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

4.0

This cover is everything! So ready to start this witchy read.

Payback’s a Witch is a magical, sapphic, friends-to-lovers romantic comedy with revenge seekers and discovering where you belong.

Emmy Harlow left Thistle Grove years ago to try to discover herself after a breakup that devastated her. Now she’s come back to participate in The Gauntlet, that occurs every year and is won every year by Gareth, the ex, and his family.

Emmy, her best friend, Linden, and Talia discover that they all have something in common, Gareth. They all devise a plan to get their revenge on Gareth and The Gauntlet is the perfect opportunity.

The tournament is where the slow burn begins between Talia and Emmy. I loved the development of Emmy and Talia relationship. The relationship isn’t rushed and feels natural. And the angst. I love a good slow burn with angst.

While the romance (which is amazing) and revenge (also amazing) is a key storyline in Payback is Witch, the real treat is Harper’s descriptive writing. Her world building and descriptions of Thistle Grove create an enchanting town with histories and secrets that I already want to read more about.

Payback’s a Witch is a sexy, magical romance. With amazingly relatable characters, enchanting writing, and witty dialogue, I read this is one sitting. A perfect, magical and witchy read for October.

Thank you Berkley and Netgalley for the advance copy. All opinions are my own.