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Witchy Coffee
A fanciful coffee shop run by magical women. A barista that’s still trying to figure herself out. And a small town named Windia where the residents are into everyone’s business.
When a stranger shows up in town and puts her family’s coffee shop in jeopardy, Florence Mackenzie has to step in and do something to protect them, whether that’s an Espresso Off challenge, sabotage, or a good old fashioned banishment spell. But after the Mackenize women try to create a buzz by experimenting with a new blend of coffee beans, the residents of Windia suddenly start falling in love with each other. Florence chalks it up to the spirit of the holiday season, but when she starts falling in love (with the competition, no less) Florence starts to wonder if there’s something more bewitching in the air - or in the coffee?
A clean witchy romance set on the enchanting Oregon coastline, Witchy Coffee is filled to the brim with magical hijinks, an authentic enemies-to-lovers romance, and the cozy atmosphere of the Pacific Northwest during the holidays. Settle in with a coffee and slip away to the little town of Windia, where the forest meets the sea and there’s a promise of magic in every corner.
When a stranger shows up in town and puts her family’s coffee shop in jeopardy, Florence Mackenzie has to step in and do something to protect them, whether that’s an Espresso Off challenge, sabotage, or a good old fashioned banishment spell. But after the Mackenize women try to create a buzz by experimenting with a new blend of coffee beans, the residents of Windia suddenly start falling in love with each other. Florence chalks it up to the spirit of the holiday season, but when she starts falling in love (with the competition, no less) Florence starts to wonder if there’s something more bewitching in the air - or in the coffee?
A clean witchy romance set on the enchanting Oregon coastline, Witchy Coffee is filled to the brim with magical hijinks, an authentic enemies-to-lovers romance, and the cozy atmosphere of the Pacific Northwest during the holidays. Settle in with a coffee and slip away to the little town of Windia, where the forest meets the sea and there’s a promise of magic in every corner.
222 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 24, 2021
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About the author
Erin Ritch
10 books58 followersA storyteller since a child, Erin Ritch holds Associates degrees in both English Literature and Broadcasting. She graduated with honors in Film Production from Vancouver Film School, where her script "Neighborhood Watch" was chosen for production.
In 2015, Erin started a writer's blog titled "There are No Wyverns in this Story." The name was in reference to her penchant for writing fantasy (though her stories had an intentional lack of dragon-like Wyverns.) The blog developed into No Wyverns Publishing, a small press dedicated to all things indie.
Erin has written for two local newspapers with a focus on non-profits, small businesses, resources for women and children, and local history. Her essays have appeared in Oregon Home Magazine and The Manifest Station.
She lives in a rural town of 600 people with her husband, two small daughters, and an Irish Terrier named Arthur Pendragon.
In 2015, Erin started a writer's blog titled "There are No Wyverns in this Story." The name was in reference to her penchant for writing fantasy (though her stories had an intentional lack of dragon-like Wyverns.) The blog developed into No Wyverns Publishing, a small press dedicated to all things indie.
Erin has written for two local newspapers with a focus on non-profits, small businesses, resources for women and children, and local history. Her essays have appeared in Oregon Home Magazine and The Manifest Station.
She lives in a rural town of 600 people with her husband, two small daughters, and an Irish Terrier named Arthur Pendragon.
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August 22, 2021
Pour a hot cuppa and start reading this delightful para-witch story. I consider it a contemporary cozy mystery (without a murder).
The first paragraph made a great impression on me, and it was smooth sippin’ until the last word. The rugged, rainy Pacific Northwest winter setting of Portland, Oregon makes a cozy setting for The Yurt coffee shop customers to gaze out the windows at the ocean.
Protagonist, Florence Mackenzie is a barista who’s fired from Sam’s ‘Spresso coffee cart business prompting her to return home to Windia, Oregon and re-join the family’s coffee shop business, The Yurt. The business has had it’s ups and downs over the years, and is suddenly approached by a handsome man offering to buy them out. They refuse. Then, Pearl, Florence’s grandmother, tells her a secret that could destroy all they’ve worked for.
The fun begins when Flo unknowingly purchases some ‘magical’ coffee beans! Author Erin Ritch has several surprises up her sleeves that bring chuckles, mixed emotions, and healing vibes to Florence and her family members. The supporting cast is very appealing. The story would make a wonderful Hallmark Movie. The earth shattering ending is spectacular and a happy ending for all.
I honestly reviewed an un-edited digital arc provided by NetGalley, Books Go Social, and No Wyvern Publishing. All opinions are my own.
The first paragraph made a great impression on me, and it was smooth sippin’ until the last word. The rugged, rainy Pacific Northwest winter setting of Portland, Oregon makes a cozy setting for The Yurt coffee shop customers to gaze out the windows at the ocean.
Protagonist, Florence Mackenzie is a barista who’s fired from Sam’s ‘Spresso coffee cart business prompting her to return home to Windia, Oregon and re-join the family’s coffee shop business, The Yurt. The business has had it’s ups and downs over the years, and is suddenly approached by a handsome man offering to buy them out. They refuse. Then, Pearl, Florence’s grandmother, tells her a secret that could destroy all they’ve worked for.
The fun begins when Flo unknowingly purchases some ‘magical’ coffee beans! Author Erin Ritch has several surprises up her sleeves that bring chuckles, mixed emotions, and healing vibes to Florence and her family members. The supporting cast is very appealing. The story would make a wonderful Hallmark Movie. The earth shattering ending is spectacular and a happy ending for all.
I honestly reviewed an un-edited digital arc provided by NetGalley, Books Go Social, and No Wyvern Publishing. All opinions are my own.
September 29, 2021
This was a sweet book. The characters were interesting, but the plot was predictable in my opinion. I liked the fantasy aspects as well, and it was quick read.
From the publisher: A fanciful coffee shop run by magical women. A barista that’s still trying to figure herself out. And a small town named Windia where the residents are into everyone’s business.
When a stranger shows up in town and puts her family’s coffee shop in jeopardy, Florence Mackenzie has to step in and do something to protect them, whether that’s an Espresso Off challenge, sabotage, or a good old fashioned banishment spell. But after the Mackenize women try to create a buzz by experimenting with a new blend of coffee beans, the residents of Windia suddenly start falling in love with each other. Florence chalks it up to the spirit of the holiday season, but when she starts falling in love (with the competition, no less) Florence starts to wonder if there’s something more bewitching in the air - or in the coffee?
I recommend this book to those that enjoy witchy romances and are looking for a new series to start. I’ll be on the lookout for the next book in the series. 3.5 stars.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
From the publisher: A fanciful coffee shop run by magical women. A barista that’s still trying to figure herself out. And a small town named Windia where the residents are into everyone’s business.
When a stranger shows up in town and puts her family’s coffee shop in jeopardy, Florence Mackenzie has to step in and do something to protect them, whether that’s an Espresso Off challenge, sabotage, or a good old fashioned banishment spell. But after the Mackenize women try to create a buzz by experimenting with a new blend of coffee beans, the residents of Windia suddenly start falling in love with each other. Florence chalks it up to the spirit of the holiday season, but when she starts falling in love (with the competition, no less) Florence starts to wonder if there’s something more bewitching in the air - or in the coffee?
I recommend this book to those that enjoy witchy romances and are looking for a new series to start. I’ll be on the lookout for the next book in the series. 3.5 stars.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
September 20, 2021
Love coffee? Love competition? Love a bit of paranormal activity? Love a bit of romance? Then you are going to love this book too! Be prepared for a lot of laughter and a few tears along the way, brew up a mug of your favorite beverage and settle in to be entertained for hours! Florence has a tendency to run when things become hard to deal with, but this time she has to stand and fight for what she wants, but first she has to figure out what that is before she finds herself standing alone and letting her family down. A great family drama entwined with a funny budding romance that leaves you with a feel good ending! After all there is magic in the beans!
September 3, 2021
This was so fun and wholesome and CUTE. I got major Gilmore Girls vibes - the story follows a family composed of a grandma, granddaughter, sister in law and niece - so we've got all the female bonding of Gilmore Girls. It also centers entirely around coffee in a small town.
The romance is pretty obvious and to be honest the book in general was very predictable, but in such a lovely calming way. I would love to read more stories like this!
The romance is pretty obvious and to be honest the book in general was very predictable, but in such a lovely calming way. I would love to read more stories like this!
October 11, 2021
I don't typically pick up books without knowing anything about them, but this sounded like a fun read, so I decided to take a chance on it. Overall, I had a good time, as this was a quick read with a cosy, fun setting. I wasn't blown away by it though, especially because I found the writing to be lacking, and I didn't really feel invested in the romance. A bonus was the setting of the holiday season though!
September 3, 2021
"𝓝𝓸𝓽𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓰𝓸𝓸𝓭 𝓬𝓸𝓶𝓮𝓼 𝓯𝓻𝓸𝓶 𝓲𝓰𝓷𝓸𝓻𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓸𝓾𝓻 𝓱𝓮𝓪𝓻𝓽'𝓼 𝓭𝓮𝓼𝓲𝓻𝓮."
Witchy Coffee
Erin Ritch
☆☆☆
This story follows Florence as she heads home to Windia, Oregon for the holidays after she gets fired from her job in Portland. When a stranger shows up in town, jeopardizing her family's coffee shop, Florence Mackenzie has to step in and do everything she can in order to protect them.
I am a huge fan of reading quick, easy books between my more intense novels. This was a super cute read with a really good atmosphere. I love small and quaint towns (I can thank Gilmore Girls for this) and Windia, Oregon delivers the small-town feel so well! This book definitely gives off fall/winter vibes with the coffee shop, magic, and witchcraft - which combined together adds more spark to the story.
For me, the romance fell a little bit flat. I felt as though there needed to be WAY more interaction between the love interests in order to show the tension and the way that they felt about each other because, in my opinion, there was nowhere near enough to truly show off the enemies to lovers trope.
I did enjoy Florence’s character and how she is beyond determined to help out her family and will do anything in order to keep their coffee shop from falling into the hands of their rivals. The family dynamic was cute as well - with them all being so supportive of each other and they were also quite a funny bunch of individuals.
Overall it was definitely a sweet, easy-to-read story which is perfect to read in between books for a little bit of a break from something super serious!
** Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review
Witchy Coffee
Erin Ritch
☆☆☆
This story follows Florence as she heads home to Windia, Oregon for the holidays after she gets fired from her job in Portland. When a stranger shows up in town, jeopardizing her family's coffee shop, Florence Mackenzie has to step in and do everything she can in order to protect them.
I am a huge fan of reading quick, easy books between my more intense novels. This was a super cute read with a really good atmosphere. I love small and quaint towns (I can thank Gilmore Girls for this) and Windia, Oregon delivers the small-town feel so well! This book definitely gives off fall/winter vibes with the coffee shop, magic, and witchcraft - which combined together adds more spark to the story.
For me, the romance fell a little bit flat. I felt as though there needed to be WAY more interaction between the love interests in order to show the tension and the way that they felt about each other because, in my opinion, there was nowhere near enough to truly show off the enemies to lovers trope.
I did enjoy Florence’s character and how she is beyond determined to help out her family and will do anything in order to keep their coffee shop from falling into the hands of their rivals. The family dynamic was cute as well - with them all being so supportive of each other and they were also quite a funny bunch of individuals.
Overall it was definitely a sweet, easy-to-read story which is perfect to read in between books for a little bit of a break from something super serious!
** Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review
September 9, 2021
This was such a cute read! Even though the majority of this book happens around Christmas and New Year's, it was still helping me to get into a Fall mood with all of its coziness and witchy vibes. Florence loses her job as a barista the day before she was due to travel back to her family home for the holidays. When she gets there she finds out someone (a quite handsome man named Samson) wants to buy out her family's coffee shop but there's more at stake than just their family business. Florence's grandmother, sister-in-law, niece and best friend all join Florence in doing everything they can to show that their coffee shop is the one that the residents of Windia want. Along the way, Florence may have introduced a new coffee blend that cast a love spell over the whole town, but who has time to worry about that! I *loved* all of their kooky events and magical interventions and the intense family love between these strong women. There were some really sweet and touching moments between Florence and Samson that contributed to the overall feel-good nature of this story. This is great for fans of magic, strong women, family, caffeinated beverages and small town charm!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read a copy of this story!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read a copy of this story!
August 27, 2021
After being fired from her barista job in Portland, Florence MacKenzie returns to her small hometown of Windia on the coast for the holidays. She helps out in their family coffee shop, lovingly nicknamed the Yurt by the town's residents. Shortly after arriving, she discovers that another coffee shop is trying to take over... none other than the son of the company that fired her. When the Yurt is forced to try a new coffee blend, suddenly the town is going crazy for coffee. When new and unexpected couples start falling in love, the slogan on their new coffee takes on new meaning, "There's magic in every bean". Has the Yurt been serving up a love spell to the whole town? Is this the cause of her attraction to her rival, Samson Richards?
This snuggly holiday romance is perfect to cuddle up with on a cold day with your favorite cup of coffee. The rivalry between the MacKenzie ladies and Sam is laugh-out-loud funny at times and great fun. I wish my small town had The Yurt too.
I received an advance reader copy of this book through NetGalley. My review is given voluntarily. For this and my other reviews please visit mibookobsession.blogspot.com
This snuggly holiday romance is perfect to cuddle up with on a cold day with your favorite cup of coffee. The rivalry between the MacKenzie ladies and Sam is laugh-out-loud funny at times and great fun. I wish my small town had The Yurt too.
I received an advance reader copy of this book through NetGalley. My review is given voluntarily. For this and my other reviews please visit mibookobsession.blogspot.com
August 17, 2021
I voluntarily received an eARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
Witchy coffee is warmly, feel good read. Personally I think this is perfect book for Christmas or winter time- wrapped in blanket with hot chocolate coffee in mug.
At beggining I was little skeptic, I cound’t get into it. But as pages went I felt for Florence, her family, Samson and Windia. I’m interested in witchy things so I enjoyed this aspect of story as much as it’s romance. Only thing I’m not happy about is lenght- story could be little longer so I could stay in Windia
Witchy coffee is warmly, feel good read. Personally I think this is perfect book for Christmas or winter time- wrapped in blanket with hot chocolate coffee in mug.
At beggining I was little skeptic, I cound’t get into it. But as pages went I felt for Florence, her family, Samson and Windia. I’m interested in witchy things so I enjoyed this aspect of story as much as it’s romance. Only thing I’m not happy about is lenght- story could be little longer so I could stay in Windia
January 4, 2022
As a coffeeholic, he title alone piqued my interest. A fun read with quirky characters and a paranormal vibe. From the cover I thought this book would take place around maybe Valentine's Day but the characters were celebrating the holiday season up to New Years. Overall, an enjoyable story. I'd love to read more by this author.
August 28, 2021
Thank you NetGalley for the free ARC.
I really enjoyed reading it. It was a simple read with a sweet story. I liked the fact that Florence put her family first and would do anything to keep the family business.
I really enjoyed reading it. It was a simple read with a sweet story. I liked the fact that Florence put her family first and would do anything to keep the family business.
January 12, 2025
Quick and easy
A Feel good, quick and easy read. All to be expected. Just enough character depth go enjoy outcome and ending.
A Feel good, quick and easy read. All to be expected. Just enough character depth go enjoy outcome and ending.
August 31, 2021
This was such a cute story (love enemies-to-lovers!) and would make an adorable holiday rom-com film. I really enjoyed Florence’s character and her grandmother was hilarious. The story was a quick read, kept me smiling and was hard to put down!
I received an eARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my review.
I received an eARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my review.
August 11, 2021
Thanks to netgalley and publisher for ARC
I loved this story, it was whimsical and sweet with a wonderful subtle magic woven throughout. The romance was great, the characters were likeable, the town of Windia felt homely and real. The perfect read for a quiet afternoon (with a cup of coffee, of course!)
I loved this story, it was whimsical and sweet with a wonderful subtle magic woven throughout. The romance was great, the characters were likeable, the town of Windia felt homely and real. The perfect read for a quiet afternoon (with a cup of coffee, of course!)
April 8, 2022
This was a cute, quick read! Very lighthearted and sweet.
September 6, 2021
ARC from Netgalley
This book was... something. From the description and cover it seemed like it should be a romance novel, but it definitely wasn't. The enemies to lovers trope was there, but there was no build up and all of a sudden they were together and it was done. It was more of a book about saving a coffeeshop with some brief interactions between the two.
I was interested in this solely because I'm a sucker for any witch book, but that also left me wanting. I felt nothing for any of the characters, except maybe the grandma, and even her arc ended on a very weird note.
Also I truly hate the title.
This book was... something. From the description and cover it seemed like it should be a romance novel, but it definitely wasn't. The enemies to lovers trope was there, but there was no build up and all of a sudden they were together and it was done. It was more of a book about saving a coffeeshop with some brief interactions between the two.
I was interested in this solely because I'm a sucker for any witch book, but that also left me wanting. I felt nothing for any of the characters, except maybe the grandma, and even her arc ended on a very weird note.
Also I truly hate the title.
September 26, 2021
WItchy Coffee revolves around Florence Mackenzie and her family owned coffee shop. With new competition the Mackenzie women start experimenting with coffee, in an effort to bring in more customers and run off the (charming) enemy.
Set in a small town setting, the story has a very cozy feeling. A quick and easy read, I got through the book quite fast. It also helped that it was enemies to lovers read (who isn't a sucker for those). While is was very predictable, Witchy Coffee was enchanting read!
Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for giving me a free copy to read and review.
Set in a small town setting, the story has a very cozy feeling. A quick and easy read, I got through the book quite fast. It also helped that it was enemies to lovers read (who isn't a sucker for those). While is was very predictable, Witchy Coffee was enchanting read!
Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for giving me a free copy to read and review.
September 8, 2021
I want to thank NetGalley and the author for providing me with a copy of this book. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Witchy Coffee by Erin Ritch is cozy and cuddly read, that can lift your festive spirit high! I really enjoyed reading it. It was a simple read with a sweet story.
Witchy Coffee follows Florence Mackenzie as she returns to her home town Windia, Oregon to help at the family coffee shop after being fired from her job. Shortly after arriving, she discovers that another coffee shop is trying to take over... none other than the son of the company that fired her. As Florence try to fight her competition and send him on his way out of town, she also needs to fight her connection towards him. If only fighting your feelings were that simple.
This snuggly holiday romance is perfect to cuddle up with on a cold day with your favorite cup of coffee. The rivalry between the MacKenzie ladies and Sam is laugh-out-loud funny at times and great fun. The mood and scenery settings of Windia is wonderful. I have loved all the characters through out the story and it involves perfect amount of magic in it. This was such a cute story and would make an adorable holiday rom-com film.
The romance was a little flat for me, the characters stated their feelings towards the end but I felt that they weren’t shown or explored throughout the book before then. The romance felt like it just needed more scenes with the love interests interacting and showing the reader the tension or the feelings they were feeling. For a supposed rivals to lovers story it was pretty sudden and flat to me.
The supporting characters shine with bright eccentric warmth, especially Pearl, the wise matriarch with a few magic tricks up her sleeves. More magic would have been welcome as it sometimes felt like an afterthought, but Pearl does her best to interject her unique quirks and rituals when necessary.
Overall, Witchy Coffee was enjoyable, and readers looking for a quick romantic escape with wholesome fun and a twist of magic should give it a try!
Witchy Coffee by Erin Ritch is cozy and cuddly read, that can lift your festive spirit high! I really enjoyed reading it. It was a simple read with a sweet story.
Witchy Coffee follows Florence Mackenzie as she returns to her home town Windia, Oregon to help at the family coffee shop after being fired from her job. Shortly after arriving, she discovers that another coffee shop is trying to take over... none other than the son of the company that fired her. As Florence try to fight her competition and send him on his way out of town, she also needs to fight her connection towards him. If only fighting your feelings were that simple.
This snuggly holiday romance is perfect to cuddle up with on a cold day with your favorite cup of coffee. The rivalry between the MacKenzie ladies and Sam is laugh-out-loud funny at times and great fun. The mood and scenery settings of Windia is wonderful. I have loved all the characters through out the story and it involves perfect amount of magic in it. This was such a cute story and would make an adorable holiday rom-com film.
The romance was a little flat for me, the characters stated their feelings towards the end but I felt that they weren’t shown or explored throughout the book before then. The romance felt like it just needed more scenes with the love interests interacting and showing the reader the tension or the feelings they were feeling. For a supposed rivals to lovers story it was pretty sudden and flat to me.
The supporting characters shine with bright eccentric warmth, especially Pearl, the wise matriarch with a few magic tricks up her sleeves. More magic would have been welcome as it sometimes felt like an afterthought, but Pearl does her best to interject her unique quirks and rituals when necessary.
Overall, Witchy Coffee was enjoyable, and readers looking for a quick romantic escape with wholesome fun and a twist of magic should give it a try!
August 31, 2021
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange of my honest review.
Witchy Coffee by Erin Ritch is cozy and cuddly read, that can lift your festive spirit high!
Loosing her job at a coffee shop in Portland just before Christmas holidays approaching, Florence finds her self going back to Windia, the town she grew up in. Upon going back to her town, as she falls back into the comfort of home and routine, she finds herself being attracted to a handsome stranger named Samson. Too bad, turns out he is the competitor's son who is trying to buy their family coffee shop. As Florence try to fight her competition and send him on his way out of town, she also needs to fight her connection towards him. If only fighting your feelings were that simple.
The mood and scenery settings of Windia is wonderful. I have loved all the characters through out the story and it involves perfect amount of magic in it.
In short, if you're looking for quick paced, comfy witch romance read with enemies-to-lovers trope, you should definitely try Witchy Coffee by Erin Ritch.
Witchy Coffee by Erin Ritch is cozy and cuddly read, that can lift your festive spirit high!
Loosing her job at a coffee shop in Portland just before Christmas holidays approaching, Florence finds her self going back to Windia, the town she grew up in. Upon going back to her town, as she falls back into the comfort of home and routine, she finds herself being attracted to a handsome stranger named Samson. Too bad, turns out he is the competitor's son who is trying to buy their family coffee shop. As Florence try to fight her competition and send him on his way out of town, she also needs to fight her connection towards him. If only fighting your feelings were that simple.
The mood and scenery settings of Windia is wonderful. I have loved all the characters through out the story and it involves perfect amount of magic in it.
In short, if you're looking for quick paced, comfy witch romance read with enemies-to-lovers trope, you should definitely try Witchy Coffee by Erin Ritch.
October 6, 2021
Rating – 3.5/5 stars
Recommended for – fans of family drama/self-rediscovery journey with a side of rom-com and a dash of magic
Disclaimer – A review copy of this book was provided by Netgalley. All opinions stated here are my own.
First, intriguing title. Certainly, piqued my interest. I’m always up for magic and good beverages.
Okay, I must get this off my chest. This book demanded a lot out of me. If a trial of patience was part of the initiation to a coven of witches, I’d be one of the sisters by now. It took me more than a month to get through the first half of the book. The story up until then was nice but only nice. I didn’t feel connected to the plot or the characters until the halfway mark. Then I finished the second half within a day.
The story felt all over the place, especially in the beginning. And the plot resolved in the most unexpected way. Might even call the ending a bit rushed. Normally this would be a bad sign. But in this case, it mirrored the journey of the main character (MC). Florence Mackenzie.
When we meet Florence, to be polite, she was a hot mess. On every page, she seemed frantic and frazzled. In one instant, we find her yelling at her ex in the middle of his store. And at some other people (we’ll get back to these other people later *side-eye*). Her vibe screamed slightly overdramatic and manufactured drama. I felt exhausted just reading about her.
Now, let me backtrack a little. Florence is a barista. She got fired from her job at Sam’s ‘Spresso (a huge coffee cart chain in Portland) just before her Christmas break because the owner listened to her evil co-workers. So she carts herself off to her seaside hometown, Windia, to lick her wounds and figure out her next move. Windia, where the Mackenzie family runs a coffee shop nicknamed “The Yurt”. The Mackenzie family consisting of our MC Florence, her niece Diana, her sister-in-law Mia, and her witchy grandmother Pearl. On a side note, Pearl gave me major deja vu for Betty White’s character in the movie The Proposal (the one starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds). Any Betty White character really. Wise and slightly crazy. Okay, back to Witchy Coffee.
Enter our romantic interest, Samson Richards. Sam’s son. A.k.a. the Sam-that-fired-Florence-from-Sam’s ‘Spresso’s son. And as if that’s not enough cause for Florence to have beef with him, he’s rolled up with an offer to buy The Yurt from the Mackenzies. Suffice to say, that does not go over well. Flying baked goods were involved. And he is one of the afore-mentioned "other people".
Then, to give a taste of healthy competition, Samson sets up a coffee cart in the town square. And the Mackenzies (and Florence’s best friend Harper) take up arms to meet the challenge. Said arms involve Wiccan magic and a new coffee blend that seems equivalent to a love potion. And the other "other people" is a mysterious fairy godmother-like character (although Pearl uses the word enchantress) selling the magic coffee beans. The Mackenzies’ mission – to drive Samson Richards out of town.
Although the cover and description give the vibe of bewitching romance, I found that this was more in line with Florence running away from herself and her hometown after the deaths of her mother and brother. And rediscovering herself and the magic she left behind. Her family is the bridge that connects her to herself. And Samson is the catalyst, that pushes her forward on her journey.
My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for providing a copy of this book.
Recommended for – fans of family drama/self-rediscovery journey with a side of rom-com and a dash of magic
Disclaimer – A review copy of this book was provided by Netgalley. All opinions stated here are my own.
First, intriguing title. Certainly, piqued my interest. I’m always up for magic and good beverages.
Okay, I must get this off my chest. This book demanded a lot out of me. If a trial of patience was part of the initiation to a coven of witches, I’d be one of the sisters by now. It took me more than a month to get through the first half of the book. The story up until then was nice but only nice. I didn’t feel connected to the plot or the characters until the halfway mark. Then I finished the second half within a day.
The story felt all over the place, especially in the beginning. And the plot resolved in the most unexpected way. Might even call the ending a bit rushed. Normally this would be a bad sign. But in this case, it mirrored the journey of the main character (MC). Florence Mackenzie.
When we meet Florence, to be polite, she was a hot mess. On every page, she seemed frantic and frazzled. In one instant, we find her yelling at her ex in the middle of his store. And at some other people (we’ll get back to these other people later *side-eye*). Her vibe screamed slightly overdramatic and manufactured drama. I felt exhausted just reading about her.
Now, let me backtrack a little. Florence is a barista. She got fired from her job at Sam’s ‘Spresso (a huge coffee cart chain in Portland) just before her Christmas break because the owner listened to her evil co-workers. So she carts herself off to her seaside hometown, Windia, to lick her wounds and figure out her next move. Windia, where the Mackenzie family runs a coffee shop nicknamed “The Yurt”. The Mackenzie family consisting of our MC Florence, her niece Diana, her sister-in-law Mia, and her witchy grandmother Pearl. On a side note, Pearl gave me major deja vu for Betty White’s character in the movie The Proposal (the one starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds). Any Betty White character really. Wise and slightly crazy. Okay, back to Witchy Coffee.
Enter our romantic interest, Samson Richards. Sam’s son. A.k.a. the Sam-that-fired-Florence-from-Sam’s ‘Spresso’s son. And as if that’s not enough cause for Florence to have beef with him, he’s rolled up with an offer to buy The Yurt from the Mackenzies. Suffice to say, that does not go over well. Flying baked goods were involved. And he is one of the afore-mentioned "other people".
Then, to give a taste of healthy competition, Samson sets up a coffee cart in the town square. And the Mackenzies (and Florence’s best friend Harper) take up arms to meet the challenge. Said arms involve Wiccan magic and a new coffee blend that seems equivalent to a love potion. And the other "other people" is a mysterious fairy godmother-like character (although Pearl uses the word enchantress) selling the magic coffee beans. The Mackenzies’ mission – to drive Samson Richards out of town.
Although the cover and description give the vibe of bewitching romance, I found that this was more in line with Florence running away from herself and her hometown after the deaths of her mother and brother. And rediscovering herself and the magic she left behind. Her family is the bridge that connects her to herself. And Samson is the catalyst, that pushes her forward on her journey.
My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for providing a copy of this book.
August 18, 2021
Witchy Coffee follows Florence Mackenzie as she returns to her home town Windia, Oregon to help at the family coffee shop after being fired from her job. Unfortunately, she returns to a threat to her family business from a competing coffee company and soon magic coffee beans waft love into the town, at least that must be the only explanation for why she suddenly feels more than anger for the enemy...
This book sounded so good but unfortunately fell middle of the road for me. I really enjoyed the atmosphere of Windia and the cold beachy town, would definitely recommend reading it in winter like i did.
I found it hard to feel fully immersed into the story until the last 100 pages and just found the characters -okay- aahh I’m so sad about this people.
The romance was a little flat for me, the characters stated their feelings towards the end but I felt that they weren’t shown or explored throughout the book before then. The romance felt like it just needed more scenes with the love interests interacting and showing the reader the tension or the feelings they were feeling. For a supposed rivals to lovers story it was pretty sudden and flat to me.
Witchy Coffee will be released on 24 August 2021 , so if you’re looking for a light, quick, atmospheric romance with a bit of magic, maybe this will do the job.
Thank you to #NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review and happy reading folks !
This book sounded so good but unfortunately fell middle of the road for me. I really enjoyed the atmosphere of Windia and the cold beachy town, would definitely recommend reading it in winter like i did.
I found it hard to feel fully immersed into the story until the last 100 pages and just found the characters -okay- aahh I’m so sad about this people.
The romance was a little flat for me, the characters stated their feelings towards the end but I felt that they weren’t shown or explored throughout the book before then. The romance felt like it just needed more scenes with the love interests interacting and showing the reader the tension or the feelings they were feeling. For a supposed rivals to lovers story it was pretty sudden and flat to me.
Witchy Coffee will be released on 24 August 2021 , so if you’re looking for a light, quick, atmospheric romance with a bit of magic, maybe this will do the job.
Thank you to #NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review and happy reading folks !
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August 23, 2021Life on the fringes of the city is often a story of conflict between the pull of tradition and the push of so-called economic progress. In Witchy Coffee, Erin Richt paints a battlefield of sorts -- the struggle of highly emotional, ever-belligerent all-female survivors of the town's local family to protect the only legacy left to them from the encroachment of big business from the city. Readers looking for chapter end cliff hangers or steamy erotic scenes will not find them here, for Erin skillfully holds the reader's interest instead with a blend of situational humor, homey pictures of small town life, a good dosage of magic, heroic if not foolhardy attempts to rise above deep-seated emotional trauma, soft romantic moments, and her facility for smooth and easy, fluid expressions. Another gem that i admire in the story is the character development of the male "antagonist", who bravely fought against his cold-blooded business sense and the ire of his father, to yield to the woman he has come to admire and to love. The only moments that made me a bit uncomfortable (as a man), are the frequent shedding and holding back of tears, which i admit are understandable for a woman. This literary trope, however, if not handled well, could push the story to the verge of melodrama. Erin has handled it well.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 3, 2021
Thank you netgalley for giving me this ebook arc!
This story is set in a little town called Windia. The main character Florence is a barista whose family own a coffee shop in Windia. After Florence is getting fired in a coffee shop, she’s travelling to her family to Windia for Christmas. One day a tall, dark haired guy walks through the door…
Now I give you my complete honest and personal review of the book.
I completely adore these characters and the relationships between these characters! I read it in one sitting, which is completely unusual for me. It was so fast paced that the ending kind of surprised me. The tension between the main characters were amazing! Samson is an unbelievable man who helps where he can and his heart is literally of gold. My favourite character was Pearl the grandmother who is a little bit crazy but completely sweet.
Personally, I didn’t like the entire plot. I thought it was quite boring and predictable. In my opinion it was a cliché plot which didn’t made it special. Another point is that I kind of wished it was more steamy… it was a cute romance without any spice. Additionally, there wasn’t enough Christmas feeling. It never felt like it was Christmas time! But through the magical aspect, I felt a more Christmas magic than expected!
All in all, I recommend this book if you’re looking for a cute, winter & magical enemies to lovers romance novel! I highly recommend it if you’re looking for a novel which shows a strong family bond.
This story is set in a little town called Windia. The main character Florence is a barista whose family own a coffee shop in Windia. After Florence is getting fired in a coffee shop, she’s travelling to her family to Windia for Christmas. One day a tall, dark haired guy walks through the door…
Now I give you my complete honest and personal review of the book.
I completely adore these characters and the relationships between these characters! I read it in one sitting, which is completely unusual for me. It was so fast paced that the ending kind of surprised me. The tension between the main characters were amazing! Samson is an unbelievable man who helps where he can and his heart is literally of gold. My favourite character was Pearl the grandmother who is a little bit crazy but completely sweet.
Personally, I didn’t like the entire plot. I thought it was quite boring and predictable. In my opinion it was a cliché plot which didn’t made it special. Another point is that I kind of wished it was more steamy… it was a cute romance without any spice. Additionally, there wasn’t enough Christmas feeling. It never felt like it was Christmas time! But through the magical aspect, I felt a more Christmas magic than expected!
All in all, I recommend this book if you’re looking for a cute, winter & magical enemies to lovers romance novel! I highly recommend it if you’re looking for a novel which shows a strong family bond.
August 16, 2021
Witchy Coffee is a fun and quick-paced romance set in a sweet coastal Oregon town where magic is real. Florence is our heroine, who is determined to help the women in her family successfully keep their coffee shop out of the hands of Samson, the hero who is determined to buy the shop and replace it with a booming coffee franchise. It's the coffee version of You Got Mail if you add some witchcraft into the mix.
It's a lovely read with enough fun to want to turn the page, but not enough romantic connection between Florence and Sampson to fall head-over-heels. While the characters have interesting backstories that hint to deeper emotional levels, they stay largely on the surface which makes the romantic connection between the leading lady and her male counterpart a bit uninspired and flimsy.
The supporting characters shine with bright eccentric warmth, especially Pearl, the wise matriarch with a few magic tricks up her sleeves. More magic would have been welcome as it sometimes felt like an afterthought, but Pearl does her best to interject her unique quirks and rituals when necessary.
Overall, Witchy Coffee was enjoyable, and readers looking for a quick romantic escape with wholesome fun and a twist of magic should give it a try!
*I received a free copy through Netflix
It's a lovely read with enough fun to want to turn the page, but not enough romantic connection between Florence and Sampson to fall head-over-heels. While the characters have interesting backstories that hint to deeper emotional levels, they stay largely on the surface which makes the romantic connection between the leading lady and her male counterpart a bit uninspired and flimsy.
The supporting characters shine with bright eccentric warmth, especially Pearl, the wise matriarch with a few magic tricks up her sleeves. More magic would have been welcome as it sometimes felt like an afterthought, but Pearl does her best to interject her unique quirks and rituals when necessary.
Overall, Witchy Coffee was enjoyable, and readers looking for a quick romantic escape with wholesome fun and a twist of magic should give it a try!
*I received a free copy through Netflix
September 17, 2021
⭐ 3/5 ⭐
Thanks to NetGalley for allow me read this eARC in exchange for my honest opinion ❣️
Tengo sentimientos encontrados con este libro. La verdad que lo he leído rápido y me ha entretenido un buen, pero siento que mientras leía la historia, iba creándome expectativas que no se han cumplido del todo.
Lo he leído como si fuera una película navideña propia de Antena 3 en diciembre, de esas que disfruto tanto. Y creo que este libro ganaría muchísimo si fuera una película, esa pizca de carisma que le falta.
Estamos ante Florence, una de las dueñas de la única cafetería de Windia; y ante Samson, empresario, hijo del dueño de una multinacional de cafeterías que quieren hacerse con el local de la familia de Florence.
Estaba entusiasmada por este enemies to lovers, pero no sé en qué momento se gustan. Describen a Samson, pero nunca como una figura super atractiva, irresistible, hasta el 40% aprox del libro, cuando a ella le empieza a gustar. ¡Casi no han tenido interacciones entre ambos! Me desconcierta.
Y bueno, hay algo del final que... A mí me deja loca 😂 sí que existe un aura de magia en la historia, pero nunca al nivel de lo que de repente ocurre. O sea, anonadada me hayo 😂
Igualmente es una lectura ligera, con mucho vocabulario en inglés que no conocía y que me ha hecho avanzar lento, pero se pilla rápido el truco.
Thanks to NetGalley for allow me read this eARC in exchange for my honest opinion ❣️
Tengo sentimientos encontrados con este libro. La verdad que lo he leído rápido y me ha entretenido un buen, pero siento que mientras leía la historia, iba creándome expectativas que no se han cumplido del todo.
Lo he leído como si fuera una película navideña propia de Antena 3 en diciembre, de esas que disfruto tanto. Y creo que este libro ganaría muchísimo si fuera una película, esa pizca de carisma que le falta.
Estamos ante Florence, una de las dueñas de la única cafetería de Windia; y ante Samson, empresario, hijo del dueño de una multinacional de cafeterías que quieren hacerse con el local de la familia de Florence.
Estaba entusiasmada por este enemies to lovers, pero no sé en qué momento se gustan. Describen a Samson, pero nunca como una figura super atractiva, irresistible, hasta el 40% aprox del libro, cuando a ella le empieza a gustar. ¡Casi no han tenido interacciones entre ambos! Me desconcierta.
Y bueno, hay algo del final que... A mí me deja loca 😂 sí que existe un aura de magia en la historia, pero nunca al nivel de lo que de repente ocurre. O sea, anonadada me hayo 😂
Igualmente es una lectura ligera, con mucho vocabulario en inglés que no conocía y que me ha hecho avanzar lento, pero se pilla rápido el truco.
September 21, 2021
When Florence Mackenzie is fired from her job as a barista in Portland, Oregon just days before Christmas, she heads home to Windia, a beach town filled with eccentric characters who know each other’s business and don’t forget anything. Florence is lost and bereft. But when a handsome stranger rolls into town and plans to open a corporate chain coffee shop that will compete with her family’s generations-old coffee shop, she is ready to fight to save her family’s business and her town. Desperate, Florence faces her fears and accepts the magic that is part of her family history. But instead of chasing the stranger, Samson, from town, she finds herself falling for him instead.
This is a super sweet and cozy romance; picture a hallmark Christmas movie in book form. It’s a light and fast read with a quirky cast of characters. Florence and Samson are enemies from the get go: Florence has returned home with her tail between her legs when she’s fired from her job at Sam’s ‘Spresso coffee cart. When she discovers that Sam’s son, Samson, is trying to bring the chain to her small coastal town she’s ready to run him out of town anyway she can – which brings a delightful amount of comic accidents her way.
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This is a super sweet and cozy romance; picture a hallmark Christmas movie in book form. It’s a light and fast read with a quirky cast of characters. Florence and Samson are enemies from the get go: Florence has returned home with her tail between her legs when she’s fired from her job at Sam’s ‘Spresso coffee cart. When she discovers that Sam’s son, Samson, is trying to bring the chain to her small coastal town she’s ready to run him out of town anyway she can – which brings a delightful amount of comic accidents her way.
Click on the link to read the full review on our blog: https://romancebythebook.com/2021/09/...
September 10, 2021
3.5: this book was a cute, cozy read that i really enjoyed but left me feeling a bit underwhelmed by the end. it had really good atmosphere with the small town setting in the northwest combined with all the coffee and witchy elements, it was a perfect beginning of fall read. i also really loved the heroine, florence, and her family. i thought their dynamic was super adorable and i just loved seeing this group of women who worked so hard to defend their family's business and legacy. it was sweet!
however, i think this book ended up feeling less like a romance book and more like a chicklit/contemporary fiction novel as the romance was severely underdeveloped. the hero himself felt very flat and boring and the his and heroine's chemistry or connection was nonexistent imo. if you wanna write enemies to lovers/hate to love, you need more sexual chemistry imo, and this just didn't have it. i also think the book's attempts at magical realism with the witchcraft felt kinda forced and wasn't well inserted in. magic elements would just occur at random points and just left me more confused than anything.
overall, this was a cute fall read that i enjoyed and would recommend if you like contemporary fiction, but not so much for the romance.
however, i think this book ended up feeling less like a romance book and more like a chicklit/contemporary fiction novel as the romance was severely underdeveloped. the hero himself felt very flat and boring and the his and heroine's chemistry or connection was nonexistent imo. if you wanna write enemies to lovers/hate to love, you need more sexual chemistry imo, and this just didn't have it. i also think the book's attempts at magical realism with the witchcraft felt kinda forced and wasn't well inserted in. magic elements would just occur at random points and just left me more confused than anything.
overall, this was a cute fall read that i enjoyed and would recommend if you like contemporary fiction, but not so much for the romance.
August 13, 2021
4 *stars*
When I read the first chapter I fell in love with this book. I have found my passion for coffee and after reading this book I will be researching more about coffee.
My thoughts: Really cute, I would say autumn read (it's not but it felt like it was) or better winter read with some hot beverage. I really like the family relationship through out the whole book. The witchy part gave the book some sort of spark or spice. I wished there was more romance between the two characters, it felt that the love came too fast. Other thing that was bothering me: if they have business for so long why do they buy coffee from the local shop instead of buying it in bulks and for a lot cheaper than the store provides….
Brief synopsis: enemies to lovers story. Cute witchy romance between barista, Florence Mackenzie, from Portland and stranger who comes into the town and make a buzz. Florence and her family are trying to protect family home and beloved coffee shop. Espresso Off challenge, sabotage and magic is involved in this story.
Grab some coffee and read this story. :)
Thank you for this book!
#WitchyCoffee #NetGalley
When I read the first chapter I fell in love with this book. I have found my passion for coffee and after reading this book I will be researching more about coffee.
My thoughts: Really cute, I would say autumn read (it's not but it felt like it was) or better winter read with some hot beverage. I really like the family relationship through out the whole book. The witchy part gave the book some sort of spark or spice. I wished there was more romance between the two characters, it felt that the love came too fast. Other thing that was bothering me: if they have business for so long why do they buy coffee from the local shop instead of buying it in bulks and for a lot cheaper than the store provides….
Brief synopsis: enemies to lovers story. Cute witchy romance between barista, Florence Mackenzie, from Portland and stranger who comes into the town and make a buzz. Florence and her family are trying to protect family home and beloved coffee shop. Espresso Off challenge, sabotage and magic is involved in this story.
Grab some coffee and read this story. :)
Thank you for this book!
#WitchyCoffee #NetGalley
August 23, 2021
* f/m romance
* rivals to lovers / enemies to lovers
* small town
* magic theme
* quick read
Tw: grief, mention of brother and mother's death
Florence MacKenzie is a barista who is fired from Sam's 'Spresso. She returns to the small town where she grew up to run the family business. When a handsome man in a suit appears in their coffee shop and offers them to buy this place, MacKenzie women reject him. By reject, I mean beat him with spatula and throw cookie at him. As it turns out later, he is none other than the son of Florence's former boss.
Florence will do anything to protect her family, even if it means using magic and competing with a handsome and annoying man.
I loved the family dynamic. The MacKenzie women were so supportive but also messy and hilarious. I wish this book was longer and romance between Florence and Samson more developed. The switch pov in the middle of the chapter made me confused.
Overall, it was sweet and charming book about power of family and women's friendship with a little bit of magic.
Thank you NetGalley for giving me an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
* rivals to lovers / enemies to lovers
* small town
* magic theme
* quick read
Tw: grief, mention of brother and mother's death
Florence MacKenzie is a barista who is fired from Sam's 'Spresso. She returns to the small town where she grew up to run the family business. When a handsome man in a suit appears in their coffee shop and offers them to buy this place, MacKenzie women reject him. By reject, I mean beat him with spatula and throw cookie at him. As it turns out later, he is none other than the son of Florence's former boss.
Florence will do anything to protect her family, even if it means using magic and competing with a handsome and annoying man.
I loved the family dynamic. The MacKenzie women were so supportive but also messy and hilarious. I wish this book was longer and romance between Florence and Samson more developed. The switch pov in the middle of the chapter made me confused.
Overall, it was sweet and charming book about power of family and women's friendship with a little bit of magic.
Thank you NetGalley for giving me an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
September 5, 2021
As the saying from the book goes, “𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘪𝘯 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘯” ☕- it is surely a magical story. 💞
This book is like a Hallmark holiday romances, because the time setting happened in between Christmas and New Year seasons. Like any other rom-com, the two main characters have their fair share of fights and signs of physical attractions. There are light humors in the storyline wherein all characters of the book has achieved to catch my attention as the reader.
I find a great pleasure it gives in reading it. The connection with the characters feels wondrous as I follow their story like magic. I admire the boldness of the Mackenzie women and the friendly neighbors of Windia. Speaking of the neighborhood, the setting of the story incredibly allows me to experience the peaceful and simple way of life the coastal woodlands of Oregon provides.
This book could be a good choice for you to escape from the madness of holiday rush or planning during the most wonderful time of the year, Christmas and New Year. It is light humor and a "feel good" book to curl up with a warm blanket and a hot mug of coffee. Yes! A MUG! Take note of that. Trust me. 😊
This book is like a Hallmark holiday romances, because the time setting happened in between Christmas and New Year seasons. Like any other rom-com, the two main characters have their fair share of fights and signs of physical attractions. There are light humors in the storyline wherein all characters of the book has achieved to catch my attention as the reader.
I find a great pleasure it gives in reading it. The connection with the characters feels wondrous as I follow their story like magic. I admire the boldness of the Mackenzie women and the friendly neighbors of Windia. Speaking of the neighborhood, the setting of the story incredibly allows me to experience the peaceful and simple way of life the coastal woodlands of Oregon provides.
This book could be a good choice for you to escape from the madness of holiday rush or planning during the most wonderful time of the year, Christmas and New Year. It is light humor and a "feel good" book to curl up with a warm blanket and a hot mug of coffee. Yes! A MUG! Take note of that. Trust me. 😊
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