The Kiss Curse

The Kiss Curse follows witches Vivienne Jones and Rhys Penhallow in the magical town of Graves Glen, Georgia. After the events of The Ex Hex, Vivienne notices dark magic affecting the town and must work with Rhys to investigate the source. A mysterious newcomer opens a rival witchcraft shop across from Vivienne's store, adding tension to the already-precarious magical balance in Graves Glen. The situation becomes more complex as Halloween approaches and strange occurrences multiply throughout the town. Wells Jones, Vivienne's cousin, arrives to help sort out the magical disturbances while developing his own connection to the town. The story combines romance and magic as the characters navigate both supernatural threats and matters of the heart. This paranormal romance explores themes of trust, family legacy, and the intersection of modern life with ancient magic. The novel builds on Welsh folklore and witch mythology while examining how past choices influence present relationships.

Readers describe this romance novel as a fun, light Halloween-themed story that works as a standalone despite being book 2 in a series. Readers appreciated: - The banter and chemistry between main characters - Witchy elements and magical world-building - Halloween atmosphere and setting - Fast pacing and humor - Strong female friendships Common criticisms: - Plot feels rushed in final third - Less compelling than book 1 (The Ex Hex) - Romance development moves too quickly - Some plot points remain unresolved - Secondary characters need more depth Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: 3.8/5 (27,000+ ratings) Amazon: 4.3/5 (2,800+ ratings) BookBub: 4.2/5 (1,400+ ratings) Multiple reviewers noted this as a "perfect October read" but "not as memorable" as the first book. Several mentioned they finished it in one sitting but wished for more relationship development between the leads.

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🌙 "The Kiss Curse" is the sequel to "The Ex Hex," continuing the magical romance series set in Graves Glen, Georgia, but can be read as a standalone novel. 🔮 The book incorporates Welsh folklore and traditions into its modern witchcraft elements, reflecting the Welsh heritage of some characters. ⚡ Author Erin Sterling is actually a pen name for Rachel Hawkins, who also writes under the name Erin Knightley and is a New York Times bestselling author of multiple young adult novels. 🎃 The story takes place during the Halloween season, featuring a witch-owned occult shop called Sometimes a Great Notion, which becomes central to the plot. 🌿 The author drew inspiration from classic romantic comedies, particularly enemies-to-lovers tropes, while adding her own supernatural twist through the use of magic and curses.