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Okay, Who Was It? The Spiced Edition
“Ev’ry towne or vylage betwixt XX & D ſoules ſhalt ha’ a wytch. Sed wytch ſhouldst at th’ ende of th’ towne lyv, yet ſtyll wythinne th’ bownds. They wilt doe th’ lyſt’d ſervys & protecſion…”
Phee, the village witch and gift shop owner, is celebrating Beltane (and trying to avoid the dreaded committee) when a late-night visitor disturbs the wards around her property. Discovering a Prince of Hell in her garden is not something she expected, ever. Especially one with the audacity to demand her help. Gaap, King of the Southern Quarter, is shocked to find himself on the earthly plane for the first time in centuries, summoned by an unknown witch.
Join Phee and Gaap as they discover a love of shopping, modern technology, bacon, the reason for his summoning and who is ultimately responsible for it.
Set in the fictional English village of Amberfell, this novella blends fantasy, a touch of history, romance, and mystery into an engaging, humorous tale.
“Okay, Who Was It?” is the first novella in the new End of Little Folk Lane series.
Phee, the village witch and gift shop owner, is celebrating Beltane (and trying to avoid the dreaded committee) when a late-night visitor disturbs the wards around her property. Discovering a Prince of Hell in her garden is not something she expected, ever. Especially one with the audacity to demand her help. Gaap, King of the Southern Quarter, is shocked to find himself on the earthly plane for the first time in centuries, summoned by an unknown witch.
Join Phee and Gaap as they discover a love of shopping, modern technology, bacon, the reason for his summoning and who is ultimately responsible for it.
Set in the fictional English village of Amberfell, this novella blends fantasy, a touch of history, romance, and mystery into an engaging, humorous tale.
“Okay, Who Was It?” is the first novella in the new End of Little Folk Lane series.
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April 26, 2026
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book was such a delightful read— it was the perfect mix of adventure, fantasy, cozy and whimsical witchy vibes, romance, and mystery.
To begin with the world building was done so well, and it gave me the coziest, most whimsical vibes ever. The way the author described Amberfell made me want to jump into the book and live there right with the characters. Another thing I loved about the world building was that even though it takes place in the modern world, the author didn’t put too much emphasis on the everyday technology that we use, so it still gave off olden-days fantasy world. Like how Phee uses magic to do laundry and chores and doesn’t whip out a Dyson vacuum— we love that. The humour was also very delightfully British: it’s so dry that it’s perfect. I could not count the amount of times I laughed when Phee had an internal monologue about how much of a pain Celia is.
Now, let’s get into the characters.
Phee is the village witch and she was SUCH a mood. Her internal monologues remind me of a grumpy old man who can’t hide the scowl on their face (in the best way possible), except, she hides her scowl behind a smile over dripping with sweetness. I also loved the fact that she doesn’t give a crap about what others have to say about her and will continue to do things her way. Now THIS is a strong female character: someone who doesn’t back down when others challenge them.
Gaap is a demon who just so happens to find himself in Phee’s backyard in the middle of the night. I was not expecting someone so … wholesome for a demon. To be honest, I was expecting the usual dark brooding demon that we see often now in the romantasy genres so he was a breath of fresh air! But of course, just because his personality isn’t like those of a dark romantasy MC, it doesn’t mean his body isn’t. His cute personality is juxtaposed by a whopping 6’6” of ripped muscles, topped with a model’s face with wings and horns. But honestly, he is such a vibe— like we don’t condone toxic f boy energy in Little Folk Lane! He’s giving major golden retriever boyfriend energy. One of my favourite lines from him: “I made more coffee, for your big cup.” Okay, go off king! We love a domestic man. And not him calling Phee’s tumblr a big mug ahahaha.
And omg I loved Keith so much! He is an imp in the form of a dog and at first, I didn’t know how I felt about having another random character pop up but I actually loved him so much. He, like Gaap, was so wholesome; like him realizing he loves getting pets and sniffing around outside. I LOVED that snippet of his POV where we saw how mischievous and smart he was… so he isn’t just a cute little dog, he’s got some spice to him!
So the fantasy aspects were definitely on point and the romance also felt very natural. Even though Phee and Gaap has only known each other for what… one week? Their relationship did not feel forced or rushed in the slightest. I have no idea how the author managed to do this but it was honestly magical. And because this novella is quite short, their romance was also short and sweet. There was no unneeded drama or misunderstandings and they simply fully trust each other which was just chef’s kiss. In terms of the mystery, while there weren’t any unexpected twists or jaw dropping moments, I found I didn’t really mind it since the focus of this novella was more on the fantasy and cozy side.
All in all, “Okay, who was it?” is the perfect read if you’re looking for something light-hearted, filled with magic and romance, with a touch of mystery and humour that will knock your socks off.
This book was such a delightful read— it was the perfect mix of adventure, fantasy, cozy and whimsical witchy vibes, romance, and mystery.
To begin with the world building was done so well, and it gave me the coziest, most whimsical vibes ever. The way the author described Amberfell made me want to jump into the book and live there right with the characters. Another thing I loved about the world building was that even though it takes place in the modern world, the author didn’t put too much emphasis on the everyday technology that we use, so it still gave off olden-days fantasy world. Like how Phee uses magic to do laundry and chores and doesn’t whip out a Dyson vacuum— we love that. The humour was also very delightfully British: it’s so dry that it’s perfect. I could not count the amount of times I laughed when Phee had an internal monologue about how much of a pain Celia is.
Now, let’s get into the characters.
Phee is the village witch and she was SUCH a mood. Her internal monologues remind me of a grumpy old man who can’t hide the scowl on their face (in the best way possible), except, she hides her scowl behind a smile over dripping with sweetness. I also loved the fact that she doesn’t give a crap about what others have to say about her and will continue to do things her way. Now THIS is a strong female character: someone who doesn’t back down when others challenge them.
Gaap is a demon who just so happens to find himself in Phee’s backyard in the middle of the night. I was not expecting someone so … wholesome for a demon. To be honest, I was expecting the usual dark brooding demon that we see often now in the romantasy genres so he was a breath of fresh air! But of course, just because his personality isn’t like those of a dark romantasy MC, it doesn’t mean his body isn’t. His cute personality is juxtaposed by a whopping 6’6” of ripped muscles, topped with a model’s face with wings and horns. But honestly, he is such a vibe— like we don’t condone toxic f boy energy in Little Folk Lane! He’s giving major golden retriever boyfriend energy. One of my favourite lines from him: “I made more coffee, for your big cup.” Okay, go off king! We love a domestic man. And not him calling Phee’s tumblr a big mug ahahaha.
And omg I loved Keith so much! He is an imp in the form of a dog and at first, I didn’t know how I felt about having another random character pop up but I actually loved him so much. He, like Gaap, was so wholesome; like him realizing he loves getting pets and sniffing around outside. I LOVED that snippet of his POV where we saw how mischievous and smart he was… so he isn’t just a cute little dog, he’s got some spice to him!
So the fantasy aspects were definitely on point and the romance also felt very natural. Even though Phee and Gaap has only known each other for what… one week? Their relationship did not feel forced or rushed in the slightest. I have no idea how the author managed to do this but it was honestly magical. And because this novella is quite short, their romance was also short and sweet. There was no unneeded drama or misunderstandings and they simply fully trust each other which was just chef’s kiss. In terms of the mystery, while there weren’t any unexpected twists or jaw dropping moments, I found I didn’t really mind it since the focus of this novella was more on the fantasy and cozy side.
All in all, “Okay, who was it?” is the perfect read if you’re looking for something light-hearted, filled with magic and romance, with a touch of mystery and humour that will knock your socks off.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A cute and cozy Tale with Phee as the village witch This was a short cozy mystery read and I loved it. I can not wait to see how the story progresses in this series.
April 2, 2026
ARC Review
•For such a short novella, this story sure did pack a punch. A witch falls for a demon trope, is a sub-genre I didn’t know I would love so much. Our FMC, Phee, is the village witch of a small town. She runs a little souvenir shop with a little bit of a witchy twist. One night while she is asleep after the Beltane festival, she is woken up by something trying to get through her wards. Enter Gaap, a literal prince from Hell, who is completely sloshed and utterly naked when she finds him in her backyard. After he realizes that she isn’t the being who summoned him, she allows him to come inside her home while they figure out what their next steps are. She realizes that there is someone else who is part of the supernatural community, and now it is their mission to figure out how and why Gaap was summoned. This story has a lot of humor, plot twists, history, and romance that had me reading it in just a few short hours. I sure do hope we will get more of these characters in books to come, their chemistry is immaculate.•
•For such a short novella, this story sure did pack a punch. A witch falls for a demon trope, is a sub-genre I didn’t know I would love so much. Our FMC, Phee, is the village witch of a small town. She runs a little souvenir shop with a little bit of a witchy twist. One night while she is asleep after the Beltane festival, she is woken up by something trying to get through her wards. Enter Gaap, a literal prince from Hell, who is completely sloshed and utterly naked when she finds him in her backyard. After he realizes that she isn’t the being who summoned him, she allows him to come inside her home while they figure out what their next steps are. She realizes that there is someone else who is part of the supernatural community, and now it is their mission to figure out how and why Gaap was summoned. This story has a lot of humor, plot twists, history, and romance that had me reading it in just a few short hours. I sure do hope we will get more of these characters in books to come, their chemistry is immaculate.•
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April 12, 2026
I. Am. Obsessed. What the actually hell (pun intended, iykyk) did I just read.
I need more and I need it now.
What started off as cosy fantasy vibes ended in high stakes! I cannot express how much I loved this and how much I want to go back to this world already.
Also, shout out to Keith for being gold star side character.
I need more and I need it now.
What started off as cosy fantasy vibes ended in high stakes! I cannot express how much I loved this and how much I want to go back to this world already.
Also, shout out to Keith for being gold star side character.
April 13, 2026
What a cute, fun, whimsical read! I enjoyed every word and every second. I didn’t want it to end! Gaap is such a respectful and kind demon. The way he was so caring towards Phee was so cute! Definitely a great read!! You won’t be disappointed.
March 14, 2026
I always enjoy a book about witches and this one did not disappoint! I loved that Gaap, the Demon, was a golden Labrador rather a scary beast. The love story was magic and despite the rocky start, they made a great team. This book needs a sequel! I would love to dive further into Jess and her background, not to mention grumpy old Celia. I absolutely recommend this book for an amazing storyline, and a good amount of spice :)
April 13, 2026
I received this as an ARC for free. I loved this book and the characters. So many great twists and surprises throughout that kept me on my toes. It is set in modern times but with witches and demons and angels. The vibe of the story was still somehow medieval almost despite the modern setting, which I enjoyed. I’m excited to see more of these characters.
March 27, 2026
I received this ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review. I read the sweet version instead of the spicy, and I love that that’s even an option.
This story was so much fun! I loved the small-town vibes and the humor throughout.
You’ll like this if you enjoy:
• Golden retriever MMCs (this one just happens to be a demon 👀)
• Romantasy with mystery elements
• Cozy, whimsical vibes
There’s minimal language (just a few mild words). Overall, I really enjoyed it! Thank you again to the author for the ARC 🫶
This story was so much fun! I loved the small-town vibes and the humor throughout.
You’ll like this if you enjoy:
• Golden retriever MMCs (this one just happens to be a demon 👀)
• Romantasy with mystery elements
• Cozy, whimsical vibes
There’s minimal language (just a few mild words). Overall, I really enjoyed it! Thank you again to the author for the ARC 🫶
March 20, 2026
Arc reading. Loved the quick short story. Maybe wish there was more time spent on the story building, give more chance to fall for the main characters. But started reading last night and was excited to return these evening and finish.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you so very much to Thryn Knox for sending me an ARC of Okay, Who Was it? 🩷✨ I’m so grateful that you trusted me with your wonderful book.
Okay, Who Was it? It was dripping in whimsy, comfort and mystery. It had the kind of comfort that drew you in, wrapped you in a warm blanket and sat you in front of a pleasantly warm hearth.
⋆⁺₊⋆ ☾𖤓 ⋆⁺₊⋆ ִ ࣪𖤐 ⋆⁺₊⋆ ☾𖤓 ⋆⁺₊⋆ ִ ࣪𖤐 ⋆⁺₊⋆ ☾𖤓 ⋆⁺₊⋆
⏾ The setting of Amberfell was warm and welcoming. It felt familiar whilst retaining that magical feeling that I adored. I wanted to live in this small village and become fast friends with the grumpy x sunshine pairing that was Anthony and Lewis. The village felt like a character in its own right, which is a testament to Thyrn Knox’s beautiful, but never superfluous, writing style.
⏾ I can feel the love Thryn Knox put into this book through the level of history interwoven through this tale. I hold a lot of respect for an author that pours so much research into the world they create. This is especially reflected in the Historical note at the end of this book. The love and care it takes to accomplish this lends itself to a deep and lush world for us as readers to immerse ourselves into.
⏾ Phee and Gaap's relationship felt like a warm cup (or three) of coffee in the morning. It was sweet and felt good for the soul whilst injecting the narrative with purpose. The dialogue between our two main characters was believable and amusing without coming across forced. I was rooting for them right out the gate. Phee is a stronger woman than me because Gaap was hotter than the nine circles of Hell.
⏾ Phee is the no-nonsense village Witch. I couldn’t tell if I wanted to be her, or be her best friend. Phee is incredibly capable and independent. She also remains humble in her power. I loved her and her quick-wit the moment we met her! It was a wonderful surprise to see her softer sides, it rounded her character out immensely and added depth.
⏾ Gaap is a charming and very confused demon who materials out of thin air into the earthly realms for the first time in 900 years. I adored this aspect of the novel where Gaap is navigating the changes within this realm. Seeing this man find Wikipedia and contemplate how hard it would be to drive brought me so much joy. Someone please get this man some bacon and eggs!! Gaap had my heart the second he picked up a book from Phee’s personal library to learn about the current culture. All I can say is that if he had to pick a book from my library he would be DOOMED. He is endearing and charming, I could read thousands of books with an MMC this winsome and never get bored.
⏾ The humour within this book was delightful without being distracting from the story. It elevated the characters and atmosphere to a place in which I never wanted to leave. I am so ecstatic that there is a prequel to this book. I can only hope in the future that there is plenty more books to come from Thryn Knox ✨💕
Okay, Who Was it? It was dripping in whimsy, comfort and mystery. It had the kind of comfort that drew you in, wrapped you in a warm blanket and sat you in front of a pleasantly warm hearth.
⋆⁺₊⋆ ☾𖤓 ⋆⁺₊⋆ ִ ࣪𖤐 ⋆⁺₊⋆ ☾𖤓 ⋆⁺₊⋆ ִ ࣪𖤐 ⋆⁺₊⋆ ☾𖤓 ⋆⁺₊⋆
⏾ The setting of Amberfell was warm and welcoming. It felt familiar whilst retaining that magical feeling that I adored. I wanted to live in this small village and become fast friends with the grumpy x sunshine pairing that was Anthony and Lewis. The village felt like a character in its own right, which is a testament to Thyrn Knox’s beautiful, but never superfluous, writing style.
⏾ I can feel the love Thryn Knox put into this book through the level of history interwoven through this tale. I hold a lot of respect for an author that pours so much research into the world they create. This is especially reflected in the Historical note at the end of this book. The love and care it takes to accomplish this lends itself to a deep and lush world for us as readers to immerse ourselves into.
⏾ Phee and Gaap's relationship felt like a warm cup (or three) of coffee in the morning. It was sweet and felt good for the soul whilst injecting the narrative with purpose. The dialogue between our two main characters was believable and amusing without coming across forced. I was rooting for them right out the gate. Phee is a stronger woman than me because Gaap was hotter than the nine circles of Hell.
⏾ Phee is the no-nonsense village Witch. I couldn’t tell if I wanted to be her, or be her best friend. Phee is incredibly capable and independent. She also remains humble in her power. I loved her and her quick-wit the moment we met her! It was a wonderful surprise to see her softer sides, it rounded her character out immensely and added depth.
⏾ Gaap is a charming and very confused demon who materials out of thin air into the earthly realms for the first time in 900 years. I adored this aspect of the novel where Gaap is navigating the changes within this realm. Seeing this man find Wikipedia and contemplate how hard it would be to drive brought me so much joy. Someone please get this man some bacon and eggs!! Gaap had my heart the second he picked up a book from Phee’s personal library to learn about the current culture. All I can say is that if he had to pick a book from my library he would be DOOMED. He is endearing and charming, I could read thousands of books with an MMC this winsome and never get bored.
⏾ The humour within this book was delightful without being distracting from the story. It elevated the characters and atmosphere to a place in which I never wanted to leave. I am so ecstatic that there is a prequel to this book. I can only hope in the future that there is plenty more books to come from Thryn Knox ✨💕
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
ARC Review: Okay, Who Was It? by Thryn Knox
Okay, so… a witch accidentally ends up hosting a naked demon in her cottage. And yes, it’s exactly as chaotic and hilarious as it sounds. Phee’s sarcastic, slightly chaotic narration had me laughing out loud more times than I can count, and Gaap? Poor grumpy demon is just so done with modern life, and I was here for it. The way he reacts to literally everything, from cars to bacon. is priceless.
Amberfell itself is a whole mood. Cozy, quirky, small-town magical chaos where gossip travels faster than spells, and the tea shop committee is basically its own reality show. The Village Witch Act is such a clever world-building touch, and little magical details (like enchanted signs or resizing clothes spells) make everything feel lived-in and fun.
The banter between Phee and Gaap? Sharp, chaotic, and dangerously entertaining. You have sarcasm, grumpy demon pride, misunderstandings, forced proximity awkwardness, and opposites-attract tension all wrapped in one, and I loved every second of it.
Tropes fully delivered:
cozy fantasy ✔️,
paranormal romance ✔️,
enemies-to-lovers ✔️,
small-town magic ✔️,
forced proximity ✔️,
mystery ✔️,
opposites-attract ✔️.
If that’s not a chaotic, fun package, I don’t know what is.
Now, let’s be honest. Nothing’s perfect (because nothing ever is, right?).
-Phee repeats some thoughts here and there, trims a bit, and the humor would hit harder.
-Minor grammar stuff, like capitalization, long sentences, and dialogue tags, could be polished.
-Some info dumps, Village Witch Act, a few history bits, could be split across scenes for smoother pacing.
-Celia is a bit one-note; adding a hint of motivation would make her a better foil.
The middle chapters slow slightly during the investigation. More breadcrumbs could keep tension alive.
Fast-paced dialogue sometimes gets tricky to follow; occasional tags would help.
All that said… this is so fun. Chaotic, cozy, hilarious, and just the right amount of spicy. The pacing is quick, the world is charming, and the characters? Definitely memorable. I’m genuinely excited to see:
~How Phee and Gaap’s relationship develops
~Who actually summoned him
~ What secrets Amberfell is hiding
ARC Credit / Personal Note:
This is my first ARC review on my new Bookstagram account, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity! This read made starting this little corner of the internet extra fun, and I can’t wait to share more.
Also, I’ve written a more structured, detailed review on Substack and a short review on Instagram so you can pick your chaos level.
Thank you for reading.
Okay, so… a witch accidentally ends up hosting a naked demon in her cottage. And yes, it’s exactly as chaotic and hilarious as it sounds. Phee’s sarcastic, slightly chaotic narration had me laughing out loud more times than I can count, and Gaap? Poor grumpy demon is just so done with modern life, and I was here for it. The way he reacts to literally everything, from cars to bacon. is priceless.
Amberfell itself is a whole mood. Cozy, quirky, small-town magical chaos where gossip travels faster than spells, and the tea shop committee is basically its own reality show. The Village Witch Act is such a clever world-building touch, and little magical details (like enchanted signs or resizing clothes spells) make everything feel lived-in and fun.
The banter between Phee and Gaap? Sharp, chaotic, and dangerously entertaining. You have sarcasm, grumpy demon pride, misunderstandings, forced proximity awkwardness, and opposites-attract tension all wrapped in one, and I loved every second of it.
Tropes fully delivered:
cozy fantasy ✔️,
paranormal romance ✔️,
enemies-to-lovers ✔️,
small-town magic ✔️,
forced proximity ✔️,
mystery ✔️,
opposites-attract ✔️.
If that’s not a chaotic, fun package, I don’t know what is.
Now, let’s be honest. Nothing’s perfect (because nothing ever is, right?).
-Phee repeats some thoughts here and there, trims a bit, and the humor would hit harder.
-Minor grammar stuff, like capitalization, long sentences, and dialogue tags, could be polished.
-Some info dumps, Village Witch Act, a few history bits, could be split across scenes for smoother pacing.
-Celia is a bit one-note; adding a hint of motivation would make her a better foil.
The middle chapters slow slightly during the investigation. More breadcrumbs could keep tension alive.
Fast-paced dialogue sometimes gets tricky to follow; occasional tags would help.
All that said… this is so fun. Chaotic, cozy, hilarious, and just the right amount of spicy. The pacing is quick, the world is charming, and the characters? Definitely memorable. I’m genuinely excited to see:
~How Phee and Gaap’s relationship develops
~Who actually summoned him
~ What secrets Amberfell is hiding
ARC Credit / Personal Note:
This is my first ARC review on my new Bookstagram account, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity! This read made starting this little corner of the internet extra fun, and I can’t wait to share more.
Also, I’ve written a more structured, detailed review on Substack and a short review on Instagram so you can pick your chaos level.
Thank you for reading.
Review of advance copy received from Author
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
Okay, Who Was It?
Sweet and Spiced editions
Thryn Nox
Local town witch, Ophelia (Phee for short), is annoyed to be woken by her wards in the middle of the night. The disruptor? A naked demon that she certainly didn't summon. Somehow, let's blame her half awake brain, she agrees to help this demon, Prince Gaap, find the summoner and a reluctant friendship (and more) begins.
Okay, Who Was It? has everything I love in a story. Reluctant friends to lovers, cosy cottagecore vibes, magic, mystery, whimsy, and a sunshine x grumpy romance.
Thryn Knox made the unique decision to publish two editions of this book: the standard, cosy fade-to-black romance and the spicy version, featuring several heated scenes. I personally LOVE this choice, because it takes a niche novella and makes it appealing to two separate audiences.
The standard edition is hilarious, heartwarming, and all around cosy vibes. The romance is young, but sweet; the pair bashful and adorable. Absolutely recommend.
The spicy version… well, let's just say that Phee has a darker side to her, and Gaap worships the ground she walks on. The spicy scenes are expertly written; as someone who's very picky about spice I actually really enjoyed this version.
All in all, this was a really enjoyable read and one I'll likely pick up again as a comfort book. And as for which version I would recommend, sweet or spicy?
Both. Both is good.
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
Thank you Thryn Knox for the advance readers copies ✨
Okay, Who Was It?
Sweet and Spiced editions
Thryn Nox
Local town witch, Ophelia (Phee for short), is annoyed to be woken by her wards in the middle of the night. The disruptor? A naked demon that she certainly didn't summon. Somehow, let's blame her half awake brain, she agrees to help this demon, Prince Gaap, find the summoner and a reluctant friendship (and more) begins.
Okay, Who Was It? has everything I love in a story. Reluctant friends to lovers, cosy cottagecore vibes, magic, mystery, whimsy, and a sunshine x grumpy romance.
Thryn Knox made the unique decision to publish two editions of this book: the standard, cosy fade-to-black romance and the spicy version, featuring several heated scenes. I personally LOVE this choice, because it takes a niche novella and makes it appealing to two separate audiences.
The standard edition is hilarious, heartwarming, and all around cosy vibes. The romance is young, but sweet; the pair bashful and adorable. Absolutely recommend.
The spicy version… well, let's just say that Phee has a darker side to her, and Gaap worships the ground she walks on. The spicy scenes are expertly written; as someone who's very picky about spice I actually really enjoyed this version.
All in all, this was a really enjoyable read and one I'll likely pick up again as a comfort book. And as for which version I would recommend, sweet or spicy?
Both. Both is good.
⭐⭐⭐⭐½
Thank you Thryn Knox for the advance readers copies ✨
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April 25, 2026ARC Review: Okay, Who Was It? by Thryn Knox
Okay, so… a witch accidentally ends up hosting a naked demon in her cottage. And yes, it’s exactly as chaotic and hilarious as it sounds. Phee’s sarcastic, slightly chaotic narration had me laughing out loud more times than I can count, and Gaap? Poor grumpy demon is just so done with modern life, and I was here for it. The way he reacts to literally everything, from cars to bacon. is priceless.
Amberfell itself is a whole mood. Cozy, quirky, small-town magical chaos where gossip travels faster than spells, and the tea shop committee is basically its own reality show. The Village Witch Act is such a clever world-building touch, and little magical details (like enchanted signs or resizing clothes spells) make everything feel lived-in and fun.
The banter between Phee and Gaap? Sharp, chaotic, and dangerously entertaining. You have sarcasm, grumpy demon pride, misunderstandings, forced proximity awkwardness, and opposites-attract tension all wrapped in one, and I loved every second of it.
Tropes fully delivered:
cozy fantasy ✔️,
paranormal romance ✔️,
enemies-to-lovers ✔️,
small-town magic ✔️,
forced proximity ✔️,
mystery ✔️,
opposites-attract ✔️.
If that’s not a chaotic, fun package, I don’t know what is.
Now, let’s be honest. Nothing’s perfect (because nothing ever is, right?).
-Phee repeats some thoughts here and there, trims a bit, and the humor would hit harder.
-Minor grammar stuff, like capitalization, long sentences, and dialogue tags, could be polished.
-Some info dumps, Village Witch Act, a few history bits, could be split across scenes for smoother pacing.
-Celia is a bit one-note; adding a hint of motivation would make her a better foil.
The middle chapters slow slightly during the investigation. More breadcrumbs could keep tension alive.
Fast-paced dialogue sometimes gets tricky to follow; occasional tags would help.
All that said… this is so fun. Chaotic, cozy, hilarious, and just the right amount of spicy. The pacing is quick, the world is charming, and the characters? Definitely memorable. I’m genuinely excited to see:
~How Phee and Gaap’s relationship develops
~Who actually summoned him
~ What secrets Amberfell is hiding
ARC Credit / Personal Note:
This is my first ARC review on my new Bookstagram account, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity! This read made starting this little corner of the internet extra fun, and I can’t wait to share more.
Also, I’ve written a more structured, detailed review on Substack and a short review on Instagram so you can pick your chaos level.
Thank you for reading.
Okay, so… a witch accidentally ends up hosting a naked demon in her cottage. And yes, it’s exactly as chaotic and hilarious as it sounds. Phee’s sarcastic, slightly chaotic narration had me laughing out loud more times than I can count, and Gaap? Poor grumpy demon is just so done with modern life, and I was here for it. The way he reacts to literally everything, from cars to bacon. is priceless.
Amberfell itself is a whole mood. Cozy, quirky, small-town magical chaos where gossip travels faster than spells, and the tea shop committee is basically its own reality show. The Village Witch Act is such a clever world-building touch, and little magical details (like enchanted signs or resizing clothes spells) make everything feel lived-in and fun.
The banter between Phee and Gaap? Sharp, chaotic, and dangerously entertaining. You have sarcasm, grumpy demon pride, misunderstandings, forced proximity awkwardness, and opposites-attract tension all wrapped in one, and I loved every second of it.
Tropes fully delivered:
cozy fantasy ✔️,
paranormal romance ✔️,
enemies-to-lovers ✔️,
small-town magic ✔️,
forced proximity ✔️,
mystery ✔️,
opposites-attract ✔️.
If that’s not a chaotic, fun package, I don’t know what is.
Now, let’s be honest. Nothing’s perfect (because nothing ever is, right?).
-Phee repeats some thoughts here and there, trims a bit, and the humor would hit harder.
-Minor grammar stuff, like capitalization, long sentences, and dialogue tags, could be polished.
-Some info dumps, Village Witch Act, a few history bits, could be split across scenes for smoother pacing.
-Celia is a bit one-note; adding a hint of motivation would make her a better foil.
The middle chapters slow slightly during the investigation. More breadcrumbs could keep tension alive.
Fast-paced dialogue sometimes gets tricky to follow; occasional tags would help.
All that said… this is so fun. Chaotic, cozy, hilarious, and just the right amount of spicy. The pacing is quick, the world is charming, and the characters? Definitely memorable. I’m genuinely excited to see:
~How Phee and Gaap’s relationship develops
~Who actually summoned him
~ What secrets Amberfell is hiding
ARC Credit / Personal Note:
This is my first ARC review on my new Bookstagram account, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity! This read made starting this little corner of the internet extra fun, and I can’t wait to share more.
Also, I’ve written a more structured, detailed review on Substack and a short review on Instagram so you can pick your chaos level.
Thank you for reading.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
✨️ A cozy, chaotic read ✨️
ARC Review – Okay, Who Was It? by Thryn Knox
Phee, the snarky village witch of Amberfell, just wants to live a quiet life away from the local busybodies and enjoy the peace of her small village. Unfortunately for her, that peace doesn’t last long. One night she wakes up to find Gaap — a very naked Prince of Hell — standing in her garden.
From there the story quickly turns into a mix of chaos, humor, and mystery as Phee and Gaap try to figure out who summoned him in the first place and why. Their dynamic is a lot of fun to follow, especially with the contrast between Phee’s sarcastic witchy energy and Gaap’s chaotic golden retriever energy.
The cozy village setting really adds to the charm of the story, giving it that comforting small-town fantasy feel while still keeping the plot entertaining.
If you enjoy cozy fantasy with humor, magic, and slightly chaotic supernatural encounters, this is a really fun and quick read. The black cat × golden retriever character dynamic adds an extra layer of charm to the story.
Another nice touch is that the author offers both a spicy version and a closed door version, so readers can choose whichever style they prefer.
Overall, this was a cozy, entertaining read with humor, magic, and plenty of chaotic moments.
ARC Review – Okay, Who Was It? by Thryn Knox
Phee, the snarky village witch of Amberfell, just wants to live a quiet life away from the local busybodies and enjoy the peace of her small village. Unfortunately for her, that peace doesn’t last long. One night she wakes up to find Gaap — a very naked Prince of Hell — standing in her garden.
From there the story quickly turns into a mix of chaos, humor, and mystery as Phee and Gaap try to figure out who summoned him in the first place and why. Their dynamic is a lot of fun to follow, especially with the contrast between Phee’s sarcastic witchy energy and Gaap’s chaotic golden retriever energy.
The cozy village setting really adds to the charm of the story, giving it that comforting small-town fantasy feel while still keeping the plot entertaining.
If you enjoy cozy fantasy with humor, magic, and slightly chaotic supernatural encounters, this is a really fun and quick read. The black cat × golden retriever character dynamic adds an extra layer of charm to the story.
Another nice touch is that the author offers both a spicy version and a closed door version, so readers can choose whichever style they prefer.
Overall, this was a cozy, entertaining read with humor, magic, and plenty of chaotic moments.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I needed a cosy read after my forray into sci-fi and Thryn Knox delivered. The characters are cute, but not unrealisticly so. Their romance sort of just falls into place, and neither questions it overly much – which is such a breath of fresh air.
It’s cute, it’s witchy, it’s cosy. It’s everything.
It’s also too short. I needed about 666 more pages of this.
The addition of the Ograk the talking dog halfway through the story was just ‘cheff’s kiss’. He’s the best. I love him. I will addopt him. I just hope I can keep funding his whisky addiction.
I also love this little wink to Terry Pratchett’s Gaspode. "Woof" he says.
Love the history lesson included at the end. I love locational history and how that ties into small remaining things. I love what the author did with that bit of history for her story. Something that may be relatively well known among Brittish readers, but not for others.
I also so love the language explanation 💖
Just perfect.
My only critique is the unexplained opening of the shop on a Monday, when it’s been explained that Phee never opens on Monday. After which, she decides to then close on Tuesday, because she opened on Monday.
>>> trying to understand but failing <<<
It wasn’t nearly enough to put me off this story though.
It’s cute, it’s witchy, it’s cosy. It’s everything.
It’s also too short. I needed about 666 more pages of this.
The addition of the Ograk the talking dog halfway through the story was just ‘cheff’s kiss’. He’s the best. I love him. I will addopt him. I just hope I can keep funding his whisky addiction.
I also love this little wink to Terry Pratchett’s Gaspode. "Woof" he says.
Love the history lesson included at the end. I love locational history and how that ties into small remaining things. I love what the author did with that bit of history for her story. Something that may be relatively well known among Brittish readers, but not for others.
I also so love the language explanation 💖
Just perfect.
My only critique is the unexplained opening of the shop on a Monday, when it’s been explained that Phee never opens on Monday. After which, she decides to then close on Tuesday, because she opened on Monday.
>>> trying to understand but failing <<<
It wasn’t nearly enough to put me off this story though.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you Thryn Knox for this ARC! This is a magical, funny, modern-day romantasy, with mystery and dashes of spice. It’s also got historically accurate aspects of English history blended in, which was fascinating!!
Phee is the most relatable fantasy FMC I’ve ever read (and I bet you will too!)! Her soft nature is mixed with layers of sass, quiet confidence, and the best sense of humour. As for Gaap - he is a grumpy softie. His character development was a pleasant surprise for me, showing that there is always more than meets the eye with people you meet.
This was a short fantasy read, with tons of magic and humour. The chemistry between all the characters made this an enjoyable read!
My only minor critique is that I wish there was more world building. I think that this book has the potential to be a bit longer than a novella and delving deeper into this world and the magic system.
What I loved about this fantasy read:
✨ Modern day fantasy in an English village
📖 Easy, short novella
😈🕯️Witch + Demon
📜 Historically accurate aspects of the story
🥃 Magic, mystery, humour
🏡 Forced proximity
Spice (in spiced edition): 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Phee is the most relatable fantasy FMC I’ve ever read (and I bet you will too!)! Her soft nature is mixed with layers of sass, quiet confidence, and the best sense of humour. As for Gaap - he is a grumpy softie. His character development was a pleasant surprise for me, showing that there is always more than meets the eye with people you meet.
This was a short fantasy read, with tons of magic and humour. The chemistry between all the characters made this an enjoyable read!
My only minor critique is that I wish there was more world building. I think that this book has the potential to be a bit longer than a novella and delving deeper into this world and the magic system.
What I loved about this fantasy read:
✨ Modern day fantasy in an English village
📖 Easy, short novella
😈🕯️Witch + Demon
📜 Historically accurate aspects of the story
🥃 Magic, mystery, humour
🏡 Forced proximity
Spice (in spiced edition): 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book was exquisite 💗
Full of cosy, funny, romantic, spicy, fantasy, witchy, demon-y vibes. I loved the whole feel of this book, it was spot on. Warm, enchanting & made me giggle a lot! The magic, the setting, the history, the humour, the imp! Yes to all of it.
The FMC, a witch, the MMC, a demon, have so much chemistry & reading the spicy edition did not disappoint. I loved their relationship & the twists & turns in the story that saw them working together so well. With the help of Keith the imp/dog ofc 😂
My only complaint is that it wasn’t long enough (but I appreciate it’s a novella), which subsequently meant we didn’t get enough detail/back stories about the characters.
Really want to read the next in this series as soon as it’s out. Definitely want to read the prequel too ❄️
Thank you to Thryn Knox for this ARC ✨😈 4.75 ⭐️
Full of cosy, funny, romantic, spicy, fantasy, witchy, demon-y vibes. I loved the whole feel of this book, it was spot on. Warm, enchanting & made me giggle a lot! The magic, the setting, the history, the humour, the imp! Yes to all of it.
The FMC, a witch, the MMC, a demon, have so much chemistry & reading the spicy edition did not disappoint. I loved their relationship & the twists & turns in the story that saw them working together so well. With the help of Keith the imp/dog ofc 😂
My only complaint is that it wasn’t long enough (but I appreciate it’s a novella), which subsequently meant we didn’t get enough detail/back stories about the characters.
Really want to read the next in this series as soon as it’s out. Definitely want to read the prequel too ❄️
Thank you to Thryn Knox for this ARC ✨😈 4.75 ⭐️
April 17, 2026
Phee wakes up the day after Beltane with a very naked demon in her garden, who she did not summon. Gaap is equally as shocked to find himself on the earthly plane. They must work together to find out who summoned him and why. This was a fun, spicy, paranormal romance. Though he was a demon, he was still kind and respectful as he pushed her boundaries. Phee also was not afraid to tell him like it is. I really enjoyed the characters and the twists that the storyline took us through. Even her demon familiar was funny. I do feel the ending could have used a little more fleshing out. To me the epilogue felt more like it should have been the last chapter of the current story, rather then a glimpse into their future or the start of another's story.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is a spoiler free ARC review! Thanks Thryn Knox for the opportunity to read these advance copies! Okay, Who Was It releases April 13th!
This first in a series novella is a great quick read if you are looking to snap a reading slump, or just want something quick and fun to read. The sweet version is the perfect meet-cute, while the spicy version adds that extra pop (or 4 or 5 🤣) if that's what you are looking for.
The pacing is perfect, the banter will have you in stitches, and the characters have great depth for a novella. I can't wait to see where the series goes from here!
This first in a series novella is a great quick read if you are looking to snap a reading slump, or just want something quick and fun to read. The sweet version is the perfect meet-cute, while the spicy version adds that extra pop (or 4 or 5 🤣) if that's what you are looking for.
The pacing is perfect, the banter will have you in stitches, and the characters have great depth for a novella. I can't wait to see where the series goes from here!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I loved this story. Set in modern times this fantasy is about a witch who finds a random demon in her garden and they need to find out who summoned him. Sounds easy right? well not really and we have some major twists along the way.
Now this story has 2 different versions, the sweet and the spicy. I choose spicy. Was the spice needed, nope but was it good? Oh yeh
This is my first read from this author and I'll definitely be reading more from them
Now this story has 2 different versions, the sweet and the spicy. I choose spicy. Was the spice needed, nope but was it good? Oh yeh
This is my first read from this author and I'll definitely be reading more from them
Review of advance copy received from Author
Okays where do I begin? I was lucky enough to receive this wonderful work of literature as an arc and I can say I am beyond happy I did!
Witches. Demons. Magic. History and so much more are captured in the pages that depict the lives of Phee and Gaap in a wee village set in a historic land.
The way the story flows so seamlessly makes it beyond easy to envision every detail provided and might I say that being able to do that makes for an even spicier read.
10/10 recommend
Witches. Demons. Magic. History and so much more are captured in the pages that depict the lives of Phee and Gaap in a wee village set in a historic land.
The way the story flows so seamlessly makes it beyond easy to envision every detail provided and might I say that being able to do that makes for an even spicier read.
10/10 recommend
Review of advance copy received from Author
“Okay, Who Was It” is a perfect title for this book. The whole time I’m reading I’m thinking… okay, who was it?!? This novella is cute and cozy with a nice hint of mystery. The sprinkles of spice were a great add to the chemistry of the main characters. The ending felt a bit abrupt, but I loved the historical notes at the end.
I recommend this read to anyone looking for something a little quick and quirky!
I recommend this read to anyone looking for something a little quick and quirky!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Enchanting from page one to the last. Fast paced, funny, spicy, interesting. It's a page turner.
Phee is adorable and so real and Gaap is.... hot and perfect. The dual POV is working perfectly fine.
The Novella is perfect for a relaxing afternoon. I cannot wait to see what other adventures Phee is going to get into
Phee is adorable and so real and Gaap is.... hot and perfect. The dual POV is working perfectly fine.
The Novella is perfect for a relaxing afternoon. I cannot wait to see what other adventures Phee is going to get into
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May 1, 2026This was a fun Lil book I enjoyed it. I liked the nicknames, the FMC was a fun witchy addition, the different POVs I enjoyed liked the imps mischeviousness. The witch politics I found interesting that to stop the witch killing they ruled a witch is to be in each town. Definitely see potential & would continue reading the serries.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
I literally have no thoughts but more questions?!?!?? SOOO MANY QUESTIONS?!!? I can’t wait to read more of their story. By the way, this is a story between a witch and a demon with golden retriever vibes.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was such a fun whimsical story. I loved all the characters and how they came to life on the pages of the book. The history connection was interesting to read about. There is always room on my bookshelf for a heart warming story about a witch.
April 13, 2026
Received from Author. I really enjoyed this book. It was an easy, fun and quick read. I loved the banter between Phee, Gaap and Keith. Would love to read more about Phee and Gaap (and Keith of course)
April 30, 2026
I loved this so much. What a fun, sweet, and spicy novella. I had the beat time with this whimsical read. This was one that you definitely pick up and don’t put down until how finished. I can’t wait to read more.
April 14, 2026
If you love to curl up with a cosy fantasy but also seek the trill of high steaks drama then this is the book for you!!
Will leave you questioning and wanting more!
Will leave you questioning and wanting more!
April 15, 2026
ARC reader here!
This was actually such a phenomenal read. The way that these characters make you feel such a way. 10/10 recommend.🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻
This was actually such a phenomenal read. The way that these characters make you feel such a way. 10/10 recommend.🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻
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