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The Witch's Pet
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Expected 11 Feb 26A young woman accidentally binds herself to a powerful witch who must feed on her life force in this lesbian dark romantasy.
When Hannah accidentally breaks an ancient spell and binds herself to Julia Moreau, a powerful witch who was cursed to an enchanted sleep a century ago, the reluctant duo must hunt down Julia’s old coven to sever the bond.
But Julia is a sanguine witch who draws her power from the life force of others. To keep them both alive, Hannah must allow Julia to feed on her essence—a ritual that grows more intimate with every repetition, blurring the line between necessity and desire.
The Witch’s Pet is a forced-proximity, age-gap lesbian paranormal romance perfect for fans of steamy romantasy and morally gray witches.
When Hannah accidentally breaks an ancient spell and binds herself to Julia Moreau, a powerful witch who was cursed to an enchanted sleep a century ago, the reluctant duo must hunt down Julia’s old coven to sever the bond.
But Julia is a sanguine witch who draws her power from the life force of others. To keep them both alive, Hannah must allow Julia to feed on her essence—a ritual that grows more intimate with every repetition, blurring the line between necessity and desire.
The Witch’s Pet is a forced-proximity, age-gap lesbian paranormal romance perfect for fans of steamy romantasy and morally gray witches.
271 pages, ebook
Expected publication February 11, 2026
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About the author
Tiana Warner
81 books740 followersTiana Warner is a #1 Amazon Bestselling Author whose books have been featured on BuzzFeed, Gizmodo, Paste Magazine, Tor, Book Riot, Foreword Reviews, and more. She is the winner of the Best Indie Book Award, the Dante Rossetti Awards, and Sequential Magazine’s Favourite Writer Award. Her works have been optioned for film and TV.
Tiana is a bisexual author who writes sapphic romance novels and comics. Her books include the critically acclaimed, Amazon bestselling series, Mermaids of Eriana Kwai and its graphic novel adaptation, as well as The Valkyrie’s Daughter (Entangled Teen), How to Flirt with a Witch, and several lesbian romance novels with Ylva Publishing.
Born and raised in British Columbia, Canada, Tiana is an outdoor enthusiast and a lifelong horseback rider. She is passionate about animal welfare and is an active volunteer with BC animal shelters and dog rescue organizations. You can often find her cuddling a foster dog, riding her horse Flynn, or exploring nature.
Find her online at tianawarner.com.
Tiana is a bisexual author who writes sapphic romance novels and comics. Her books include the critically acclaimed, Amazon bestselling series, Mermaids of Eriana Kwai and its graphic novel adaptation, as well as The Valkyrie’s Daughter (Entangled Teen), How to Flirt with a Witch, and several lesbian romance novels with Ylva Publishing.
Born and raised in British Columbia, Canada, Tiana is an outdoor enthusiast and a lifelong horseback rider. She is passionate about animal welfare and is an active volunteer with BC animal shelters and dog rescue organizations. You can often find her cuddling a foster dog, riding her horse Flynn, or exploring nature.
Find her online at tianawarner.com.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
3.5 stars 3🌶
I had read another book by this author before, so I was excited to get the opportunity to read this one. The story takes place over a day or so time period, so things move fast. Hannah, you can totally sympathize with. She just got dumped by her girlfriend Riley. She burns a book and ends up shackled so to speak to a vengeful witch. Julia, is a dark sanguine witch playing up the evil aspect. I'm a huge fan of dark romantasy, to me this falls a bit short.
Julia is a bit 1 dimensional, I think if her character was given a bit more to work with, then I would have enjoyed her more. My disconnection to that character seemed to take away from my enjoyment.
To me this was a good story, but not great.
tropes: touch her and ☠️, forced proximity, instant infatuation, secret witchcraft society
I was given an advanced copy for an honest review.
I had read another book by this author before, so I was excited to get the opportunity to read this one. The story takes place over a day or so time period, so things move fast. Hannah, you can totally sympathize with. She just got dumped by her girlfriend Riley. She burns a book and ends up shackled so to speak to a vengeful witch. Julia, is a dark sanguine witch playing up the evil aspect. I'm a huge fan of dark romantasy, to me this falls a bit short.
Julia is a bit 1 dimensional, I think if her character was given a bit more to work with, then I would have enjoyed her more. My disconnection to that character seemed to take away from my enjoyment.
To me this was a good story, but not great.
tropes: touch her and ☠️, forced proximity, instant infatuation, secret witchcraft society
I was given an advanced copy for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I got to read this as an ARC and absolutely loved it. I couldn't put it down. It was so refreshing to have a young FMC who wasn't flighty or annoying. I loved Julia as a character, her inner struggles and character arc are amazing. Hannah's feelings of abandonment are written so well I was brought to tears, the true sign of an excellent book. I will definitely be checking out more of this author's books.
Review of advance copy received from Author
2.75 ⭐
This is a dark romance, but more on the lighter side of dark. I’m not totally sure I’d personally label it as full dark romance, even though it definitely has many of the classic elements.
The story follows Hannah, who is going through a breakup and decides to burn everything that reminds her of her ex. In the process, she accidentally binds herself to Julia Moreau, a powerful witch who survives by feeding on others’ energy. Now they’re forced to work together to break the spell before it’s too late…
I was really excited to pick this up because sapphic dark romances are still pretty rare, and the premise sounded amazing. While I don’t think the execution fully lived up to the potential for me, I can see what the author was going for. The story moves very quickly from the start, which gave it a fast-paced feel, though I personally wanted a bit more time to emotionally connect with the characters.
Julia, in particular, was harder for me to connect with. Even after learning about her past and seeing moments of vulnerability, I still struggled to fully warm up to her character. That said, I did appreciate that the story shows she’s capable of caring. I connected more with Hannah, and her growth felt more natural to me. By the end, I really enjoyed seeing her step into her power throughout the story.
The romance itself was a bit hit-or-miss for me. The enemies-to-lovers transition felt a little fast, and there’s definitely an insta-lust/insta-love element. Personally, I tend to prefer more emotional buildup in romance, because that’s what makes the relationship feel grounded for me. Here when they eventually start opening up to each other, I wanted to feel a bit more emotional payoff, but I can see how it might work better for readers who enjoy faster-paced romance development.
The ending left me curious about what could happen next. It feels like it could set up a sequel, which I would be interested in seeing, especially to explore the characters and world more deeply.
Overall, this one wasn’t a perfect match for me personally, but I can definitely see why others would enjoy it. If you like fast-paced dark romance, morally gray characters, and forced proximity, this might be a great pick for you.
Huge thank you to the author for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
This is a dark romance, but more on the lighter side of dark. I’m not totally sure I’d personally label it as full dark romance, even though it definitely has many of the classic elements.
The story follows Hannah, who is going through a breakup and decides to burn everything that reminds her of her ex. In the process, she accidentally binds herself to Julia Moreau, a powerful witch who survives by feeding on others’ energy. Now they’re forced to work together to break the spell before it’s too late…
I was really excited to pick this up because sapphic dark romances are still pretty rare, and the premise sounded amazing. While I don’t think the execution fully lived up to the potential for me, I can see what the author was going for. The story moves very quickly from the start, which gave it a fast-paced feel, though I personally wanted a bit more time to emotionally connect with the characters.
Julia, in particular, was harder for me to connect with. Even after learning about her past and seeing moments of vulnerability, I still struggled to fully warm up to her character. That said, I did appreciate that the story shows she’s capable of caring. I connected more with Hannah, and her growth felt more natural to me. By the end, I really enjoyed seeing her step into her power throughout the story.
The romance itself was a bit hit-or-miss for me. The enemies-to-lovers transition felt a little fast, and there’s definitely an insta-lust/insta-love element. Personally, I tend to prefer more emotional buildup in romance, because that’s what makes the relationship feel grounded for me. Here when they eventually start opening up to each other, I wanted to feel a bit more emotional payoff, but I can see how it might work better for readers who enjoy faster-paced romance development.
The ending left me curious about what could happen next. It feels like it could set up a sequel, which I would be interested in seeing, especially to explore the characters and world more deeply.
Overall, this one wasn’t a perfect match for me personally, but I can definitely see why others would enjoy it. If you like fast-paced dark romance, morally gray characters, and forced proximity, this might be a great pick for you.
Huge thank you to the author for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A fast-paced, dark, and erotic paranormal romance. There are tropes of forced proximity, insta-love, age-gap, and morally gray MC, maybe even ice-queen.
The story deals with issues of compassion, forgiveness (to others and self), past trauma and its effect on present life, vulnerability, and honesty in a relationship.
The depth of the story is surprising, considering the multiple events happening throughout the night. So many, in fact, that it leaves little room for emotional and personal development (and yet, the characters' arc exists despite an extremely short timeline!). However, the emotional connection, enhanced by magic, is compelling and even suspenseful.
The story is tightly edited, evident through the pacing. Everything is done right with things falling into place at the right time, without losing the suspense, without faltering through over-inflated inner monologues or descriptions. There is a skillful hand directing the action and it shows.
I also must applaud the author for creating such a wonderful villainess who is not looking for redemption but is forced towards it anyway. Such a dark MC elevates the whole story and drives the emotional confusion even further for the other MC.
The only thing that was missing, for me, was a nice little epilogue that would tell me what happened 3-4 years later… Just to reassure me that all is well.
Despite that, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, and I highly recommend it for lovers of paranormal and/or dark romance.
Rating: 4.5 stars
Disclaimer: I received an ARC of this book and am leaving this review voluntarily.
The story deals with issues of compassion, forgiveness (to others and self), past trauma and its effect on present life, vulnerability, and honesty in a relationship.
The depth of the story is surprising, considering the multiple events happening throughout the night. So many, in fact, that it leaves little room for emotional and personal development (and yet, the characters' arc exists despite an extremely short timeline!). However, the emotional connection, enhanced by magic, is compelling and even suspenseful.
The story is tightly edited, evident through the pacing. Everything is done right with things falling into place at the right time, without losing the suspense, without faltering through over-inflated inner monologues or descriptions. There is a skillful hand directing the action and it shows.
I also must applaud the author for creating such a wonderful villainess who is not looking for redemption but is forced towards it anyway. Such a dark MC elevates the whole story and drives the emotional confusion even further for the other MC.
The only thing that was missing, for me, was a nice little epilogue that would tell me what happened 3-4 years later… Just to reassure me that all is well.
Despite that, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, and I highly recommend it for lovers of paranormal and/or dark romance.
Rating: 4.5 stars
Disclaimer: I received an ARC of this book and am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow, I absolutely loved everything about this book! Right from the start, I connected with Hannah as she dramatically burns all of her ex’s belongings in her backyard. When a thick old book is accidentally reduced to ash, it sparks a chain reaction of events she never could’ve anticipated. Watching Hannah rise to the challenge and fully lean into her badass side was incredibly satisfying.
A witch who feeds on human essence was such a fresh and intriguing idea, I was immediately hooked! Julia is unapologetically morally gray and fully owns it, making her a fascinating, multi-layered character. As those layers are slowly revealed, you see that her fearsome reputation, though deserved, hides a much more complex woman beneath. Her constant clashes with Hannah lead to some seriously entertaining banter, but beneath it all, there’s an undeniable chemistry that reaches far beyond their magical bond.
The Witch’s Pet delivers a perfect blend of magic, tension, and emotional depth that kept me hooked from beginning to end. The fast-paced plot, immersive writing, and complex characters make it a standout read, especially for anyone who loves morally gray leads and sizzling chemistry. If you’re looking for a story that’s thrilling, original, and impossible to put down, this one is definitely worth picking up.
Check out my complete review at TheLesbianReview.com
A witch who feeds on human essence was such a fresh and intriguing idea, I was immediately hooked! Julia is unapologetically morally gray and fully owns it, making her a fascinating, multi-layered character. As those layers are slowly revealed, you see that her fearsome reputation, though deserved, hides a much more complex woman beneath. Her constant clashes with Hannah lead to some seriously entertaining banter, but beneath it all, there’s an undeniable chemistry that reaches far beyond their magical bond.
The Witch’s Pet delivers a perfect blend of magic, tension, and emotional depth that kept me hooked from beginning to end. The fast-paced plot, immersive writing, and complex characters make it a standout read, especially for anyone who loves morally gray leads and sizzling chemistry. If you’re looking for a story that’s thrilling, original, and impossible to put down, this one is definitely worth picking up.
Check out my complete review at TheLesbianReview.com
Review of advance copy received from Author
LOVED this novel as much as I loved the forest scene! When a young woman called Hannah is suddenly broken up with by her girlfriend Riley, she’s devastated. She decides to move on by burning all of Riley’s possessions that she left behind in a bonfire she starts with her best friend. After she burns mainly everything, there’s a journal left behind that Riley had used to write poems for her in. There’s an inscription inside that Hannah can’t make out, and never asked about. Her best friend warns her that she should keep that one item, but she doesn’t listen to his suggestion and burns it once she’s alone. All of a sudden, a beautiful and older witch called Julia appears in the remains of the fire, ash surrounding them. They both find out that they’re bonded to one another and have very little time left to break the spell that a celestial witch cast before they’re linked together for eternity and if one dies, so does the other. Julia gets weaker by the second, needing to feed on essence as a sanguine witch. Hannah doesn’t want her to hurt anyone else, so she offers herself up. Soul tied, they can’t escape eachother, but do they even want to?
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is a well written and addictive fantasy, with a push and pull intensive love affair between a young woman Hannah and an old witch Julia. The worldbuilding is fantastic, I admire the author's vivid imagination and the characters real and interesting. But throughout the book, I have a strong dislike of Julia, whose exist depending on draining other people's life energy, a ruthless killer, selfish and totally disregard others' lives. I don't understand why smart and kindhearted Hannah falls for such a cold witch even fully knowing her criminal history. The book ends on a bright note, a hint of happily ever after, but I just can't imagine how the couple can be truly happy together, Julia has to be totally transformed from her witchy ways and find other methods to stay alive.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A witch who fills her power by draining others' life forces, and a young woman who becomes magically bound to her.
Spiciest book I've ever written. 🔥
Spiciest book I've ever written. 🔥
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