Natural Witch

Magical Mayhem Trilogy #1

by K.F. Breene

Alternate cover edition of ASIN B078TZCYF5


The explosive new addition to the DDVN World (Fire and Ice Series) by USA Today Bestselling author K.F. Breene!

Something has always been missing from my life. A hole that I could never seem to fill.

When I accidentally turn a coven of witches into nightmares, I find out what that something is.

Magic.

And it turns out, I have a crap load of it.

As a latent power awakens deep inside of me, I’m exposed to one of the most powerful and corrupt organizations in the magical world—the Mages’ Guild.

Barely knowing a spell from a few swear words and luck, I won’t be able to evade them alone.

And that’s when I meet him.

The Rogue Natural. The best and most feared mage in the world.

He’s dangerous, mysterious, and has a vendetta of his own. He is now the only thing between me and magical enslavement.

Genres: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Paranormal, Romance, Magic, Vampires, Paranormal Romance

353 pages, ebook

First published January 25, 2018

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Reviews

[Al *the semi serial series skipper* · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 Stars

I was irritated while reading this book. I wanted to stop after reading the 8th page because the FMC was just too stupid.

She goes on a magical retreat because she doesn't know anything about magic but she's convinced there's some magic in her. So she goes and when she gets there she's told the retreat has been canceled but is given the option to observe what they are about to do as they don't usually allow novices to participate. Anyways, she starts watching them prepare to cast their spell and then all of a sudden she assumes command, she literally rips the spell from the leader's hand and performs it because something felt right. At this point I'm like that's pretty stupid but lets see what happens.

She starts the spell and as it happens she changes the women into zombies, yup, zombies. The zombies try to attack her so she joins them but ultimately she is saved by a magic caster. This all happened in the first 8 pages, if that's not a reason to quit I don't know what is. Surprisingly I finished the book. I didn't like it as much either as I kept reading, Penelope just did whatever she wanted, whenever she wanted because she felt it even though as she's said some of the feelings she has usually puts her in trouble but no, she doesn't mind diving headfirst into it.

Another thing I hated was the term of endearment the MMC gave her, it was turdswallop I kid you not, he called her that, gags. Yea, i'm stopping after book 1, thank you very much.

[Denisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Heads up, this review repeats the word 'annoying' so many times, it will probably be... annoying!]

2.5 So hard to rate.


Ok, truth?
I didn't really like it. The main character is very annoying, she's acting like an annoying little kid. Yes, she has a reason, she's been sheltered all her life, but she's still annoying as hell


I have no idea why I didn't stop reading this book.
Actually, I know. It was the writing style. You, K F Breen, are awesome.


So, while the read was, in fact annoying, it did make me curious and it did make me want to try out the next book. How could I give this book less than 2.5 stars if it made me continue with the series?! Simple: I can't. So here's the rating you (kinda) deserve.


About the book, though.
Likes: the plot has potential and the writing is awesome.
Dislikes: very, very annoying characters! They're not exactly idiots, but they're not too far from it either.

Was it worth reading? I'm not sure yet, but seeing as I'm gonna read book 2, then I guess so.

[Natalia · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first 40% of the book are slow and almost annoying...
Penny acts like a 13-year-old brat...
Her mother is a hoot... Damn, the woman can talk shit and she is a badass...

Then the story picks up and after Penny embrace her magic and talent, it is amazing seeing her work with Emery... Their connection is amazing.
Will read the next book!!

[vee · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF at 41%

at first I thought that I didn’t like it just because I didn’t understand it well since I read it so fast, so I went back to the beginning and reread it. but no. it’s just that bad, and I definitely wouldn’t recommend it.

[AℳY♔Queen of Fat cats♔Ain't no lie Baby Byebyebye · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this one 'cuz my friend Sonya-chan (owner of the high lord of my Court of Cats) raved about it. So good!

#mustread

[Mandapanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Set in the same world as the Fire and Ice trilogy, this spin-off is even better. I'm looking forward to the next two books.

[Tèo Sip · Rating 1 out of 5]

What often put me off in a book is the characters’ illogical actions whose roles are merely to push the story forward. You can request a free sample for chapter 1, in which Penny’s thoughts and actions extremely confused me, then decide whether to buy the book or not.
#disappointed #not_funny #I_cannot_understand_you_Penny

[Emma · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this. I liked the magic set up, the vampires and werewolves and most of all the chemistry between the two main characters.

[Eve Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

"What are you, Penny Bristol?" he asked in barely more than a whisper.

"A girl that has had to find peace in the quiet times between getting into trouble and causing havoc."

I was initially hesitant about starting this next part of the series because let's face it; no one can replace Reagan. But wow, I am glad I gave it a chance because Penny is just as amazing in her own way! She is sweet, quirky, and absolutely hilarious. I could not put the book down and was regularly laughing at her antics. I highly, highly recommend.

For those of you wondering about Reagan, she does make an appearance early on in the book but it is very brief. However, we find out what secrets Darius was keeping in Seattle!

And how could I not mention Emery? Lets just say, he is a worthy romantic interest. Now go read it.

[Mettesknit · Rating 4 out of 5]

Re-listened August 14, 2025.
Re-listened December 5, 2024.
Re-listened June 19, 2024.
Re-listened Jan 15, 2024.
Re-listened Feb 15 2023.

Reread - and it's still making me laugh 😅

Audiobook - Audible
Narrated by
Nicole Poole
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This made me laugh throughout the story.

But - I am seriously curious about Solas and her story.

August 14, 2025.
Listening to this series is like visiting an old friend.
It's like no time has passed, and we enjoy each other's company like there's no tomorrow.

[Serenity · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. Just wow. I really loved the Fire and Ice trilogy and was actually sorry to see that they were wrapped up so well because I wanted MORE of this world of magic and vampires and unicorns and the like. K.F. Breene delivers in her newest book Natural Witch where we get to find out Penny's story. She was briefly in Raised in Fire and again in Fused in Fire and hints were given to her being indebted to Darius but now we find out why. On the run from the Guild of Magic which she didn't even KNOW existed a few day prior Penny finds herself drawn into the world of magic and mayhem along with the secretive and cleans up rather well Emery, whose brother was murdered and who has been seeking vengeance ever since. In typical K.F Breene fashion, Penny may be naive, she may be new to the world of magic and she may be young BUT she is strong, both in character and magic. She is ok admitting she doesn't know what she is doing magically BUT unlike Emery who is scared and unsure of so many things she knows what she wants. And who. She also knows right from wrong and even when it may get her killed she will fight to ensure that she stays true to her convictions. I love K.F. Breene's female leads for this. They are not afraid of themselves, sexually or in matters of power. They may have doubts due to lack of knowledge but they are not wall flowers. Well except in how Penny is with her Mom. But her mom has all of the power of a tank in her personality, coupled with an intense need to protect her child and grief still from the loss of her husband. She does what she thinks is needed and no holds are barred. I greatly enjoyed this book and look forward to more in the series, hopefully coming soon.

[The Girl with the Sagittarius Tattoo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Super sweet with a G-rated romance - at least in this first book. I've been looking forward to this miniseries from the bigger Demon Days, Vampire Nights series (awful name) ever since Penny Bristol's character was introduced.

Penny is a young (late teens/early 20s) witch with zero training but enormous natural ability. Her path crosses with the most powerful rogue mage alive, Emery Westbrook. Emery is on a rampage against the powerful Guild to avenge his brother's murder, and now Penny is caught up in his mayhem.

Lie down with dogs, wake up with fleas. Plus, Penny's mother is going to kill him.

This first entry involved a werewolf club owner with a mouse problem, and a den of vampires that turn out to be pretty useful in a fight. Down with evil magicians! I'm looking forward to Natural Mage next.

[Sweet and Salty Reviews by DD · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was very excited to see the World of Reagan and Darius (WORD) continue...yeah I know that isn't the name of the series but it totally should be 😉

I found Emery very interesting. He has a controlled bad-ass vibe that I find very sexy. Power in spades and beautiful conscience. His backstory is well laid out and a perfect fit into WORD (yep I am going with my new name for the series 🤣) There is a decision he makes in the end which I surprisingly understood. Typically a move like that would have made me a bit peaved, but the way Breene laid out his story I understood it.

Penny is freaking hilarious! It was so refreshing and enjoyable to read something that added a great dose of humor. Loved this! Now the downside to Penny, I found her backstory to be long and at times redundant. There was too much information for me and I found myself at times wanting to scan ahead when Penny's past or present were being discussed. Not really sure that will make sense to anyone reading this but I am stumped for a different way to explain it.

Looking forward to book 2!

Happy reading,
DD 💕

[Hanouchka · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mixed feelings about this book.

The first quarter was far too slow and I could not rely on the main character at all.
Indeed she is in the shadow of her mother every time they are together and her mother is quite unpleasant, not because she is presented as a bad person but because she is presented as a good one, while being a bad one. The main character is 24, her mother doesn't let her have her own place, make her own decision, work the way she likes or be herself. The mother has non filter, she go out in the street in underwear while insulting neighbours. And one of the first thing she said to the male character is don't touch my daughter when he did no such thing. She is also old fashion and it is something we can see in the main character as well.
On the other hand, after Penny and Emery parted their way with the mother, she was suddenly more interesting, not weak at all and good at decision making, except the moment where she remember the way she was brought up and mess everything up.
Overall, the book was not bad (except the mother issue, taking large portion of the story), it lacked some world building and could have had a better start if more forcused on Penny rather than others we couldn't connect with as we would never see them again. I will follow up on the sequel, as this felt more like an introduction than a first novel of a new serie.

[Maggie · Rating 2 out of 5]

The beginning chapters read a bit confusing to me. There also seemed to be a few pages missing or something? When Emery comes to her house and they decide she's to leave with him, something happens and when she comes to Emery tells her she's been asleep for 3 days? I re-read a few times and couldn't figure out what happened as there didn't seem to be any explanation.

When she leaves with Emery all of a sudden this very sheltered young woman is totally fine sharing a bed with him day 1. That relationship seemed a bit rushed....


The final odd piece of this book was when her and her next door neighbor/friend would go out looking for grammar mistakes? At least, I think that's what they were doing? It was another odd/confusing bit to me.

Also, the weird swearing thing got old. It read awkward and immature but not so much funny- more distracting to me.


I loved the Warrior Chronicles and have read her other books. I did think this book got better, more towards the second half but it still didn't seem like her best work.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly enjoyed this
Second time reading
The storyline’s and the fun and laughter the fighting are so good and amazing word building o adore penny and emmery they are adorable.
Not at all repetitive spot on story line and just plain good story go and read this series

[Rhiannon Chillingworth · Rating 4 out of 5]

I REALLY enjoyed this. Maybe even to 4.5 territory.

It's been a while since I have read about such a fabulous, original and likeable heroine. She has such a great mixture of personality quirks.

Emery is great as well. A brilliant mixture of through and capable, but is awe of Penny. I was shipping them hard in this and I think the romance was done really well.

I'd also read and enjoyed the previous trilogy about Reagan and Darius, and it was fun to see them appear, Darius more than Reagan.

Highly recommend to UF fans!

[Melliane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mon avis en Français

My English review

J’ai bien aimé la première trilogie de l’auteure. Le premier arc s’est terminé, mais un second commence ici avec certains personnages qui apparaissent dans l’histoire de Penny.

Penny a toujours été tenue loin de la magie, alors elle est très surprise quand elle se découvre certains talents. Malheureusement, elle n’est pas la seule à découvrir ce qu’elle peut faire et elle va très vite se retrouver traquée et projetée dans un monde dont elle ne connait rien. Pire que tout, la Guilde des Mages en a après elle. Heureusement, Emery, un naturel solitaire, et qui essaie de faire tomber la Guilde va lui proposer de s’allier à lui. Elle n’a pas le choi, elle va découvrir un monde corrompu, un monde où le pouvoir fait tout et elle va s’aller à Emery pour changer les choses.

J’ai passé un très bon moment avec ce roman. Penny va devoir très vite s’habituer à un tout nouveau monde et j’ai trouvé ça sympa de le découvrir avec elle. Emery fait tout ce qu’il peut pour la protéger et ça ne sera pas une mince affaire, parce que notre héroïne est très douée pour s’attirer des ennuis. C’était un premier tome bien sympa et je suis bien curieuse de découvrir ce qui se passera par la suite.

[Paulina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sorry, I wrote the review for a different K.F. Breene book here! But I did also like this book. If nothing else, the fact that the heroine goes out with her bff every evening to correct the grammar on posters and advertisements would have won me over. This was an action-packed book with an interesting plot. And though her over-protectiveness was almost strangling, I loved the heroine’s mother. I’m definitely looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great Start

This was a great start to a spin off. When reading the original series, Penny didn't intrigue me. I am happy I have the book a chance. Penny is hilarious and is learning to have some self confidence. Looking forward to Natural Mage.

[C.J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fab read, loved all the characters and there were plenty to sink your teeth into. Adored the mum. Looking forward to the next book.

[Leah Dynes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m so excited that KF Breene decided to keep going with this series. I have read all her books, and this series became my favorite. This story is great. Penny is an awkward, sheltered woman who is trying to figure out about herself and her magical powers. When she meets Emery, her world is turned upside down. This story is full of action, lots of laughs, and awesome characters. I highly recommend it!

[Robin Siota Breeding · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun read

I enjoyed this third book in series. It was nice that the series focused on a different character and gave us some background. Good story, good characters and plenty of humor. I look forward to the next book in the series.

[Lučka · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5*

Ahhh, the K.F. Breene I love. Her hilarious, quirky heroine is so endearing, the plot is action-packed and full of interesting magical aspects. The romance is subtle, just the way I like in this type of book. Great read, I had so much fun.

[★Me Myshelf and I★ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Couldn't find a single thing to take a star off for!

Witch normally aint my thing so this was a total supirse how much I was into this!

Breene gave such personalities to all the characters every one of them shone. Penny, Emery, the Mother!
Penny was wonderfully clumsy, quirky and funny. Emery was nothing like the alpha males I'm used to reading. He is happy to let Penny take front and centre, he never felt "possessive" or any of that alpha bull-shit. He is the one who is insecure not the girl!!! He was so sweet and recognised how special Penny was and only wanted what was best for her



The magic was a bit weird and more chemistry class than what I'm used to but I think I got into the swing of weaving by the end!



P.S
This is a trilogy set during and after the events in Born In Fire. Which is Reagans trilogy (also a 5 star series). Most of the characters pop up in this book so it does makes sense to read that first BUT it's not essential I don't think. It's still easy to follow and it's own story ... you'll just miss out on the insider knowledge and that 'Oh there's Darius' kinda stuff....

[TJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5/50
This story is set in the same world as Ms. Breene’s previous books in the Demon Days Vampire Nights series and overlaps just a bit. But the focus is now on Penny, the untrained mage rather than Reagan and company. For those who have read the previous books the first part of the story can be a bit slow and feel just a little redundant in places. But, once we get to a point where we aren’t backtracking to catch up with the rest of the storyline, things take off and never slow down! I was surprised that Penny is 24 years old, however, as she is written to sound like a young teenager. This is really discombobulating and I had to keep reminding myself she is older than she is acting. Still, even with those couple of oddities, it is a an absolute delight to read and a thoroughly enjoyable way to spend an evening!

[Kelly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Just ok

I really wanted to love this book like I do the authors Darkness and Warrior series but it was just eh. I enjoyed that it is a spin off of another of her series Fire and Ice and hope to see more crossover with the characters. The first half of the book was entirely to long and not edited well, with most of it primarily Penny talking to herself about how crazy/stupid she was. I didn't like all her self doubt and found it hard to get her attraction to Emery unless it's more of a school girl crush? I have it 3 stars because it did pick up in the second half, the characters had hilarious dialogue (although the whole no swearing / random words got old) and I'm curious enough that I look forward to the next in the series.

[J · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved her Choosen series hopefully this one is as good! Release date January 30, 2018! Review to follow.

[Feminista]

Couldn't get into it.

[(NurseLisa) Square Granny from Ohio · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m really enjoying this author & of course - N POOLE is the narrator - she’s fantabulous! ☺️