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3.77 AVERAGE
3.77 AVERAGE
I picked up The Kiss Curse by Erin Sterling right after finishing The Ex Hex, and if The Ex Hex was a Halloween hallmark movie, The Kiss Curse is a Halloween sitcom episode. This story follows Gwyn, the owner of the cute witch store in the Salem-like town of Graves Glen has a new rival in town, Llewellyn “Wells” Penhallow. Wells has just opened his own witchy shop, right across from Gwyn’s. This story is full of rivals to lovers, witty banter, and swoon-worthy scenes perfect for fall!
While I did like the romance plot, the main plot fell short for me. Interwoven with the romance is the problem that Gwyn’s powers are fading and there is a mysterious new coven in town. This subplot may as well just not existed because it was in like 25% of the book. I think the concept would’ve been interesting had its purpose been properly used. In that, the book’s structure would’ve survived without it given the plot was hardly utilized until the very end. I can’t say I wasn’t disappointed by the final “twist,” it felt very rushed and ill-planned. I think this book suffers from an increased focus on aesthetic cohesion rather than structural cohesion.
A positive, I personally like Wells much better the Rhys. I think he and Gwyn’s chemistry was much more believable for me. Am I disappointed this wasn’t a Gwyn x Jane romance, yes. Will I survive, yes but begrudgingly. Despite its faults, I would recommend The Kiss Curse to anyone looking for a quick small-town romance.
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While I did like the romance plot, the main plot fell short for me. Interwoven with the romance is the problem that Gwyn’s powers are fading and there is a mysterious new coven in town. This subplot may as well just not existed because it was in like 25% of the book. I think the concept would’ve been interesting had its purpose been properly used. In that, the book’s structure would’ve survived without it given the plot was hardly utilized until the very end. I can’t say I wasn’t disappointed by the final “twist,” it felt very rushed and ill-planned. I think this book suffers from an increased focus on aesthetic cohesion rather than structural cohesion.
A positive, I personally like Wells much better the Rhys. I think he and Gwyn’s chemistry was much more believable for me. Am I disappointed this wasn’t a Gwyn x Jane romance, yes. Will I survive, yes but begrudgingly. Despite its faults, I would recommend The Kiss Curse to anyone looking for a quick small-town romance.
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adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I think I liked The Ex Hex just a liiiiittle bit more, but I really enjoyed this! Gwyn is so funny and Wells is a teddy bear.
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
I received a copy of The Kiss Curse via NetGalley to read and review.
3.5 stars rounded to 4 stars.
While The Kiss Curse can stand by itself I would still recommend reading the Ex Hex first. Wells volunteers to go to Georgia when his father visits him at the tavern and hints that someone needs to keep an eye on things in Graves Glen. Wells goes and sets up shop across from Gwyn’s shop. At first both pretty much hate each other but very quickly other feelings start to bloom.
Then Gwyn starts having trouble with her magic. Since Wells promised to keep an eye on the magic situation he ends up teaming up with Gwyn to figure out what’s happening.
This gave a very similar vibe as The Ex Hex- cozy read, best in fall with some sort of warm drink and a fire. The Kiss Curse is similar to The Ex Hex but also different enough that will keep readers interested.
3.5 stars rounded to 4 stars.
While The Kiss Curse can stand by itself I would still recommend reading the Ex Hex first. Wells volunteers to go to Georgia when his father visits him at the tavern and hints that someone needs to keep an eye on things in Graves Glen. Wells goes and sets up shop across from Gwyn’s shop. At first both pretty much hate each other but very quickly other feelings start to bloom.
Then Gwyn starts having trouble with her magic. Since Wells promised to keep an eye on the magic situation he ends up teaming up with Gwyn to figure out what’s happening.
This gave a very similar vibe as The Ex Hex- cozy read, best in fall with some sort of warm drink and a fire. The Kiss Curse is similar to The Ex Hex but also different enough that will keep readers interested.
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
i love gwyn so much!! also love the atmosphere of this book (maybe because it’s october) and i really enjoyed the plot and the baby witches’ appearances. sir purrcival got me every single time idk i really love him
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes