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The Wycherleys #2
Love and Other Curses
Fall head over broomstick in love with this swoon-worthy, witchy romantic fantasy sequel, perfect for fans of
Twin Crowns
,
Divine Rivals
and Stephanie Garber.
For the Kingdom. For the magic. And for love . . .
Aurelia Wycherley has found someone to tether her magic to – her enigmatic former enemy, Jules Nightly. Now, they are heading off to coven college to learn advanced magic. But they are also on a secret to discover the Lost Quarter of the college, create their own coven of twelve and try to discover a way to bring back the Old Magic.
When malevolent magic interrupts their first night at college, Aurelia and Jules discover that Jonathan and his coven of untethered witches has escaped and now they are after her magic, curse and all…
Can they save the magic and the world - or will Aurelia lose her magic for good?
Prepare for balls, late-night study groups, hidden mysteries, a heist, the return of old foes, and a lot more kissing!
Praise for The Wycherleys
‘From the first perfect line, The Wycherleys had me hooked. It’s the perfect swoon-worthy fantasy-romance featuring everything I wonderfully drawn characters to fall and root for, an alternate history with ballgowns and broomsticks, curses, magic with a clever twist, and a world I’d love to visit.’ Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series
'A fun, tense, enemies-to-lovers romance with magic and plenty of secrets. Nothing is as it seems. It had me gripped from the first page.' Zeena Gosrani, author of This Dark Heart
'I am utterly captivated by this addictive and swoony fantasy romance! Aurelia is brave, bold and wears her curse proudly. Jules is Mr Darcy for a new generation. They set the standard for courtship. If you're not committing felonies together, is it love?' Rosie Talbot, author of Sixteen Souls
For the Kingdom. For the magic. And for love . . .
Aurelia Wycherley has found someone to tether her magic to – her enigmatic former enemy, Jules Nightly. Now, they are heading off to coven college to learn advanced magic. But they are also on a secret to discover the Lost Quarter of the college, create their own coven of twelve and try to discover a way to bring back the Old Magic.
When malevolent magic interrupts their first night at college, Aurelia and Jules discover that Jonathan and his coven of untethered witches has escaped and now they are after her magic, curse and all…
Can they save the magic and the world - or will Aurelia lose her magic for good?
Prepare for balls, late-night study groups, hidden mysteries, a heist, the return of old foes, and a lot more kissing!
Praise for The Wycherleys
‘From the first perfect line, The Wycherleys had me hooked. It’s the perfect swoon-worthy fantasy-romance featuring everything I wonderfully drawn characters to fall and root for, an alternate history with ballgowns and broomsticks, curses, magic with a clever twist, and a world I’d love to visit.’ Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series
'A fun, tense, enemies-to-lovers romance with magic and plenty of secrets. Nothing is as it seems. It had me gripped from the first page.' Zeena Gosrani, author of This Dark Heart
'I am utterly captivated by this addictive and swoony fantasy romance! Aurelia is brave, bold and wears her curse proudly. Jules is Mr Darcy for a new generation. They set the standard for courtship. If you're not committing felonies together, is it love?' Rosie Talbot, author of Sixteen Souls
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Published January 15, 2026
About the author
Annaliese Avery
13 books128 followersAnnaliese Avery is a former library manager and children's book editor who lives in Suffolk, England. She has an MA in creative writing and a life long interest in physics and astronomy and in 2017 she founded an astronomical society.
Her MG debut, The Nightsilver Promise, is published by Scholastic UK in May 2020 and Scholastic US in November 2021. The Nightsilver Promise is the first book in the epic Celestial Mechanism Cycle.
Twitter: @AnnalieseAvery
Instagram: @AnnalieseAvery
Her MG debut, The Nightsilver Promise, is published by Scholastic UK in May 2020 and Scholastic US in November 2021. The Nightsilver Promise is the first book in the epic Celestial Mechanism Cycle.
Twitter: @AnnalieseAvery
Instagram: @AnnalieseAvery
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January 19, 2026
2.75* I had the best time with The Wycherleys and was so excited to continue the series but unfortunately, although enjoyable enough, this didn't hit quite the same way. I found it to be somewhat of a slog to get through at times and while it picked up in the last 20% or so, my heart wasn't fully in it by that point. There were also a few editing mistakes and iffy sentence structures which pulled me out of the story. That said, it was entertaining and a fun concept, I just don't think it was as polished as book one.
January 18, 2026
This was a really fun continuation of the series, which I’d recommend especially to anyone who’s missing that Harry Potter kind of vibe. The magic system is cool, the world is simple yet effective, and the characters are very easy to like. In this installment, the stakes stay just as high, and while the middle felt a bit uneven in terms of pacing (which may have been due to my listening to it as an audiobook tbh), it never stopped being engaging. Overall, it’s a very fast, enjoyable read, and I’ll definitely be continuing the series.
September 26, 2026
Licht und Schatten an der Magie-Akademie
The Wycherleys – Die Novizin von Annaliese Avery bringt zwar das gewohnt faszinierende Regency-Worldbuilding mit, bleibt jedoch spürbar hinter den Erwartungen des starken Auftaktbands zurück. Die Fortsetzung versinkt stellenweise im Chaos und nutzt ihr volles Potenzial leider nicht aus.
Worldbuilding & Atmosphäre:
Das Setting einer magischen Akademie im Regency-Stil, der Coven-Aufbau sowie düstere Geheimnisse sorgen weiterhin für eine grundlegend spannende Prämisse.
Charaktere & Beziehungsdynamik:
Während Nebenfiguren wie Evelyn glänzen, enttäuscht das Hauptpaar. Der Schreibstil driftet teilweise ins Anstrengende ab. Zudem wirkt das ständige, unnötige Verheimlichen von Fakten zwischen Aurelia und Jules frustrierend und konstruiert.
Plot-Twists:
Der zentrale Twist widerspricht meiner Meinung nach, der etablierten Logik des ersten Bandes und wirkt eher wie ein einfaches Stilmittel als wie eine organische Entwicklung.
Pacing & Erzählstruktur:
Die Handlung schwankt extrem zwischen plötzlichen, überstürzten Action-Szenen und Entwicklungen, die abseits der Seiten passieren. Zu viele Nebenstränge und Figuren sorgen für eine Überladung der Story.
Fazit:
Ein mittelmäßiger zweiter Band, der trotz schwächelnder Charakterentwicklung und Plot-Lücken dank eines starken Cliffhangers und der gewaltigen Grundidee neugierig auf den Abschluss macht
The Wycherleys – Die Novizin von Annaliese Avery bringt zwar das gewohnt faszinierende Regency-Worldbuilding mit, bleibt jedoch spürbar hinter den Erwartungen des starken Auftaktbands zurück. Die Fortsetzung versinkt stellenweise im Chaos und nutzt ihr volles Potenzial leider nicht aus.
Worldbuilding & Atmosphäre:
Das Setting einer magischen Akademie im Regency-Stil, der Coven-Aufbau sowie düstere Geheimnisse sorgen weiterhin für eine grundlegend spannende Prämisse.
Charaktere & Beziehungsdynamik:
Während Nebenfiguren wie Evelyn glänzen, enttäuscht das Hauptpaar. Der Schreibstil driftet teilweise ins Anstrengende ab. Zudem wirkt das ständige, unnötige Verheimlichen von Fakten zwischen Aurelia und Jules frustrierend und konstruiert.
Plot-Twists:
Der zentrale Twist widerspricht meiner Meinung nach, der etablierten Logik des ersten Bandes und wirkt eher wie ein einfaches Stilmittel als wie eine organische Entwicklung.
Pacing & Erzählstruktur:
Die Handlung schwankt extrem zwischen plötzlichen, überstürzten Action-Szenen und Entwicklungen, die abseits der Seiten passieren. Zu viele Nebenstränge und Figuren sorgen für eine Überladung der Story.
Fazit:
Ein mittelmäßiger zweiter Band, der trotz schwächelnder Charakterentwicklung und Plot-Lücken dank eines starken Cliffhangers und der gewaltigen Grundidee neugierig auf den Abschluss macht
January 14, 2026
*4.5*
I was so excited to jump back into the world of the Wycherleys after finishing (and adoring) the first book last year. It feels like time has flown by since I last dipped into the world and yet also like it was just yesterday that the enemies turned to lovers and good defeated evil. More so, I was desperate to find out what Aurelia Wycherley and Jules Nightly’s future might look like. Newly back from the Grand Magical Tour promised to every Wycherley witch the summer before college, spanning across Europe with her brother Vaughn, Aurelia is eager to start Coven College alongside him, her new love Jules, and best friend Constance—but nothing is quite smooth sailing in the realm of magic.
As well as new students to Coven College, under the same pressures as others to fit into their projected Coven, the four of them also harbour a secret: they are going to create their own coven and discover a way to bring back old magic, something that was touched upon in the first book that ties into Aurelia’s cursed magic and the familiar history between Jules and Aurelia’s family. But old enemies don’t stay down for long, and when dark magic returns to their lives, Aurelia, Jules, Vaughn and Constance are thrown back into the mayhem. There’s a dangerous coven of witches that are after Aurelia‘s cursed power, a magic so powerful and impressive that it frightens even the most seasoned of witches. We steadfastly journey through new discoveries of just how great and thorny Aurelia’s magic truly is becoming, but at what price will this come to the people around her and to Jules, tethered to that great magic?
Annaliese is skilled at wholly pulling the reader into the mystifying world of witches, fantastical magic and a passionate romance to make you swoon (and impossible to not root for.) The connection between Aurelia and Jules withstands even when they are apart and it’s evident there’s not much either will not do to protect the other when new trials, heists and treacherous depths re-enter and shake-up their lives. This series is everything that teenage me and adult me looks for in a witchy romance, bearing deep connections between characters, a captivating storyline and something utterly magical that the book feels as though it’s sparkling from the inside out. I’m so excited to continue into this series—September can’t come soon enough for book three, because what an ending that was! If you haven’t stepped into the world of the Wycherleys, you’re greatly missing out. This was another romantic, heart racing novel from Annaliese that I can’t recommend enough.
I was so excited to jump back into the world of the Wycherleys after finishing (and adoring) the first book last year. It feels like time has flown by since I last dipped into the world and yet also like it was just yesterday that the enemies turned to lovers and good defeated evil. More so, I was desperate to find out what Aurelia Wycherley and Jules Nightly’s future might look like. Newly back from the Grand Magical Tour promised to every Wycherley witch the summer before college, spanning across Europe with her brother Vaughn, Aurelia is eager to start Coven College alongside him, her new love Jules, and best friend Constance—but nothing is quite smooth sailing in the realm of magic.
As well as new students to Coven College, under the same pressures as others to fit into their projected Coven, the four of them also harbour a secret: they are going to create their own coven and discover a way to bring back old magic, something that was touched upon in the first book that ties into Aurelia’s cursed magic and the familiar history between Jules and Aurelia’s family. But old enemies don’t stay down for long, and when dark magic returns to their lives, Aurelia, Jules, Vaughn and Constance are thrown back into the mayhem. There’s a dangerous coven of witches that are after Aurelia‘s cursed power, a magic so powerful and impressive that it frightens even the most seasoned of witches. We steadfastly journey through new discoveries of just how great and thorny Aurelia’s magic truly is becoming, but at what price will this come to the people around her and to Jules, tethered to that great magic?
Annaliese is skilled at wholly pulling the reader into the mystifying world of witches, fantastical magic and a passionate romance to make you swoon (and impossible to not root for.) The connection between Aurelia and Jules withstands even when they are apart and it’s evident there’s not much either will not do to protect the other when new trials, heists and treacherous depths re-enter and shake-up their lives. This series is everything that teenage me and adult me looks for in a witchy romance, bearing deep connections between characters, a captivating storyline and something utterly magical that the book feels as though it’s sparkling from the inside out. I’m so excited to continue into this series—September can’t come soon enough for book three, because what an ending that was! If you haven’t stepped into the world of the Wycherleys, you’re greatly missing out. This was another romantic, heart racing novel from Annaliese that I can’t recommend enough.
May 20, 2026
sad to say this isn't a positive review
- typos, punctuation errors, and editing mistakes throughout. why were there so many unspoken sentences starting with speech marks?
- too many characters introduced with zero screentime, I couldn't differentiate between them at all and they didn't matter to the story as much as they should have.
- final battle is underwhelming and everything is resolved in about 5 pages. skimmed most of it too as there's no real stakes.
- main mc has no flaws, she's good at literally everything - most characters felt flat this time around.
- writing style was very different to the first. the book just told me what happened for 400 pages instead of showing me
- the language was often stiff and awkward, both the dialogue and the prose. sentences were too long or not broken up correctly.
I'm so disappointed because I really loved the charm of the wycherleys but this felt like it was rushed out after the success of the first book. the author deserved a much better editor and more time to work on this. all my love to the author bc I can see there's great ideas in here and I hope book 3 pulls it back
- typos, punctuation errors, and editing mistakes throughout. why were there so many unspoken sentences starting with speech marks?
- too many characters introduced with zero screentime, I couldn't differentiate between them at all and they didn't matter to the story as much as they should have.
- final battle is underwhelming and everything is resolved in about 5 pages. skimmed most of it too as there's no real stakes.
- main mc has no flaws, she's good at literally everything - most characters felt flat this time around.
- writing style was very different to the first. the book just told me what happened for 400 pages instead of showing me
- the language was often stiff and awkward, both the dialogue and the prose. sentences were too long or not broken up correctly.
I'm so disappointed because I really loved the charm of the wycherleys but this felt like it was rushed out after the success of the first book. the author deserved a much better editor and more time to work on this. all my love to the author bc I can see there's great ideas in here and I hope book 3 pulls it back
January 31, 2026
Honestly, I really struggled with the first half of the book, however it definitely made up for it with the remaining half! I loved all the action, especially the ending! Some elements of the story also gave me vibes from another of my favourite series (ZA) and I’m the type of reader that really likes when that happens! I loved it! I definitely need the third book like NOW! 💔
March 6, 2026
2.5 stars
2 of those stars are for my love Jules Nightly 🩷
I'm disappointed.
The first book in the series was one of my favourite books of 2025, but this one just didn't hit like that one did.
Love and Other Curses was quite a slog to get through from around the 40% mark. The beginning was great and it was lovely to be reunited with these characters, but eventually it began to drift off course. I felt like I was reading a lot of rambling conversations and repetitiveness, and because I picked up something else in the meantime, I realised that I wasn't itching to grab this book anymore. I honestly think this could have some bits cut out, it didn't really need to be so long. If shorter, I may have enjoyed it more.
There were some exciting moments throughout that kept me hooked, but once those passed, we were back to the slower bits again.
I was really excited to see Aurelia and Jules build their own coven, but even that got boring quite quickly. It took so long lol almost 2/3 of the book which, again, is a drag.
I also noticed quite a few typos.
It's not all doom and gloom though, I absolutely love Aurelia and Jules' relationship ☺️ they're so sweet together and their moments were always a real delight. There's some great humour throughout, a few epic confrontations and fun scenes, and I love the strong presence of friendship, family and love.
Unfortunately I don't think I'll carry on with the series, however I will reread the first Wycherley's and still highly recommend! It's easily a book you can read on its own :)
2 of those stars are for my love Jules Nightly 🩷
I'm disappointed.
The first book in the series was one of my favourite books of 2025, but this one just didn't hit like that one did.
Love and Other Curses was quite a slog to get through from around the 40% mark. The beginning was great and it was lovely to be reunited with these characters, but eventually it began to drift off course. I felt like I was reading a lot of rambling conversations and repetitiveness, and because I picked up something else in the meantime, I realised that I wasn't itching to grab this book anymore. I honestly think this could have some bits cut out, it didn't really need to be so long. If shorter, I may have enjoyed it more.
There were some exciting moments throughout that kept me hooked, but once those passed, we were back to the slower bits again.
I was really excited to see Aurelia and Jules build their own coven, but even that got boring quite quickly. It took so long lol almost 2/3 of the book which, again, is a drag.
I also noticed quite a few typos.
It's not all doom and gloom though, I absolutely love Aurelia and Jules' relationship ☺️ they're so sweet together and their moments were always a real delight. There's some great humour throughout, a few epic confrontations and fun scenes, and I love the strong presence of friendship, family and love.
Unfortunately I don't think I'll carry on with the series, however I will reread the first Wycherley's and still highly recommend! It's easily a book you can read on its own :)
January 22, 2026
3.4 stars
Ok this was not nearly as good as the first book. All the cosy and whimsy of the first felt hollow to me this time. Instead it felt really cringy instead of sweet and heartfelt .
I don’t know, I loved this world the first time around and it just did not hit in this one at all. There was a huge disconnect between me and the characters and their world.
And it was SO cheesy !! The first does well to brush that line with softness and romance instead but this was full on cringe and I’m so disappointed!
I will say it got better towards the end and the cliffhanger is great so I will need to read the next one.
I knew the whole time that there had to be something he kept from her as she did from him but I was not expecting that at all. It alarmist seems redundant??? Dare I say it’s lazy…? I don’t know if lazy is the right term but the whole point of the first book and the ending of it especially is that tethering means she can use her magic without hurting anyone so why do this ??? Ugh I don’t know but I want them to sort it out and for everyone to keep their magic I mean come on !! It’s too lazy and too done otherwise and the first was so so good and thought out and romantic and angst-y so what and whY??!
Ok this was not nearly as good as the first book. All the cosy and whimsy of the first felt hollow to me this time. Instead it felt really cringy instead of sweet and heartfelt .
I don’t know, I loved this world the first time around and it just did not hit in this one at all. There was a huge disconnect between me and the characters and their world.
And it was SO cheesy !! The first does well to brush that line with softness and romance instead but this was full on cringe and I’m so disappointed!
I will say it got better towards the end and the cliffhanger is great so I will need to read the next one.
I knew the whole time that there had to be something he kept from her as she did from him but I was not expecting that at all. It alarmist seems redundant??? Dare I say it’s lazy…? I don’t know if lazy is the right term but the whole point of the first book and the ending of it especially is that tethering means she can use her magic without hurting anyone so why do this ??? Ugh I don’t know but I want them to sort it out and for everyone to keep their magic I mean come on !! It’s too lazy and too done otherwise and the first was so so good and thought out and romantic and angst-y so what and whY??!
March 4, 2026
I was not as big of a fan as book one. The plot was slowed considerably and the balls didn't feel like they added anything to the story.
There are a lot of new characters to keep track of and often I found myself not caring about them or the main couple. Why are we keeping secrets, complaining about secrets and then keeping MORE secrets?
Evelyn is my favourite character but I really couldn't tell you why. The contrast between the regency setting vs. the language really isn't doing it for me.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the ARC
There are a lot of new characters to keep track of and often I found myself not caring about them or the main couple. Why are we keeping secrets, complaining about secrets and then keeping MORE secrets?
Evelyn is my favourite character but I really couldn't tell you why. The contrast between the regency setting vs. the language really isn't doing it for me.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the ARC
March 15, 2026
What a great sequel, this truly is an underrated series! We once again follow Aurelie Wycherley and Jules Nightly and they are on a mission. We don't see all the much of them advancing in school, but the focus is really on trying to stop Jonathan and co. and bring back Old Magic. I really loved the coven in this book and getting to know more fun charachters. There was plenty of action, mystery and adventure and the ending had me on the edge of my seat!
June 4, 2026
Desværre ikke på højde med første bog, dog stadig en sød og romantisk fortælling fyldt med hints til Jane Austen.
I begyndelsen var der lidt for meget genfortælling af hvad der skete i bog 1, og jeg manglede stemning i ballerne.
3,5 stjerne.
I begyndelsen var der lidt for meget genfortælling af hvad der skete i bog 1, og jeg manglede stemning i ballerne.
3,5 stjerne.
Did Not Finish
April 16, 2026FIRST DNF OF THE YEAR at 45%!
It actually makes me very sad because I love these characters and absolutely adored the first book! But it's just so slow to get through and nothings really happening. I want to keep reading so maybe I will continue but I need a break from it right now...
It actually makes me very sad because I love these characters and absolutely adored the first book! But it's just so slow to get through and nothings really happening. I want to keep reading so maybe I will continue but I need a break from it right now...
August 28, 2026
After loving the first Wycherleys book, I was really excited to see where Aurelia, Jules and the rest of the coven would go next and I absolutely loved the shift from debutante season to magical university life. 🎓🪄 It still has that wonderful Jane Austen meets Harry Potter feeling from Book 1, with elegant society, witchy magic, romance and family drama, but this time there’s a much stronger dark academia / magical university atmosphere.
And honestly, the Cambridge University vibes were one of my favourite things about this book. 📚🎓✨ I loved the idea of taking these witches who have spent so much time navigating high society and throwing them into a magical college where they have to learn advanced magic, form their own coven and uncover centuries-old secrets. There’s something so fun about late-night study sessions, secret passages, mysterious college traditions, hidden magical places and sneaking around where you definitely shouldn't be. 😂
The biggest surprise for me was how much I loved the King Arthur legend woven throughout the story. 👑⚔️🗡️ It added another layer to the magical world and gave the story that feeling of ancient legends, lost magic and secrets that have been buried for generations. I really enjoyed the way the Arthurian elements complemented the witchy world rather than feeling completely separate from it. The story also brings back everything I enjoyed about the first book, romance, magical mysteries, family secrets, curses and a whole lot of chaos, while introducing a new adventure involving the Lost Quarter, the Old Magic and a magical heist. 🔮🗝️✨
And then there’s Jules and Aurelia. 🥹💗 I loved them in Book 1, but I particularly enjoyed seeing their relationship develop now that they have moved beyond being enemies. Their dynamic still has that perfect combination of banter, tension, mutual reliance and emotional vulnerability, but there’s also a sense that they are genuinely becoming a team.
“Jules Knightly and I have a relationship based primarily on mutual need, secondly by felonious acts and thirdly by shared trauma.”
😂😂 This is basically their relationship in one sentence.
I also really loved getting the development of the coven 🫶🧙♀️ There’s such a fun found-family feeling developing between them, and I enjoyed watching their personalities bounce off each other. They bring a lot of the humour and warmth to the story, especially when everything else is getting increasingly mysterious and dangerous.
And, of course, the romance still delivers the swoon. 💋💗
“She is not just my Muse she is my co-author.”
😭😭😭
There are so many little romantic moments that capture why I enjoy Aurelia and Jules together, especially the feeling that they aren't just romantically connected, but are becoming partners in every sense of the word.
“Love is truly the greatest magic of all and with it we cannot lose.”
✨💖
Compared with Book 1, I did find some of the character development a little slower, particularly in places where I was waiting for the story or relationships to move forward. That was probably the main reason this landed at 3.5⭐️ rather than 4⭐️ for me. It didn't stop me enjoying the book, but I definitely felt the pacing more this time around. That said, I still loved being back in this world. 🥰 The combination of magical academia, Arthurian mythology, witchcraft, romance and a group of chaotic young witches trying to uncover ancient secrets is such a fun concept.
🪄✨ Overall vibes
This book feels like:
🎀 Bridgerton
📖 Jane Austen
🧙♀️ Harry Potter
🎓 Witchy/Dark academia
⚔️ King Arthur Legend
💗 YA romance
🗝️ Heist fantasy
💗 Former enemies to lovers
🔮 Ancient magic & mysterious curses
🧹 Coven chaos
💋 Romance, kissing & questionable decisions
I think what I enjoy most about this series is that it doesn't take itself too seriously. There are curses and ancient magic and potentially world-ending consequences, but there is also bribery, felonious activities, questionable plans, chaotic friendships and a LOT of kissing. 😂💋
I also loved the expansion of the magical world, the Cambridge-inspired setting, the Arthurian mythology and, most importantly, getting more Aurelia, Jules and the coven. 🥹🪄💗
If Book 1 was Bridgerton meets witches, Book 2 is basically Bridgerton meets Harry Potter meets magical Cambridge, with King Arthur mythology, a heist and two witches who really should stop committing crimes together but absolutely will not. 😂🎓🧙♀️⚔️💋
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5
And honestly, the Cambridge University vibes were one of my favourite things about this book. 📚🎓✨ I loved the idea of taking these witches who have spent so much time navigating high society and throwing them into a magical college where they have to learn advanced magic, form their own coven and uncover centuries-old secrets. There’s something so fun about late-night study sessions, secret passages, mysterious college traditions, hidden magical places and sneaking around where you definitely shouldn't be. 😂
The biggest surprise for me was how much I loved the King Arthur legend woven throughout the story. 👑⚔️🗡️ It added another layer to the magical world and gave the story that feeling of ancient legends, lost magic and secrets that have been buried for generations. I really enjoyed the way the Arthurian elements complemented the witchy world rather than feeling completely separate from it. The story also brings back everything I enjoyed about the first book, romance, magical mysteries, family secrets, curses and a whole lot of chaos, while introducing a new adventure involving the Lost Quarter, the Old Magic and a magical heist. 🔮🗝️✨
And then there’s Jules and Aurelia. 🥹💗 I loved them in Book 1, but I particularly enjoyed seeing their relationship develop now that they have moved beyond being enemies. Their dynamic still has that perfect combination of banter, tension, mutual reliance and emotional vulnerability, but there’s also a sense that they are genuinely becoming a team.
“Jules Knightly and I have a relationship based primarily on mutual need, secondly by felonious acts and thirdly by shared trauma.”
😂😂 This is basically their relationship in one sentence.
I also really loved getting the development of the coven 🫶🧙♀️ There’s such a fun found-family feeling developing between them, and I enjoyed watching their personalities bounce off each other. They bring a lot of the humour and warmth to the story, especially when everything else is getting increasingly mysterious and dangerous.
And, of course, the romance still delivers the swoon. 💋💗
“She is not just my Muse she is my co-author.”
😭😭😭
There are so many little romantic moments that capture why I enjoy Aurelia and Jules together, especially the feeling that they aren't just romantically connected, but are becoming partners in every sense of the word.
“Love is truly the greatest magic of all and with it we cannot lose.”
✨💖
Compared with Book 1, I did find some of the character development a little slower, particularly in places where I was waiting for the story or relationships to move forward. That was probably the main reason this landed at 3.5⭐️ rather than 4⭐️ for me. It didn't stop me enjoying the book, but I definitely felt the pacing more this time around. That said, I still loved being back in this world. 🥰 The combination of magical academia, Arthurian mythology, witchcraft, romance and a group of chaotic young witches trying to uncover ancient secrets is such a fun concept.
🪄✨ Overall vibes
This book feels like:
🎀 Bridgerton
📖 Jane Austen
🧙♀️ Harry Potter
🎓 Witchy/Dark academia
⚔️ King Arthur Legend
💗 YA romance
🗝️ Heist fantasy
💗 Former enemies to lovers
🔮 Ancient magic & mysterious curses
🧹 Coven chaos
💋 Romance, kissing & questionable decisions
I think what I enjoy most about this series is that it doesn't take itself too seriously. There are curses and ancient magic and potentially world-ending consequences, but there is also bribery, felonious activities, questionable plans, chaotic friendships and a LOT of kissing. 😂💋
I also loved the expansion of the magical world, the Cambridge-inspired setting, the Arthurian mythology and, most importantly, getting more Aurelia, Jules and the coven. 🥹🪄💗
If Book 1 was Bridgerton meets witches, Book 2 is basically Bridgerton meets Harry Potter meets magical Cambridge, with King Arthur mythology, a heist and two witches who really should stop committing crimes together but absolutely will not. 😂🎓🧙♀️⚔️💋
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5
January 15, 2026
My first 5 star of 2026!!!
Thank you so much to Nina, Annaliese and Simon & Schuster for giving me the opportunity to review The Wycherleys Love and Other Curses.
I was so happy to be back in the Ton with Aurelia and Jules. I thoroughly enjoyed Book 1 so when I received Book 2 I literally screamed with joy.
We are back with our favourite duo and this time we are attending Neoards College to carry out the immense task they were given at the end of Book 1.
It was so easy to settle back into this world and I loved that there were snippets here and there that jogged my memory for what happened in Book 1.
We are introduced to a new trope, found family, which is my favourite trope and the way this played out was so wonderful and warming. I wish I could attend, be magical and find my own Coven.
I am definitely invested in all the characters, they all have a uniqueness to them that blends perfectly with the coven that Aurelia and Jules are trying to establish.
The romance is like a burning love. It makes me think of Daphne when she tells Simon that she burns for him. Aurelia and Jules love is timeless and all consuming. They make me smile every time they have banter or express their love.
Sorry if this is a weird review but I don’t want to spoil too much if you haven’t read book 1. Which you really need to go and do, now! I also have a review for that on the grid.
I’m so excited to be attending an event soon and meet Analiese and Nina and maybe discuss Book 3 - because I need it! Now!! Please 😇😁😘
Thank you so much to Nina, Annaliese and Simon & Schuster for giving me the opportunity to review The Wycherleys Love and Other Curses.
I was so happy to be back in the Ton with Aurelia and Jules. I thoroughly enjoyed Book 1 so when I received Book 2 I literally screamed with joy.
We are back with our favourite duo and this time we are attending Neoards College to carry out the immense task they were given at the end of Book 1.
It was so easy to settle back into this world and I loved that there were snippets here and there that jogged my memory for what happened in Book 1.
We are introduced to a new trope, found family, which is my favourite trope and the way this played out was so wonderful and warming. I wish I could attend, be magical and find my own Coven.
I am definitely invested in all the characters, they all have a uniqueness to them that blends perfectly with the coven that Aurelia and Jules are trying to establish.
The romance is like a burning love. It makes me think of Daphne when she tells Simon that she burns for him. Aurelia and Jules love is timeless and all consuming. They make me smile every time they have banter or express their love.
Sorry if this is a weird review but I don’t want to spoil too much if you haven’t read book 1. Which you really need to go and do, now! I also have a review for that on the grid.
I’m so excited to be attending an event soon and meet Analiese and Nina and maybe discuss Book 3 - because I need it! Now!! Please 😇😁😘
January 17, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley and Simon and Schuster for allowing me to read this ARC in return for my review. All opinions are my own.
I was so excited to get back into the world of the Wycherleys! After tethering in the first book, Aurelia and Jules are now on a secret mission: to discover the Lost Quarter of the college, create their own coven of twelve and try to discover a way to bring back the Old Magic.
The blurb said to prepare for balls, late‑night study groups, hidden mysteries, a heist, the return of old foes, and a lot more kissing! And oh my god was there a lot of kissing! I enjoyed this though because it makes it a true YA novel which means it is suitable for my school library.
I love stories like this, with a magical academic setting. I find them to be easy reads and I always find myself invested in the characters. I also loved the Bridgerton vibes, Aurelia and Jules remind me of Daphne and Simon and Vaughn gives Anthony vibes definitely! I love how Aurelia and Jules’ relationship develops and how they are obsessed with each other.
I’ve just found out a third book is coming later this year, which I am glad about as the story ends on a hit of a cliffhanger. I am hoping the cover of this one is red!!! I would recommend this to students are my school!
Thank you again to NetGalley and Simon and Schuster for allowing me to read this ARC in return for my review.
I was so excited to get back into the world of the Wycherleys! After tethering in the first book, Aurelia and Jules are now on a secret mission: to discover the Lost Quarter of the college, create their own coven of twelve and try to discover a way to bring back the Old Magic.
The blurb said to prepare for balls, late‑night study groups, hidden mysteries, a heist, the return of old foes, and a lot more kissing! And oh my god was there a lot of kissing! I enjoyed this though because it makes it a true YA novel which means it is suitable for my school library.
I love stories like this, with a magical academic setting. I find them to be easy reads and I always find myself invested in the characters. I also loved the Bridgerton vibes, Aurelia and Jules remind me of Daphne and Simon and Vaughn gives Anthony vibes definitely! I love how Aurelia and Jules’ relationship develops and how they are obsessed with each other.
I’ve just found out a third book is coming later this year, which I am glad about as the story ends on a hit of a cliffhanger. I am hoping the cover of this one is red!!! I would recommend this to students are my school!
Thank you again to NetGalley and Simon and Schuster for allowing me to read this ARC in return for my review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 12, 2026
The Wycherleys: Love and Other Curses is a great second instalment, full of magic, momentum, and the growing bond between Jules and Aurelia. They shine together here, both in their romance and in the way their powers complement each other, especially as they’re suddenly faced with forming a coven and trying to save magic itself, no pressure.
The story is packed with action, emotion, and escalating stakes, and just when you think you know where it’s heading, the ending throws in a brilliant, breath‑stealing twist. It sets up book three beautifully, and it’s impossible not to be excited to see how everything unfolds next.
The story is packed with action, emotion, and escalating stakes, and just when you think you know where it’s heading, the ending throws in a brilliant, breath‑stealing twist. It sets up book three beautifully, and it’s impossible not to be excited to see how everything unfolds next.
February 9, 2026
3.5⭐
I enjoyed this but preferred the first one, though it's a close call. The first one hooked me immediately though, whereas this one took me a while to get into.
One thing I noticed were the typos in this- I spotted 3 but there could have been more. Also, some odd sentence structures. Irritating, but not detrimental. Just things that should have been picked up before it was published!
The ending of this book was much stronger than the first, and I really enjoyed the new coven plotline. That cliffhanger too?! Excited for book 3!
I enjoyed this but preferred the first one, though it's a close call. The first one hooked me immediately though, whereas this one took me a while to get into.
One thing I noticed were the typos in this- I spotted 3 but there could have been more. Also, some odd sentence structures. Irritating, but not detrimental. Just things that should have been picked up before it was published!
The ending of this book was much stronger than the first, and I really enjoyed the new coven plotline. That cliffhanger too?! Excited for book 3!
October 4, 2026
I found this super disappointing because I LOVED the first book, it’s genuinely one of my fave YA fantasy books! This just didn’t do it for me, it was an absolute slog and I kept having to put it down and come back to it because it just wasn’t drawing me in. I ended up DNFing at about 85% because I just got to the point where it was slumping me and I didn’t care how it ended…. 🥺
March 30, 2026
bence ilk kitaptan çok daha güzeldi. heyecanla okudum, özellikle son sayfalar aktı. ilk kitaptan farklı olarak percy jackson havası da sezdim okurken. keşke tek gözden olmasaymış, tek eksisi oydu bence. bir de ilkine göre daha detay olsa da yine de sadece dans ettiler gibi geliyor bir noktada :)
February 5, 2026
Well the beginning was boring and not very exciting! The end was very good. I think the author wanted to make more money and slacking on the story. Unfortunately couldn’t give it more than 3 stars. Looking forward for the 3rd book and I really hope she won’t disappoint me again!
February 11, 2026
I need book three like yesterday. MY HEART
Did Not Finish
January 26, 2026DNF at 50% - it’s not hooking me the same way as book 1
April 9, 2026
Information overload, please allow time for processing because that was a LOT to digest. (for better context, please read the first review made for the Wycherleys if possible)
This book focuses more on Aurelia and Jules honing in to create their coven, as well as navigate the troubles rising with the dark forces. The chose ones/team/gang arc if you will, mixed with the regency magical aspects of this book. It does have a feeling of being a little dragged out with the tumbling of incidents throughout the book, too much in the best and worse ways possible.
Best being there's always something that's unpredictable (mostly) happening in the book, something new that triggers the storyline and constantly reoccurring so you never miss out on the excitement. Worse being information overload, too much all at once with plenty subplots occurring at the same time (ie Jule's family issues, the sudden lore drop near the end, the changing painting). It's easy to focus on one core plot and enjoy it, but then when the other aspect happens and calls back to the other plot, it's a slight disruption to keep track of so many at once. It might be better if they were all "better connected" in the sense of timeline?
I appreciate the pov aspect being removed to focus on Aurelia while still maintaining the link with the others. Too many people spoil the broth but i understand a coven is usually 12-13 people and would mean there is a lot more characters to keep track. Perhaps those family trees to keep track alongside the calendar in front (nice touch btw).
Content wise, i think despite a LOT happening at once, it is fairly easy to retrace back to the main plot. The roses is a nice touch and callback though, brings a smile whenever they're brought up as their flowers. Power wise the ascension really begins in the second half of the book, like the enforcing part. Building and the leadup was a bit chaotic (especially with the random implied spicy scenes in between our leads, not unwelcomed but uh, pretty random at times), mostly relying on "magic gut feeling" as the reasoning behind most of them (though Evelyn is a sweetheart please protect her). Is it a valid reason? yes? is it maybe a tad little eeny flimsy-? also yes :/
Everything seems to be resolved in a timeskip, or bts training. For shows/series, it's fine because animated on screen it makes sense to constantly focus on something. But for books like these, the jumping between "peaceful" moments to suddenly "tense life threatening" seems a bit too abrupt (and even for abrupt its a scene, no lull, just jumping straight to it"). Either pick a tension building all the way or invite a slower slightly longer lull in between chapters (lessening the actives) to balance them out.
This book has so much potential, this series in general with the concept is bubbling to the brim with it. However this doesn't make me pace the halls for the third book in excitement. It's fine-? feels a bit dragged out but content wise it's simply fine..? It has the magic, the setting, the world building and dramatic plot. and the eerie curse that really should be used more often (like come ON!!, atp it doesn't sound too much like a curse more so inconvenience with sick connections side effects).
but enough yapping- i'll be waiting to have a final verdict when the final book comes out on whether it's perfection or not (saving the final word for that since i didn't realize it was a TRIOLOGY)
xoxo Ari
This book focuses more on Aurelia and Jules honing in to create their coven, as well as navigate the troubles rising with the dark forces. The chose ones/team/gang arc if you will, mixed with the regency magical aspects of this book. It does have a feeling of being a little dragged out with the tumbling of incidents throughout the book, too much in the best and worse ways possible.
Best being there's always something that's unpredictable (mostly) happening in the book, something new that triggers the storyline and constantly reoccurring so you never miss out on the excitement. Worse being information overload, too much all at once with plenty subplots occurring at the same time (ie Jule's family issues, the sudden lore drop near the end, the changing painting). It's easy to focus on one core plot and enjoy it, but then when the other aspect happens and calls back to the other plot, it's a slight disruption to keep track of so many at once. It might be better if they were all "better connected" in the sense of timeline?
I appreciate the pov aspect being removed to focus on Aurelia while still maintaining the link with the others. Too many people spoil the broth but i understand a coven is usually 12-13 people and would mean there is a lot more characters to keep track. Perhaps those family trees to keep track alongside the calendar in front (nice touch btw).
Content wise, i think despite a LOT happening at once, it is fairly easy to retrace back to the main plot. The roses is a nice touch and callback though, brings a smile whenever they're brought up as their flowers. Power wise the ascension really begins in the second half of the book, like the enforcing part. Building and the leadup was a bit chaotic (especially with the random implied spicy scenes in between our leads, not unwelcomed but uh, pretty random at times), mostly relying on "magic gut feeling" as the reasoning behind most of them (though Evelyn is a sweetheart please protect her). Is it a valid reason? yes? is it maybe a tad little eeny flimsy-? also yes :/
Everything seems to be resolved in a timeskip, or bts training. For shows/series, it's fine because animated on screen it makes sense to constantly focus on something. But for books like these, the jumping between "peaceful" moments to suddenly "tense life threatening" seems a bit too abrupt (and even for abrupt its a scene, no lull, just jumping straight to it"). Either pick a tension building all the way or invite a slower slightly longer lull in between chapters (lessening the actives) to balance them out.
This book has so much potential, this series in general with the concept is bubbling to the brim with it. However this doesn't make me pace the halls for the third book in excitement. It's fine-? feels a bit dragged out but content wise it's simply fine..? It has the magic, the setting, the world building and dramatic plot. and the eerie curse that really should be used more often (like come ON!!, atp it doesn't sound too much like a curse more so inconvenience with sick connections side effects).
but enough yapping- i'll be waiting to have a final verdict when the final book comes out on whether it's perfection or not (saving the final word for that since i didn't realize it was a TRIOLOGY)
xoxo Ari
October 2, 2026
Hexen, Runen und ein Ende mit Folgen
Im zweiten Band um die Wycherleys geht Aurelias und Jules’ Geschichte direkt weiter. Gemeinsam besuchen sie nun das Hexencollege und tauchen damit noch tiefer in die magische Welt ein. Doch neue Geheimnisse, alte Magie und die Bedrohung durch die ungebundenen Hexen sorgen dafür, dass die beiden und ihre Freunde erneut vor Herausforderungen stehen. Dabei entwickelt sich nicht nur die Handlung weiter, sondern auch Aurelia und Jules als Figuren und als Paar.
Die Mischung aus Regency-Flair, Hexenmagie und Romance funktioniert auch im zweiten Band wieder richtig gut. Vor allem das Hexencollege bringt diesmal frischen Wind in die Geschichte und sorgt für schöne Academy-Vibes, gleichzeitig wird die magische Welt größer und komplexer, vor allem durch die verschiedenen Zirkel, Runen und Formen der höheren Magie. Sehr schön ist dabei auch die Entwicklung von Aurelia und Jules, denn ihre Beziehung wirkt gefestigter, ohne dass dadurch die emotionalen Herausforderungen verschwinden. Vertrauen, gemeinsame Erlebnisse und die verschiedenen Geheimnisse geben ihrer Geschichte diesmal mehr Tiefe und auch die Nebenfiguren bekommen ausreichend Raum und tragen dazu bei, dass die Welt lebendig bleibt. Die Geschichte liest sich zudem flüssig und hat eine angenehme, leicht geheimnisvolle Atmosphäre. Kleine Details wie Briefe, Zeitungsartikel und die Einladungen zu den Hexenfeiertagen lockern das Buch zusätzlich auf und passen wunderbar zum historischen Setting. Die magischen Einfälle, vom eigenwilligen Besen bis zu verborgenen Orten, machen dazu en besonderen Charme der Reihe aus. Gerade am Anfang sind es allerdings ziemlich viele neue Namen und Informationen, bevor sich alles wieder etwas sortiert. und gegen Ende passiert beinahe zu viel auf einmal. Dennoch bleibt die Geschichte spannend und macht neugierig darauf, welche Geheimnisse noch ans Licht kommen.
Eine stimmungsvolle und spannende Fortsetzung mit mehr Magie, Geheimnissen und Entwicklung für Aurelia und Jules, die mit ihrem Ende definitiv neugierig auf Band 3 macht.
Im zweiten Band um die Wycherleys geht Aurelias und Jules’ Geschichte direkt weiter. Gemeinsam besuchen sie nun das Hexencollege und tauchen damit noch tiefer in die magische Welt ein. Doch neue Geheimnisse, alte Magie und die Bedrohung durch die ungebundenen Hexen sorgen dafür, dass die beiden und ihre Freunde erneut vor Herausforderungen stehen. Dabei entwickelt sich nicht nur die Handlung weiter, sondern auch Aurelia und Jules als Figuren und als Paar.
Die Mischung aus Regency-Flair, Hexenmagie und Romance funktioniert auch im zweiten Band wieder richtig gut. Vor allem das Hexencollege bringt diesmal frischen Wind in die Geschichte und sorgt für schöne Academy-Vibes, gleichzeitig wird die magische Welt größer und komplexer, vor allem durch die verschiedenen Zirkel, Runen und Formen der höheren Magie. Sehr schön ist dabei auch die Entwicklung von Aurelia und Jules, denn ihre Beziehung wirkt gefestigter, ohne dass dadurch die emotionalen Herausforderungen verschwinden. Vertrauen, gemeinsame Erlebnisse und die verschiedenen Geheimnisse geben ihrer Geschichte diesmal mehr Tiefe und auch die Nebenfiguren bekommen ausreichend Raum und tragen dazu bei, dass die Welt lebendig bleibt. Die Geschichte liest sich zudem flüssig und hat eine angenehme, leicht geheimnisvolle Atmosphäre. Kleine Details wie Briefe, Zeitungsartikel und die Einladungen zu den Hexenfeiertagen lockern das Buch zusätzlich auf und passen wunderbar zum historischen Setting. Die magischen Einfälle, vom eigenwilligen Besen bis zu verborgenen Orten, machen dazu en besonderen Charme der Reihe aus. Gerade am Anfang sind es allerdings ziemlich viele neue Namen und Informationen, bevor sich alles wieder etwas sortiert. und gegen Ende passiert beinahe zu viel auf einmal. Dennoch bleibt die Geschichte spannend und macht neugierig darauf, welche Geheimnisse noch ans Licht kommen.
Eine stimmungsvolle und spannende Fortsetzung mit mehr Magie, Geheimnissen und Entwicklung für Aurelia und Jules, die mit ihrem Ende definitiv neugierig auf Band 3 macht.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
I received a review copy from the publisher as part of preparing for a UKYASpotlight interview. It has not affected my opinions.
LOVE AND OTHER CURSES is a great return to this regency-esque world of magic. There are balls and spells and plenty of swoony moments between Aurelia and Jules.
Rather than a tale about falling in love, this book focuses on an established relationship dealing with the various pressures trying to save the world puts on them. I did like that there wasn't any big make-or-break moments and instead the romance plot line was more about support and working through the strain of expectations (and a few secrets that caused the biggest wobble.)
Aurelia and Jules have to form their own coven in this book, guided partly by magic. Some of the faces in their coven are familiar (Constance would have hexed them if she wasn't involved!) while others are new. I really liked the balance of new and old characters. We get to see a new side to Vaughn and Aurelia's relationship now the pressures of being debutantes is off them (and Vaughn has learnt that he doesn't need to shield Aurelia quite so much!) The new cast members also offer new dynamics with their own interests and quirks for the core cast to play off.
We get to learn a little more about the history behind magic being in the state it's currently in, enough hints to understand the shape (but not exact substance) of what the issue is. I am personally looking forward to the big reveal in a future instalment of what exactly the magical issue is. The information has been very carefully controlled to create that sense of progress in understanding while keeping the key bits back for a big reveal (and it certainly feels like it is going to be a big reveal!)
There is another book coming in this series, and it's due in September - I'm so excited that this series is getting an accelerated release schedule. Less time waiting to find out what happens next!
LOVE AND OTHER CURSES is a great return to this regency-esque world of magic. There are balls and spells and plenty of swoony moments between Aurelia and Jules.
Rather than a tale about falling in love, this book focuses on an established relationship dealing with the various pressures trying to save the world puts on them. I did like that there wasn't any big make-or-break moments and instead the romance plot line was more about support and working through the strain of expectations (and a few secrets that caused the biggest wobble.)
Aurelia and Jules have to form their own coven in this book, guided partly by magic. Some of the faces in their coven are familiar (Constance would have hexed them if she wasn't involved!) while others are new. I really liked the balance of new and old characters. We get to see a new side to Vaughn and Aurelia's relationship now the pressures of being debutantes is off them (and Vaughn has learnt that he doesn't need to shield Aurelia quite so much!) The new cast members also offer new dynamics with their own interests and quirks for the core cast to play off.
We get to learn a little more about the history behind magic being in the state it's currently in, enough hints to understand the shape (but not exact substance) of what the issue is. I am personally looking forward to the big reveal in a future instalment of what exactly the magical issue is. The information has been very carefully controlled to create that sense of progress in understanding while keeping the key bits back for a big reveal (and it certainly feels like it is going to be a big reveal!)
There is another book coming in this series, and it's due in September - I'm so excited that this series is getting an accelerated release schedule. Less time waiting to find out what happens next!
February 7, 2026
I absolutely adored ‘The Wycherleys’, it was one of those books that caught my eye in Waterstones, and it absolutely called to me. It was like Bridgerton meets Sabrina the Teenage Witch, it was charming and enchanting and utterly heartwarming. You just felt good reading it. So I was super excited for book two, and the story itself didn’t disappoint. This book gave me all the charm and romance and whimsy I adored in the first book, but with an even more adventurous storyline that flowed well and drew you in.
The only issue I had with this book was the editing. There were a couple of typos and errors that my eye snagged on and it took me out of the story for a moment, and the word ‘widdershins’. ‘Widdershins’ was used SO many times, in fact almost every single time somebody went near a door with a key, the word ‘widdershins’ was used, and because it’s not a very commonplace word, it was super noticeable, and by the end felt a little like I was playing a drinking game. I feel like it just needed an editor to do a final proof read and those little moments that took me out of the book would’ve been caught and fixed.
I still loved it, this series just gives you the best vibes, the romance has you giggling and kicking your feet, instead of found-family, it’s finding your coven! And there were some little twists and secrets that popped up that I was not expecting and left me absolutely desperate for the next book!
The only issue I had with this book was the editing. There were a couple of typos and errors that my eye snagged on and it took me out of the story for a moment, and the word ‘widdershins’. ‘Widdershins’ was used SO many times, in fact almost every single time somebody went near a door with a key, the word ‘widdershins’ was used, and because it’s not a very commonplace word, it was super noticeable, and by the end felt a little like I was playing a drinking game. I feel like it just needed an editor to do a final proof read and those little moments that took me out of the book would’ve been caught and fixed.
I still loved it, this series just gives you the best vibes, the romance has you giggling and kicking your feet, instead of found-family, it’s finding your coven! And there were some little twists and secrets that popped up that I was not expecting and left me absolutely desperate for the next book!
January 26, 2026
A beautiful sequel from Annaliese Avery!
I love how the plot of this book is a mix of YA Bridgerton and Harry Potter. Its got balls and courting and promenading mixed with spells and runes and magic. Love it!
The characters of this book are all so strong. From Aurelia and Jules' love and connection, to the found family of the coven, to the sinisterness of the villain. Everyone is written so well.
I love Aurelia and Jules' relationship! They are so absolutely adorable and the romance in this book was upped so much more than book 1. Their tension and banter is delicious and the love they have for each other is so pure!
I love how our FMC Aurelia is so unbelievably loyal. Not just to Jules but to her friends (her coven), her family and herself. She just wants to do whats right for the kingdom and for the magic.
There were a slight few issues. Firstly there were a lot of mistakes. I noticed a few gramatical errors and a major one was it jumped from chapter 17 to 19. There was nothing missing from the book but that is a major oversight. I also think some of the language used isn't in keeping with the time period. The phrase "made out" is used and that absolutely wouldn't have been used in Regency England.
All in all a really good sequel and I'm very much looking forward to book 3.
I love how the plot of this book is a mix of YA Bridgerton and Harry Potter. Its got balls and courting and promenading mixed with spells and runes and magic. Love it!
The characters of this book are all so strong. From Aurelia and Jules' love and connection, to the found family of the coven, to the sinisterness of the villain. Everyone is written so well.
I love Aurelia and Jules' relationship! They are so absolutely adorable and the romance in this book was upped so much more than book 1. Their tension and banter is delicious and the love they have for each other is so pure!
I love how our FMC Aurelia is so unbelievably loyal. Not just to Jules but to her friends (her coven), her family and herself. She just wants to do whats right for the kingdom and for the magic.
There were a slight few issues. Firstly there were a lot of mistakes. I noticed a few gramatical errors and a major one was it jumped from chapter 17 to 19. There was nothing missing from the book but that is a major oversight. I also think some of the language used isn't in keeping with the time period. The phrase "made out" is used and that absolutely wouldn't have been used in Regency England.
All in all a really good sequel and I'm very much looking forward to book 3.
March 18, 2026
3.5 stars
it was so much fun to be back in this world and with these characters. Aurelia & Jules are such likeable characters but also feel realistic as they are not perfect at all times. their relationship is so sweet and I love the flirty banter they’ve continued to have in this book. it adds a nice bit of lightness to a plot that is getting increasingly high stakes!
there were a lot of strong plot points in this book and a continued exploration into the magical and political system in this world. there were also a good few twists that kept the plot exciting. I was definitely engaged with the plot and what was happening. however, I will say that at times, although I was engaged, I found myself not as committed to this as I was the first book. I found the pacing didn’t work as consistently well throughout the middle of this book.
that being said, I still think this book was a lot of fun and I enjoyed where we went with the story, even if the journey there wasn’t always my favourite. the creation of a coven for Aurelia & Jules was enjoyable and the exploration of the lost quarter, as well as the growing tensions and fears surrounding the untethered coven were good additions to the plot. I am also so intrigued to continue with the way this book ended!
overall, I enjoyed my time with this book, I just preferred the first one! but i am still invested to continue!
it was so much fun to be back in this world and with these characters. Aurelia & Jules are such likeable characters but also feel realistic as they are not perfect at all times. their relationship is so sweet and I love the flirty banter they’ve continued to have in this book. it adds a nice bit of lightness to a plot that is getting increasingly high stakes!
there were a lot of strong plot points in this book and a continued exploration into the magical and political system in this world. there were also a good few twists that kept the plot exciting. I was definitely engaged with the plot and what was happening. however, I will say that at times, although I was engaged, I found myself not as committed to this as I was the first book. I found the pacing didn’t work as consistently well throughout the middle of this book.
that being said, I still think this book was a lot of fun and I enjoyed where we went with the story, even if the journey there wasn’t always my favourite. the creation of a coven for Aurelia & Jules was enjoyable and the exploration of the lost quarter, as well as the growing tensions and fears surrounding the untethered coven were good additions to the plot. I am also so intrigued to continue with the way this book ended!
overall, I enjoyed my time with this book, I just preferred the first one! but i am still invested to continue!
March 9, 2026
Taking place right after the excitement of Aurelia and Jules finding out they are perfect for each other, both for tethering (despite Aurelia's curse) and in the romance department while also fighting off those untethered who want all the power, they head off to college for witches! What follows is new secrets discovered about the past and the curse that Heston Nightly put on the Wycherley line, trouble stirred up by the Untethered Coven (who of course escaped!) and the added burden of finding their own coven to stand up against the forces of malevolence!
This book is very fast paced and the schooling goes quickly (kinda wished we could spend more time on that) but it is chockfull of friendships that have your back, curses or not, a love that can withstand anything, and feats of magic that can change the world! I am a big fan of Aurelia and Jules who are so sweet despite the troubles that arise and I am invested in this series now, especially how this second book ends (bit of a shocking cliff hanger!). Aurelia and Jules forever! And their coven of friends.
Great series and great book, full of sweetness, coziness, good friends, great love, and a magic stronger than any Untethered witches!
This book is very fast paced and the schooling goes quickly (kinda wished we could spend more time on that) but it is chockfull of friendships that have your back, curses or not, a love that can withstand anything, and feats of magic that can change the world! I am a big fan of Aurelia and Jules who are so sweet despite the troubles that arise and I am invested in this series now, especially how this second book ends (bit of a shocking cliff hanger!). Aurelia and Jules forever! And their coven of friends.
Great series and great book, full of sweetness, coziness, good friends, great love, and a magic stronger than any Untethered witches!
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