the hype. I really enjoy this authors writing and the world she created! She is definitely an author that should be on your radars!

[Angela L · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where to start! This book was just so much fun. All the fun "curse" words and overall vibes just really made me smile. I love all things witchy and this one was so much more in depth than, this character is a witch etc. We got to see insider her spells and everything. I also loved the MMC. Dreamy to say the least. The author just has a way with story telling that really brought me in and make me hooked. I can't wait to read more from her! 💜💜

[Alisha Self · Rating 4 out of 5]

**Netgalley review** Demons for Breakfast by J. Morgan White is an exciting story full of twists that keeps me on edge. The female main character, Sorrell, is strong, independent, and skilled at fighting demons, but she learns to rely on the male main character, Ranth, as the story progresses. Their growing trust adds depth to the story and makes the plot more engaging. The ending left me wanting more!

[Brittany Hawkes · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm sorry to the author if this review is too harsh, but I'm being completely honest here. The premise of this book was intriguing. Demons and witches and spells. Very fantasy. But the writing is throwing me off, it writes like a millennial trying to get with the times, or is their first book they've ever written. Writes like how they think and slightly childish. Adds in details that weren't necessary, and then details that should have been made, weren't and made it a little confusing, like I missed something. I think there should have been more of a world building, and it was so close, but just out of reach. I wanted to like this book because it has everything that I like, and the characters themselves were very interesting. The world it was set was modern with a touch of whimsical, that I wish the author went into more depth with. All in all, it was decent, but just not for me personally

[Vampyre · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would like to thank the author, J. Morgyn White, and The Nerd Fam for accepting me on the review team for Demons for Breakfast!

I am going to be completely honest, like always, but I did not think I was going to like this book at all. Rarely am I proven wrong. And in this case, I couldn’t have been proven more wrong! I absolutely loved everything single page of this book! So let’s get into it…

First thing I want to talk about is the artwork. From the cover art, to the beautiful illustrations inside, to the cute demon graphics, and even the snake block images at the end of each chapter, this book is more than a book, it’s a literal piece of art! Filled with kitschy demons, vampire kitty crop top, and witchy botanical ingredients…I wished there had been more illustrations featuring other characters as well. Especially the Serpent!

Story-wise, this was an extremely fast-paced read. It’s one that you truly want to read in one sitting. Not to be bothered by anyone or anything! Drop your obligations at the door, and fully immerse yourself in this story.

While I am a traditional horror fan, blood and guts and all that, I would consider this one horror-lite. If you aren’t a traditional horror fan, you have nothing to fear (pun fully intended), because this reads more like a high fantasy novel. I don’t typically read those either so I don’t have any books I can compare it with, but I would say this is great for fans of Charmed, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and The Magicians (I guess that is a book series after all…I just haven’t read them yet!).

Would I recommend this book? Yes, a thousand times yes! To anyone and everyone. And if you like spice, there’s even a tad in there for you, too!

Memorable quotes:
“His voice had faded into a whisper, stroking me in places only feelings can touch.”

“Houses could be fixed, and things could be replaced, but friends, family, and cats were forever.”

“I intend to go into battle with a bra and panties on.”

[Ana Annie Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

A Cozy Urban Fantasy with Witchy vibes. This was a fun and cozy read. I enjoyed the story, the friendships, strong female lead, secretive MMC, and the wittiness. It did have me confused with the over described spells, rituals, herbs, and demons popping out of nowhere. I would have liked a bit more connection between the characters and less focus on herbalism terms. The mystery aspect had me turning the page and wanting to know what was to come. This is more mystery drive than romance. If you enjoy chaotic, cozy, witchy urban fantasy, this will be your jam.

Thank you to The Nerd Fam for this gifted eARC
#demonsforbreakfast #thenerdfam

[Natasha Tasi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is definitely one of my top 3 favorite reads of the year so far!

J. MORGYN WHITE did her thang with this!!
I could not get enough of the herbalism in this story! So very beautiful to imagine & so very much fun!
The pace of this story was such a bonus. I wanted to read faster yet didn't want it to be over at all!
The moment Ranth was introduced I fell in love with him! His nonchalant attitude made me smile the whole way. He allowed Sorrell to be herself yet continued to guide her as much as she would allow lol!!!!
The witchy, wizard vibes had me from the beginning, it's one of my favorite genres to read! The details of the herbs, how they were obtaining some of them, the creating of their circles, and spells was just extremely captivating!
I'll be honest I just loved everything about this book!
The twists & way she wrote about the garden was so unique and so very original...I really can't put into words how well written this is!

Thank you to the Nerd Fam & to the Author, J. Morgyn White for letting me ARC read this gem!

I highly recommend this book to anyone!
You will smile ao much while reading it!
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