A review by ariellesbookreviews
Payback's a Witch by Lana Harper

adventurous emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

I didn't have many expectations while reading Payback's a Witch by Lana Harper, but I was pleasantly surprised and thoroughly enjoyed this book. Harper did an excellent job of including a diverse cast of characters without making the reader feel she was struggling to create these characters. 

At the beginning of the book, you have Emmy Harlow returning to Thistle Grove after a self-imposed exile. Thistle Grove was created by four witches whose descendants currently govern the town. Payback's a Witch has Emmy discovering her family legacy and understanding the depth of her magic. The romance between Emmy and Talia was cute and easy to root for. The different types of magic found within the town created a compelling dynamic between the families and Talia and Emmy's romantic relationship. These relationship dynamics also allow Harper to construct a good foundation for the rest of the series.

A curious aspect of the story is Emmy Harlow could have easily been a villain, and the story could be told from the point of view of a Harlow cousin. This is not a criticism, just a funny observation. 

I cannot wait to read the new book in the series!