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Charmed Away Temp Agency #6
The Demon's Attendant
Wash was getting seriously tired of upper management trying to butt into his personal life. He didn't have a problem with his work-life balance… that they could prove anyway. So when they send in a new temp to assist the research floor, he’s determined to ignore them. Except, they just happened to send the sweetest temp known to all species, who plies him with sweets and pretty smiles, and for some reason, that temp won’t take the hint that he doesn’t need help. He seems sincere enough. There shouldn’t be a reason not to explore things a little, as long as upper management didn’t find out. Right?
Peri never thought he’d meet his match while on a temp assignment. The grumpy demon from research was handsome, smart, protective, and in serious need of a vacation. When Taron asks for help getting Wash to relax, Peri leaps at the chance to spend more time with the demon. It wouldn’t hurt anyone to have a little back up when claiming his man. Right?
Wash doesn’t need help, Taron thinks he doth protest too much, Peri’s smile can win over even the grumpiest demons, dreams become reality in the spiciest of ways, Peri has needs, Wash is going to help, Peri is the perfect Taron buffer, who’s ready for a corporate retreat?, there will be shenanigans, Peri is happy to play along, Wash will complain, Peri knows how to get Wash to participate, wink wink, honesty is key in every relationship, guaranteed HEA
Peri never thought he’d meet his match while on a temp assignment. The grumpy demon from research was handsome, smart, protective, and in serious need of a vacation. When Taron asks for help getting Wash to relax, Peri leaps at the chance to spend more time with the demon. It wouldn’t hurt anyone to have a little back up when claiming his man. Right?
Wash doesn’t need help, Taron thinks he doth protest too much, Peri’s smile can win over even the grumpiest demons, dreams become reality in the spiciest of ways, Peri has needs, Wash is going to help, Peri is the perfect Taron buffer, who’s ready for a corporate retreat?, there will be shenanigans, Peri is happy to play along, Wash will complain, Peri knows how to get Wash to participate, wink wink, honesty is key in every relationship, guaranteed HEA
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Published February 3, 2026
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February 18, 2026
my favorite trope: grumpy + adorable. this might be my favorite of the series
March 11, 2026
It was cute.
I really enjoy this world.
I really enjoy this world.
January 25, 2026
- series
- grumpy/sunshine
- found family
- fated mates
I absolutely love this series. Each can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend the series because each book is a delight to read. I'm a total sucker for grumpy/sunshine, and add in a dash of fated mates and I'm so there. Nobody is more sunshine than Peri, the fairy is sunshine personified and Wash is the titular demon, a grumpy workaholic who trusts nobody. Peri is honestly adorable and I am not surprised that Wash couldn't resist him, I don't think anyone could.
While this story is certainly Wash and Peri's road to their HEA, it's also about found family and reconnecting with the family you were born with. Wash and Elijah's story was hinted at in Elijah's book but I was more than happy to see it all resolved here. I loved the cameos from the other couples in the series too, they were all neatly fitted in and never felt shoe horned into the story. This is HIGH heat ♨️, these two are absolute fire together and it fitted for them. I was glad the little angst there is was resolved quickly and beautifully leading to a lovely ending and very satisfying HEA.
There's a little teaser that there might be more and if so, I am down for that. I love this series and would be more than happy to step back into the Charmed Away world. Highly recommended.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
- grumpy/sunshine
- found family
- fated mates
I absolutely love this series. Each can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend the series because each book is a delight to read. I'm a total sucker for grumpy/sunshine, and add in a dash of fated mates and I'm so there. Nobody is more sunshine than Peri, the fairy is sunshine personified and Wash is the titular demon, a grumpy workaholic who trusts nobody. Peri is honestly adorable and I am not surprised that Wash couldn't resist him, I don't think anyone could.
While this story is certainly Wash and Peri's road to their HEA, it's also about found family and reconnecting with the family you were born with. Wash and Elijah's story was hinted at in Elijah's book but I was more than happy to see it all resolved here. I loved the cameos from the other couples in the series too, they were all neatly fitted in and never felt shoe horned into the story. This is HIGH heat ♨️, these two are absolute fire together and it fitted for them. I was glad the little angst there is was resolved quickly and beautifully leading to a lovely ending and very satisfying HEA.
There's a little teaser that there might be more and if so, I am down for that. I love this series and would be more than happy to step back into the Charmed Away world. Highly recommended.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
February 7, 2026
Absolutely delightful! This is my favourite of this series (so far) I love a grumpy/sunshine trope and Perri and Wash were so good for each other, they made my teeth ache from sweetness. I loved the easy premise, each of the characters had their hold backs, but it wasn’t overwhelming. There was lightness in this book and so much joy and positivity. I liked all cameos from previous books, there was good found family vibe.
March 15, 2026
(2.75/5) To be honest, I don’t understand why I practically flew through this book in two point five seconds, when I couldn’t finish the last book in this series for the life of me. I’ve no idea what’s going on, but oh well.
To be honest, though, I can’t say I loved this book. The characters were cute, the plot was perfectly fine, but it didn’t really spark any strong feelings in me. The books in this series are all just so similar.
To be honest, though, I can’t say I loved this book. The characters were cute, the plot was perfectly fine, but it didn’t really spark any strong feelings in me. The books in this series are all just so similar.
February 3, 2026
I looved it so much. Peri and Wash were so cute. And all the cameos, Elijah and Wash, the retreat 😂❤️, the ceremony... My fav series by this author so far... 🥰❤️
But my favorite volume is and remains the fifth with Elijah and Alistair 🙃❤️
But my favorite volume is and remains the fifth with Elijah and Alistair 🙃❤️
May 7, 2026
This book was so cute and wholesome, I could cry 🥹🥹🥹
January 20, 2026
Grumpy/ sunshine pairings are my favourite and these two embodied those roles 100%. Peri is just a giant ball of sunshine whose mission in life is to make everyone around him happy in the sweetest way possible. Wash has been hurt and rejected soo much that hes locked himself away from everyone. Peri is the perfect person to get wash out of his shell and living again. I just love the cuteness of these two and really enjoyed their story. I love this series and recommend reading the whole series in order to enjoy the story more but they can be read on their own. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 6, 2026
Too much time was spend on Taron and that stupid corporate retreat.
I liked Peri but after a while it was too much. And we get it, Wash is a grump, God 🙄😒
I liked Peri but after a while it was too much. And we get it, Wash is a grump, God 🙄😒
February 21, 2026
3.5 stars, rounding up for lovely finale. Mates (kind of fated?), hurt-comfort, grumpy sunshine.
Another entertaining read in the Charmed Away Temp Agency series, featuring grumpy demon Wash (DON’T call him Hugo…) and charming fairy Periwinkle, aka Peri.
Sunshine and rainbows and delicious baked goods Peri is the temp this time, sent by the agency to fill in all over the Spellbound Company to see if any job suits him best. And his first stint is in research, where the sight of Wash has him tingling and wanting to get to know the workaholic grump. Because something about the stocky demon fascinates him and makes him want to know more…and so, when one of the CEOs asks him to try to draw out Wash and make sure he doesn’t keep working too hard (burnout can be dangerous for supes…), Peri leaps at the chance and puts all his tiny mighty focus on supporting Wash and getting him interacting with others. And, Peri would not be too sad if Wash wound up in his arms, either…
Wash is estranged from his brother (last book MC Elijah, the telepath) and thinks he has no friends, rejecting CEO Taron’s efforts to be his friend, not listening to anyone telling him to go home on time, holing up in his office to invent things to make life easier and better for supernaturals.
Peri pretty much knocks his socks off from day one by showing up with a cupcake and a smile, so earnest and endearing Wash can’t help but join him for lunch, accept the treats he bakes, and…maybe…come home with him….whoops!
They’re super cute together! Their personalities complement each other, Peri bright and lively and interested in everyone, Wash focused on his work alone, but gloomy yet intrigued, charmed against his will, reluctantly drawn to Peri and putting up with interacting with others just to be near him. and when circumstances lead to a little office sex...things really take off.
Peri has an incredibly high libido, one previous lovers couldn’t ultimately satisfy (which, yeah, we had to hear about ad nauseum, including several times in the moment when it detracted from these two being intimate…I ask you…WHY do that? It could have been clear at any other time and not mentioned again, seriously, I understood just fine the first time. Repeating it—and during intimacy! 🤬—was like hearing a record scratch over and over and OVER and made Wash/Peri’s several initial times together feel ordinary and just like every other person Peri had ever been with. Just…NO. Please STOP THAT).
Wash can keep up with Peri just fine, thank you (and eventually things did wind up feeling special, but, at first it was like…yeah yeah this is great. Just like it was with everyone else. 🙄)
But the part I loved most about this story, apart from Peri being seriously adorable and so great for Wash, was seeing Wash evolve around his troubled relationship with Elijah, and what went wrong between these two brothers who went from best friends as boys to barely talking as teens and then adults. It was so sad how Wash assumed Eli wanted distance and Eli assumed Wash stopped liking him, and it actually made sense that Wash thought keeping distance from Eli was respecting what Eli had demanded of him oh, so long ago.
Peri’s tears at seeing how they both were hurting had me near tears. Something about Peri crying got me every time.
Hey, it was a lot of strong hurt-comfort, and falling in love.
And the way the mate-element is revealed in this one is especially lovely and charming and very special! Loved it.
The author glossed over Wash’s situation with his (and Elijah’s) parents, which is murky and unfortunately never resolved, and I don’t remember much about Peri’s either, but, his cousin and family are part of the journey at the end and they are fun. Most secondary characters are the folks who work at Spellbound, including all the previous heroes, but it never felt overwhelming. I have read many of the previous books though, so, might be a lot of SCs to throw at a new-to-the-series reader.
HEA, grumpy-sunshine, hurt-comfort, demon-fairy, co-workers/temp. No OM action or drama, but, WAY too much info on Peri’s sex life at baffling wrong moments. But safe enough for me. Recommended, as is this series!
Another entertaining read in the Charmed Away Temp Agency series, featuring grumpy demon Wash (DON’T call him Hugo…) and charming fairy Periwinkle, aka Peri.
Sunshine and rainbows and delicious baked goods Peri is the temp this time, sent by the agency to fill in all over the Spellbound Company to see if any job suits him best. And his first stint is in research, where the sight of Wash has him tingling and wanting to get to know the workaholic grump. Because something about the stocky demon fascinates him and makes him want to know more…and so, when one of the CEOs asks him to try to draw out Wash and make sure he doesn’t keep working too hard (burnout can be dangerous for supes…), Peri leaps at the chance and puts all his tiny mighty focus on supporting Wash and getting him interacting with others. And, Peri would not be too sad if Wash wound up in his arms, either…
Wash is estranged from his brother (last book MC Elijah, the telepath) and thinks he has no friends, rejecting CEO Taron’s efforts to be his friend, not listening to anyone telling him to go home on time, holing up in his office to invent things to make life easier and better for supernaturals.
Peri pretty much knocks his socks off from day one by showing up with a cupcake and a smile, so earnest and endearing Wash can’t help but join him for lunch, accept the treats he bakes, and…maybe…come home with him….whoops!
They’re super cute together! Their personalities complement each other, Peri bright and lively and interested in everyone, Wash focused on his work alone, but gloomy yet intrigued, charmed against his will, reluctantly drawn to Peri and putting up with interacting with others just to be near him. and when circumstances lead to a little office sex...things really take off.
Peri has an incredibly high libido, one previous lovers couldn’t ultimately satisfy (which, yeah, we had to hear about ad nauseum, including several times in the moment when it detracted from these two being intimate…I ask you…WHY do that? It could have been clear at any other time and not mentioned again, seriously, I understood just fine the first time. Repeating it—and during intimacy! 🤬—was like hearing a record scratch over and over and OVER and made Wash/Peri’s several initial times together feel ordinary and just like every other person Peri had ever been with. Just…NO. Please STOP THAT).
Wash can keep up with Peri just fine, thank you (and eventually things did wind up feeling special, but, at first it was like…yeah yeah this is great. Just like it was with everyone else. 🙄)
But the part I loved most about this story, apart from Peri being seriously adorable and so great for Wash, was seeing Wash evolve around his troubled relationship with Elijah, and what went wrong between these two brothers who went from best friends as boys to barely talking as teens and then adults. It was so sad how Wash assumed Eli wanted distance and Eli assumed Wash stopped liking him, and it actually made sense that Wash thought keeping distance from Eli was respecting what Eli had demanded of him oh, so long ago.
Peri’s tears at seeing how they both were hurting had me near tears. Something about Peri crying got me every time.
Hey, it was a lot of strong hurt-comfort, and falling in love.
And the way the mate-element is revealed in this one is especially lovely and charming and very special! Loved it.
The author glossed over Wash’s situation with his (and Elijah’s) parents, which is murky and unfortunately never resolved, and I don’t remember much about Peri’s either, but, his cousin and family are part of the journey at the end and they are fun. Most secondary characters are the folks who work at Spellbound, including all the previous heroes, but it never felt overwhelming. I have read many of the previous books though, so, might be a lot of SCs to throw at a new-to-the-series reader.
HEA, grumpy-sunshine, hurt-comfort, demon-fairy, co-workers/temp. No OM action or drama, but, WAY too much info on Peri’s sex life at baffling wrong moments. But safe enough for me. Recommended, as is this series!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Here's Amy Padilla's "The Demon's Attendant" is the sixth novel in her latest series, Charmed Away Temp Agency.
["Wash was getting seriously tired of upper management trying to butt into his personal life. He didn't have a problem with his work-life balance… that they could prove anyway. So when they send in a new temp to assist the research floor, he’s determined to ignore them. Except, they just happened to send the sweetest temp known to all species, who plies him with sweets and pretty smiles, and for some reason, that temp won’t take the hint that he doesn’t need help. He seems sincere enough. There shouldn’t be a reason not to explore things a little, as long as upper management didn’t find out. Right?
Peri never thought he’d meet his match while on a temp assignment. The grumpy demon from research was handsome, smart, protective, and in serious need of a vacation. When Taron asks for help getting Wash to relax, Peri leaps at the chance to spend more time with the demon. It wouldn’t hurt anyone to have a little back up when claiming his man. Right?"]
And the official tags (because they're the best): ["Wash doesn’t need help, Taron thinks he doth protest too much, Peri’s smile can win over even the grumpiest demons, dreams become reality in the spiciest of ways, Peri has needs, Wash is going to help, Peri is the perfect Taron buffer, who’s ready for a corporate retreat?, there will be shenanigans, Peri is happy to play along, Wash will complain, Peri knows how to get Wash to participate, wink wink, honesty is key in every relationship, guaranteed HEA"]
I looooved these two. They were opposites attract, but it was instant chemistry, instant attraction. It was beautiful.
They took care of each other, listened to each other, protected each other. They made each other stronger. They made each other better.
Plus all of the cameos and old couples coming back!? The retreat idea was a brilliant way to capture our love of the entire series in an easy and fun way.
#theincubssassistant #thedragonsaide #theshapeshifterssecretary #thevampiresreceptionist #thetelephathstemp #thdemonsattendant#charmedaway #charmedawayseries #charmedawaytempagency #charmedawaytempagencyseries #amypadilla #books #queerbooks #queererotica #bodicerippers #bookstagram #bookphotography #ilovebooks
["Wash was getting seriously tired of upper management trying to butt into his personal life. He didn't have a problem with his work-life balance… that they could prove anyway. So when they send in a new temp to assist the research floor, he’s determined to ignore them. Except, they just happened to send the sweetest temp known to all species, who plies him with sweets and pretty smiles, and for some reason, that temp won’t take the hint that he doesn’t need help. He seems sincere enough. There shouldn’t be a reason not to explore things a little, as long as upper management didn’t find out. Right?
Peri never thought he’d meet his match while on a temp assignment. The grumpy demon from research was handsome, smart, protective, and in serious need of a vacation. When Taron asks for help getting Wash to relax, Peri leaps at the chance to spend more time with the demon. It wouldn’t hurt anyone to have a little back up when claiming his man. Right?"]
And the official tags (because they're the best): ["Wash doesn’t need help, Taron thinks he doth protest too much, Peri’s smile can win over even the grumpiest demons, dreams become reality in the spiciest of ways, Peri has needs, Wash is going to help, Peri is the perfect Taron buffer, who’s ready for a corporate retreat?, there will be shenanigans, Peri is happy to play along, Wash will complain, Peri knows how to get Wash to participate, wink wink, honesty is key in every relationship, guaranteed HEA"]
I looooved these two. They were opposites attract, but it was instant chemistry, instant attraction. It was beautiful.
They took care of each other, listened to each other, protected each other. They made each other stronger. They made each other better.
Plus all of the cameos and old couples coming back!? The retreat idea was a brilliant way to capture our love of the entire series in an easy and fun way.
#theincubssassistant #thedragonsaide #theshapeshifterssecretary #thevampiresreceptionist #thetelephathstemp #thdemonsattendant#charmedaway #charmedawayseries #charmedawaytempagency #charmedawaytempagencyseries #amypadilla #books #queerbooks #queererotica #bodicerippers #bookstagram #bookphotography #ilovebooks
February 17, 2026
I'm such a huge fan of Amy Padilla's Charmed Away Temp Agency series, and with each new book it only gets better. In b/Book 6, The Demon's Attendant, we get to learn more about the head of research at Spellbound, Wash, who we've briefly seen in previous books. He's the twin brother of the telepath Elijah's, who we've met in the previous book The Telepath's Associate. Although not close, they still care very much for each other, which comes up later on in the book.
Then we have the sweet and adorable, forever baking fairy, Periwinkle aka Peri! He is a temp for the Charmed Away Temp Agency and enjoys working in different jobs, not knowing what he wants to do in life. In the mean time he loves making sweet treats because he knows it makes people happy! When he's sent to Spellbound to help Wash, he immediately feels a connection to him, but the curmudgeon tries to ignore the adorable sunshine with wings.
The more Wash pushes Peri away, the more Peri tries to make him like him. While Wash is used to his messy office, Peri happily organizes it. Wash skips meals and works over time often, but Peri makes sure he eats and that he isn't overworked. No one's ever really taken care of Wash before and it's refreshing. Now he feels overprotective of his fairy. Because that's how he looks at Peri now, as his!
A lot of workplace rendezvous and more bakes goods, others begin to notice a change in Wash. But of course misunderstandings and misconstrued intentions leads the new couple to part. Yet, without each other, they are miserable. Perhaps they're fated mates? There's only one way to find out! That's one of my favorite parts of the series, everyone finds their happily ever after and then you find out they're meant to be! But a demon and a fairy? They do say opposites attract!
Then we have the sweet and adorable, forever baking fairy, Periwinkle aka Peri! He is a temp for the Charmed Away Temp Agency and enjoys working in different jobs, not knowing what he wants to do in life. In the mean time he loves making sweet treats because he knows it makes people happy! When he's sent to Spellbound to help Wash, he immediately feels a connection to him, but the curmudgeon tries to ignore the adorable sunshine with wings.
The more Wash pushes Peri away, the more Peri tries to make him like him. While Wash is used to his messy office, Peri happily organizes it. Wash skips meals and works over time often, but Peri makes sure he eats and that he isn't overworked. No one's ever really taken care of Wash before and it's refreshing. Now he feels overprotective of his fairy. Because that's how he looks at Peri now, as his!
A lot of workplace rendezvous and more bakes goods, others begin to notice a change in Wash. But of course misunderstandings and misconstrued intentions leads the new couple to part. Yet, without each other, they are miserable. Perhaps they're fated mates? There's only one way to find out! That's one of my favorite parts of the series, everyone finds their happily ever after and then you find out they're meant to be! But a demon and a fairy? They do say opposites attract!
March 11, 2026
In The Demon’s Attendant, Wash begins the story convinced he has his life perfectly under control. As a demon working on the research floor, he prides himself on his independence and dedication to his work, even if upper management believes he might benefit from a little more balance. When a new temp is assigned to assist him, Wash fully intends to ignore the arrangement and continue operating as he always has. That plan quickly falls apart when he meets Peri, whose warmth, kindness, and endless supply of sweets make him impossible to dismiss.
Peri’s personality brings a completely different energy into Wash’s carefully structured world. He is optimistic, attentive, and surprisingly determined when he sets his mind on something, especially when that something involves helping the grumpy demon relax. Wash initially resists the attention, convinced that he does not need assistance or companionship. However, Peri’s genuine sincerity and easy affection begin to break down those walls. Themes of work life balance, emotional honesty, and learning to accept care from others shape the heart of their relationship. Watching Wash slowly soften while Peri confidently pursues the connection he wants creates a wonderfully engaging dynamic.
The writing embraces humor and workplace chaos while building a romance that feels warm and playful. The corporate setting provides plenty of opportunities for comedic situations, especially as friends and coworkers inevitably get involved in Wash’s attempts to maintain his grumpy composure. Peri’s bright personality acts as the perfect counterweight to Wash’s stubborn independence, making every interaction lively and entertaining. The Demon’s Attendant ends up being a charming story about letting go of rigid routines and discovering that sometimes the best relationships arrive when you stop trying so hard to avoid them.
Peri’s personality brings a completely different energy into Wash’s carefully structured world. He is optimistic, attentive, and surprisingly determined when he sets his mind on something, especially when that something involves helping the grumpy demon relax. Wash initially resists the attention, convinced that he does not need assistance or companionship. However, Peri’s genuine sincerity and easy affection begin to break down those walls. Themes of work life balance, emotional honesty, and learning to accept care from others shape the heart of their relationship. Watching Wash slowly soften while Peri confidently pursues the connection he wants creates a wonderfully engaging dynamic.
The writing embraces humor and workplace chaos while building a romance that feels warm and playful. The corporate setting provides plenty of opportunities for comedic situations, especially as friends and coworkers inevitably get involved in Wash’s attempts to maintain his grumpy composure. Peri’s bright personality acts as the perfect counterweight to Wash’s stubborn independence, making every interaction lively and entertaining. The Demon’s Attendant ends up being a charming story about letting go of rigid routines and discovering that sometimes the best relationships arrive when you stop trying so hard to avoid them.
February 5, 2026
Wash is fed up with upper management meddling in his personal life, so when they send a new temp to “assist” him, he’s determined to ignore the intrusion. But Peri — sweet, sunny, and armed with irresistible smiles and snacks — refuses to be ignored. Despite Wash’s grumpy resistance, Peri keeps showing up, genuinely wanting to help. Peri never expected to meet his match on a temp assignment, but the overworked, overprotective demon quickly steals his attention. When Taron asks Peri to help Wash relax, he jumps at the chance — and maybe at the chance to claim the demon he’s already falling for. A grumpy‑meets‑sweet romance full of workplace chaos, meddling friends, and two men who can’t seem to stay away from each other.
Wash and Peri are the perfect study in contrasts — and that’s exactly what makes their romance so irresistible. Wash is all grumpy edges, overworked intensity, and stubborn independence, while Peri is sunshine in humanoid form, armed with sweets, warmth, and a determination to help whether Wash wants it or not. Watching those two energies collide and then settle into something tender is pure joy. Their differences don’t push them apart; they balance each other beautifully. Peri brings lightness into Wash’s life just when he needs it most, and Wash gives Peri the grounding and devotion he’s been craving. Together, they feel like two puzzle pieces that were always meant to click. A charming, funny, and heartfelt addition to the series — and a reminder that sometimes the person who seems all wrong for you ends up being exactly right. This was an MM story with mature content.
Wash and Peri are the perfect study in contrasts — and that’s exactly what makes their romance so irresistible. Wash is all grumpy edges, overworked intensity, and stubborn independence, while Peri is sunshine in humanoid form, armed with sweets, warmth, and a determination to help whether Wash wants it or not. Watching those two energies collide and then settle into something tender is pure joy. Their differences don’t push them apart; they balance each other beautifully. Peri brings lightness into Wash’s life just when he needs it most, and Wash gives Peri the grounding and devotion he’s been craving. Together, they feel like two puzzle pieces that were always meant to click. A charming, funny, and heartfelt addition to the series — and a reminder that sometimes the person who seems all wrong for you ends up being exactly right. This was an MM story with mature content.
February 9, 2026
Peri and Wash were so cute together!
I really enjoyed this! I feel like the last two books have gotten back (at least for the most part) to all the things that I loved about the first book - awesome characters, interesting office romances and supportive friends and family/found family. The only thing I'd still say I'm not 100% on board with is that there's a tendency to assume the worst and go straight to aggression/chastising without actually knowing what's happening. It only happened once in this book and I'm glad for that because Wash might be a grump but he is not a bully. There was a third act break-up that was the result of overhearing something/assuming the worst but it actually made complete sense given the plot (and was an effective tool to help with another plot point). I'm not always a fan of third act break-ups as they often feel contrived; however, this really worked and made sense in terms of the story as a whole. Wash had a lot of really long-standing trauma in terms of betrayal/abandonment/rejection/bullying and he needed to be able to work through some of that to be able to have a truly open and strong relationship with Peri. Peri is a total sweetheart and I love that he adores Taron just as he is (Taron is my baby and I am still angry about how he has been treated). The openness and joy that Peri embodies was a great match to Wash's more reserved and slightly cynical view of people. I'm really glad that we're getting to see the characters (at least for the most part) actually come together to support each other and build up the amazing found family they have. I'm looking forward to whatever is next!
I really enjoyed this! I feel like the last two books have gotten back (at least for the most part) to all the things that I loved about the first book - awesome characters, interesting office romances and supportive friends and family/found family. The only thing I'd still say I'm not 100% on board with is that there's a tendency to assume the worst and go straight to aggression/chastising without actually knowing what's happening. It only happened once in this book and I'm glad for that because Wash might be a grump but he is not a bully. There was a third act break-up that was the result of overhearing something/assuming the worst but it actually made complete sense given the plot (and was an effective tool to help with another plot point). I'm not always a fan of third act break-ups as they often feel contrived; however, this really worked and made sense in terms of the story as a whole. Wash had a lot of really long-standing trauma in terms of betrayal/abandonment/rejection/bullying and he needed to be able to work through some of that to be able to have a truly open and strong relationship with Peri. Peri is a total sweetheart and I love that he adores Taron just as he is (Taron is my baby and I am still angry about how he has been treated). The openness and joy that Peri embodies was a great match to Wash's more reserved and slightly cynical view of people. I'm really glad that we're getting to see the characters (at least for the most part) actually come together to support each other and build up the amazing found family they have. I'm looking forward to whatever is next!
February 3, 2026
The best of the series, just!
I've adored all the books in this series and now, we get Peri and Wash who are just wonderfully gorgeous. This truly is a grumpy/sunshine, hurt/comfort story that made me beam.
Peri is a bundle of joy, rainbows and love, completely adorable and absolutely charming, and a sensitive soul too. Wash is a workaholic with nothing in his life, apart from an estranged brother and now, an unexpected fascination with the new temp, a little fairy that bewitches him.
Seeing Peri charm everyone just by being himself, and watching him fall in love with Wash, was such a lovely read but Wash's transformation was even more rewarding. He couldn't help but come out of his shell, smiling at his social butterfly fairy whose delight in everything was contagious. Just seeing Peri happy made Wash happy.
There is quite a bit of interaction with all the familiar faces from the previous books, and it was great to see them all again. They all feel like family now, to each other and to me. I love a good found family story.
Each romance in this series was so good but Peri really lit up the pages, and he and Wash were the steamiest couple of all. Their bond ran so deep and I loved how Amy chose to represent their status as mates in a unique, and perfectly suited to them, way.
I don't know if this is the end of the series but the last couple of pages of the epilogue was intriguing. Can't wait to see where that leads.
I've adored all the books in this series and now, we get Peri and Wash who are just wonderfully gorgeous. This truly is a grumpy/sunshine, hurt/comfort story that made me beam.
Peri is a bundle of joy, rainbows and love, completely adorable and absolutely charming, and a sensitive soul too. Wash is a workaholic with nothing in his life, apart from an estranged brother and now, an unexpected fascination with the new temp, a little fairy that bewitches him.
Seeing Peri charm everyone just by being himself, and watching him fall in love with Wash, was such a lovely read but Wash's transformation was even more rewarding. He couldn't help but come out of his shell, smiling at his social butterfly fairy whose delight in everything was contagious. Just seeing Peri happy made Wash happy.
There is quite a bit of interaction with all the familiar faces from the previous books, and it was great to see them all again. They all feel like family now, to each other and to me. I love a good found family story.
Each romance in this series was so good but Peri really lit up the pages, and he and Wash were the steamiest couple of all. Their bond ran so deep and I loved how Amy chose to represent their status as mates in a unique, and perfectly suited to them, way.
I don't know if this is the end of the series but the last couple of pages of the epilogue was intriguing. Can't wait to see where that leads.
February 8, 2026
Is this it? Is this the last Charmed Away Temp Agency?
Hugo/Wash has intrigued me for awhile now. I can’t remember when he first appeared, maybe Taron’s book? Wash is a grumpy demon, he’s a twin, and he’s quite the introvert. He always stood out among the friends as a part but not quite a part of the group. For me, I wondered what made him the demon he is? Especially after reading Elijah’s story. So much miscommunication!
Peri is the perfect match for Wash. He is sunshine personified. As a member of Charmed Away, he immediately fits into the group. He is friendly and really extroverted. When he meets Wash, Peri just knows he’s the demon for him.
Oh, I just loved this story!! Grumpy/sunshine is my most favorite type of storyline with found family being just behind. That’s what I have loved most about this series. Ozen and Taron created their own family with the company and all of their friends. Wash needed that family to support him even when he didn’t realize that they did. With Peri and Wash, their mating was just there from the start. This book tied up the twins story so well. I didn’t know how much I even needed them to figure out their miscommunication until they did. It made me feel so good. I never want a series to end, but if this is the end it ends on the highest note ever. Even with the stranger at the end!
Hugo/Wash has intrigued me for awhile now. I can’t remember when he first appeared, maybe Taron’s book? Wash is a grumpy demon, he’s a twin, and he’s quite the introvert. He always stood out among the friends as a part but not quite a part of the group. For me, I wondered what made him the demon he is? Especially after reading Elijah’s story. So much miscommunication!
Peri is the perfect match for Wash. He is sunshine personified. As a member of Charmed Away, he immediately fits into the group. He is friendly and really extroverted. When he meets Wash, Peri just knows he’s the demon for him.
Oh, I just loved this story!! Grumpy/sunshine is my most favorite type of storyline with found family being just behind. That’s what I have loved most about this series. Ozen and Taron created their own family with the company and all of their friends. Wash needed that family to support him even when he didn’t realize that they did. With Peri and Wash, their mating was just there from the start. This book tied up the twins story so well. I didn’t know how much I even needed them to figure out their miscommunication until they did. It made me feel so good. I never want a series to end, but if this is the end it ends on the highest note ever. Even with the stranger at the end!
February 4, 2026
4.5 stars! I just adore this series so much, and Peri was an absolute delight! Grumpy x Sunshine is always a winner for me, and these two were absolutely wonderful together. 😍 My only quibble, and the reason it's not a solid five stars, is the trope, which has got to be the absolute biggest letdown of any romance ever whenever it's used, seeming to come out of left field for this one when So, even though I could follow the story logic, the emotional impact felt really contrived. 🫤 But despite that, the story was still absolutely delightful and I completely adored both of them... and especially appreciated the hint at the very end that there might be another Supe to be interested in, and therefore another book in the making the series 🙏✨📚🥳🥰
February 4, 2026
I really wanted to read Elijah's brother story to finally see them rebuilding their brotherhood and I felt somewhat disappointed in how it was treated in the book, that's the reason for not rating 5 stars.
Throughout the book Elijah is very important to Wash, but when he tries to close the gap between them, Wash is the one keeping his distance and distrusting his brother again and again at the same time blaming Elijah attitude to him for not being closer.
It's Peri the one to force Wash to accept Elijah's and his anchor apertures of friendship and there's a lot in Wash's heart and mind that is never told to Elijah.
Everything else in the book is amazing. Truly. I particularly liked how Taron grows like a fungus in Wash life, to the point to wanting to really befriend him and his mates.
Peri was perfectly written, he behaved in a very realistic way in how he navigate being ordered to befriend Wash after meeting and liking him before.
Peri is the sunshine for Wash and when he feels betrayed you can feel how his life is cold and dark again. Same when he works through those feelings and accepts Peri again, you almost see the light going back.
I highly recommend this book or any in the series!
Throughout the book Elijah is very important to Wash, but when he tries to close the gap between them, Wash is the one keeping his distance and distrusting his brother again and again at the same time blaming Elijah attitude to him for not being closer.
It's Peri the one to force Wash to accept Elijah's and his anchor apertures of friendship and there's a lot in Wash's heart and mind that is never told to Elijah.
Everything else in the book is amazing. Truly. I particularly liked how Taron grows like a fungus in Wash life, to the point to wanting to really befriend him and his mates.
Peri was perfectly written, he behaved in a very realistic way in how he navigate being ordered to befriend Wash after meeting and liking him before.
Peri is the sunshine for Wash and when he feels betrayed you can feel how his life is cold and dark again. Same when he works through those feelings and accepts Peri again, you almost see the light going back.
I highly recommend this book or any in the series!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Sixth in series (The Charmed Away Temp Agency), best if read in order. Paranormal. Coworkers. Grumpy/sunshine. Hurt/comfort. Found family. Dual POV.
Peri’s new temp job has him crossing paths with a grumpy demon researcher that really needs help with his work-life balance. Wash doesn’t trust easily, but the always cheerful, slightly horny, and super empathic fairy might just be the person to break down his walls.
This story has a true grumpy/sunshine dynamic with all the feels. Wash is a protective demon that’s had a difficult past but a good heart and Peri is everything kind, generous and joyful, and I really enjoyed every moment they were on page together. There are plenty of caring friends and family to surround the sweetness of Peri and Wash, with an equal amount of steam between these two meant-to-be mates. I personally like an emotional character that deserves all the HEA when they find that special someone that gets them in every way. Another terrific addition to this fun and fantastic series. 4.5 rounded up
Peri’s new temp job has him crossing paths with a grumpy demon researcher that really needs help with his work-life balance. Wash doesn’t trust easily, but the always cheerful, slightly horny, and super empathic fairy might just be the person to break down his walls.
This story has a true grumpy/sunshine dynamic with all the feels. Wash is a protective demon that’s had a difficult past but a good heart and Peri is everything kind, generous and joyful, and I really enjoyed every moment they were on page together. There are plenty of caring friends and family to surround the sweetness of Peri and Wash, with an equal amount of steam between these two meant-to-be mates. I personally like an emotional character that deserves all the HEA when they find that special someone that gets them in every way. Another terrific addition to this fun and fantastic series. 4.5 rounded up
Review of advance copy received from Author
So many feels mannnnnnnnnn. I absolutely adore this book. I literally was tearing up in parts and LOL in others. Periwinkle and Wash was such a wonderful match. Peri was just the right person to come into Wash's life...to put some sunshine into his life. He absolutely needed it. So many wonderful things happened in this book. Just a little angsty with the miscommunication between the characters. Please note you would enjoy this book a lot if you read the book before this one at least. I will say I read all the books but one...Talon's romance. I just don't do throuples well, so I skipped that one but it didn't take away my enjoyment of this series. Book 6 is up at the top of the list of being my absolute favorite in this series...i think it has everything to do with Peri. He's the best. I loved his love journey with Wash and I highly recommend if you wanna cry and laugh while reading...LOL
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 7, 2026
I FLUFFING LOVE! these books. I realized while reading this one that Taron was totally giving me (Alistair Hellhound Extraordinaire™️) vibes to unintentionally set off Wash’s (Demon Gideon™️) demon vibes, and now I just remembered that Joel Leslie narrates both series and I can’t wait for the rest of this series to be released on audible so I can binge-listen and get my super-freaking-awesome-author-written paranormal fix and also because I didn’t/don’t have time to re-read the series before starting a new book and even though it’s only been a few months I’ve forgotten most of what happened in previous books and need a binge sesh.
Highly recommend. These can totally be read as stand-alones but are so much better devoured in series order.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review. I also purchased a forever copy but have zero chill and had to read it before it was released.
Highly recommend. These can totally be read as stand-alones but are so much better devoured in series order.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review. I also purchased a forever copy but have zero chill and had to read it before it was released.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wash and Peri story was quite emotional, with a fairy and demon pairing encapsulating the grumpy – sunshine perfectly.
There’s shenanigans, lots of teasing, and a bit of heartache caused by miscommunication and misunderstanding.
There were a couple of concepts that I totally adored and enjoyed, as well as the team effort to prepare the best and considerate surprises.
I adored Peri's energy, his sweets, as well as the way he shows his love.
I liked how Wash changes under Peri's care and love, as well as his group of friends that came as a surprise for him.
There were also some intriguing developments and characters that hope to see more in the future.
I enjoyed the read, and I’m looking forward for the future adventures.
There’s shenanigans, lots of teasing, and a bit of heartache caused by miscommunication and misunderstanding.
There were a couple of concepts that I totally adored and enjoyed, as well as the team effort to prepare the best and considerate surprises.
I adored Peri's energy, his sweets, as well as the way he shows his love.
I liked how Wash changes under Peri's care and love, as well as his group of friends that came as a surprise for him.
There were also some intriguing developments and characters that hope to see more in the future.
I enjoyed the read, and I’m looking forward for the future adventures.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Another absolute winner in the Charmed Away Temp Agency series! I love the entire series as a whole, and this story, in particular, is one of my favorites within this universe. Periwinkle is totally adorable, and how can you not love him? Wash got a bad rep based on assumptions, and to protect himself, he ran with it. He's an introverted squish, kinda like the author claims of herself (though, I'm sure she's not as grumpy as Wash) He's a big cinnamon roll with a tender heart and fierce protective instincts toward those he loves. The two of them together, as well as the whole Spellbound crew - especially Taron - make for a fun and quite entertaining, educational, and interesting romantic adventure. I can't wait to read more.
February 3, 2026
Another helping of fun from Charmed Away Temp Agency
This is the latest offering in the Charmed Away Temp Agency series. In this one, Hugo (twin brother of Elijah, the telepath) finds his mate, a flighty fairy called Peri.
This story is straightforward, we get glimpses of all our favourites from the last books (some more than others) and Taron uses his inimitable style to try and help. That doesn't go well, as if anyone is surprised!
It was lovely to be back amongst the Spellbound and Charmed Away personnel again. I hope there's going to be more and from the titbit dropped on the last page, I'm sure there will be.
This can be read as a standalone, but you would get a better understanding if you started with The Incubus' Secretary
This is the latest offering in the Charmed Away Temp Agency series. In this one, Hugo (twin brother of Elijah, the telepath) finds his mate, a flighty fairy called Peri.
This story is straightforward, we get glimpses of all our favourites from the last books (some more than others) and Taron uses his inimitable style to try and help. That doesn't go well, as if anyone is surprised!
It was lovely to be back amongst the Spellbound and Charmed Away personnel again. I hope there's going to be more and from the titbit dropped on the last page, I'm sure there will be.
This can be read as a standalone, but you would get a better understanding if you started with The Incubus' Secretary
February 4, 2026
Peri and Wash were adorable grumpy/sunshine goodness.
Peri is a sunshine temp! Pure joy, and the best kind of sweetness in a rough world! Plus they make baked goods as their love language! Wash is a grumpy inventor, with walls up from childhood trauma and miscommunication/misunderstanding from same.
I really enjoyed their connection, which while instant was also allowed to build a bit. Fated mates but we don't know that's what this is? vibes a bit. There was a hint of a third act break up (which is not my fave!) but it's understandable and resolved reasonably!
I loved seeing all our found family of former MCs, especially the retreat scenes! And it was just a nice, easy fairly low angst read.
*advanced reader. thoughts and opinions my own*
Peri is a sunshine temp! Pure joy, and the best kind of sweetness in a rough world! Plus they make baked goods as their love language! Wash is a grumpy inventor, with walls up from childhood trauma and miscommunication/misunderstanding from same.
I really enjoyed their connection, which while instant was also allowed to build a bit. Fated mates but we don't know that's what this is? vibes a bit. There was a hint of a third act break up (which is not my fave!) but it's understandable and resolved reasonably!
I loved seeing all our found family of former MCs, especially the retreat scenes! And it was just a nice, easy fairly low angst read.
*advanced reader. thoughts and opinions my own*
February 12, 2026
VERY VERY LATE ARC REVIEW😫:
I absolutely loved this story!!! Peri the Fairy is as adorable as I could ever hope to be! I really enjoy how Elijah and Wash’s relationship isn’t completely perfect by the end, but how the work on their communication throughout the story and realize the had they been doing it the entire time things would be different. I also appreciated how Peri had no desire to change Wash. Peri loved his grumpy demon exactly the way he was, he only wanted him to realize that he didn’t NEED to keep people at arms length. That were people in Wash’s life that cared for him and wanted him to take care of himself. How Wash never tried to change Peri from being soft and quick to tears. I really loved this story!!
I absolutely loved this story!!! Peri the Fairy is as adorable as I could ever hope to be! I really enjoy how Elijah and Wash’s relationship isn’t completely perfect by the end, but how the work on their communication throughout the story and realize the had they been doing it the entire time things would be different. I also appreciated how Peri had no desire to change Wash. Peri loved his grumpy demon exactly the way he was, he only wanted him to realize that he didn’t NEED to keep people at arms length. That were people in Wash’s life that cared for him and wanted him to take care of himself. How Wash never tried to change Peri from being soft and quick to tears. I really loved this story!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.5 stars
Wash and Peri are so good together. Unfortunately, past issues, slights and slurs create a few problems for them. All of their interactions, both good and bad, felt believable, especially when Peri was so happy he practically floated. Peri's emotions are an open book and the reader can easily feel his highs and lows with him, while I totally understand Wash's side of things. And I loved the found family support that they get from their co-workers. It was nice that all of the previous couples made appearances. Overall, Wash and Peri's story was really well told and I would read more in this universe.
I only noted maybe half a dozen proofreading issues in the ARC.
Wash and Peri are so good together. Unfortunately, past issues, slights and slurs create a few problems for them. All of their interactions, both good and bad, felt believable, especially when Peri was so happy he practically floated. Peri's emotions are an open book and the reader can easily feel his highs and lows with him, while I totally understand Wash's side of things. And I loved the found family support that they get from their co-workers. It was nice that all of the previous couples made appearances. Overall, Wash and Peri's story was really well told and I would read more in this universe.
I only noted maybe half a dozen proofreading issues in the ARC.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I love love love this series. This one features Wash and Peri. Wash is in charge of the research department and brother to Elijah. Peri works for Charmed Away temp agency and gets tasked to work at Spellbound. When he gets to work, he brings along treats to give to everyone. When Peri first saw Wash he was intrigued even though his co-workers were saying he was a grump. As the days go by, Peri works his magic on Wash. I loved the progression of their romance, with Wash and Peri getting closer to finding out they were mates. Also loved how Wash and Elijah spoke and cleared the air between them. Here is hoping there is more in this world.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Demon's Attendant is the 6th book in the Charmed Away Temp Agency series. This book can be read as a standalone but in my opinion this series is best read in order. This is the story of Peri a fairy and Wash a demon. I love this series so much. This was such a great story with wonderful characters. This story is peppered with found and blood family. I also loved getting cameos from other couples from the series. I loved watching these two figure out their relationship. I'm looking forward to more books in this series. I would definitely recommend this book and series as 5 star reads.
received a free review copy
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