Isadora is pretty damn anxious, so she's content living a quiet life with her plants and animals. Devraj has traveled the world doing his duties as a Stygorn, but he's longing for a place to call home. Then he arrives in NOLA with his Bollywood-star good looks, his big personality, and unique Stygorn powers to hunt for the vampires that are snatching girls off the street. He needs Isadora's help to find them, which is a good thing for Devraj because he's crushing on Isadora, but a bad thing for her because she's trying her hardest to resist him.

I enjoyed the first book in this series, and this one was an amazing follow up; it's sweet, it's funny, and just the right amount of smutty. If you like paranormal contemporary romances that are fairly light-hearted, this is the perfect series to pick up. According to the back of the book, we're getting Nico and Violet's romance next (was kinda hoping we're figure out the deal between Ruben and Jules), so I'm looking forward to summer of 2021!

I loved this book!! I didn't realize that it was the second book in a series so now I'm so excited to start reading the first one!
Isadora Savoie is a very introverted witch. She likes to stick to what she knows: working in her greenhouse and visiting dogs at the local animal shelter. Then comes Devraj Kumar, who quite literally knocks her off her feet. Devraj, a powerful Stygorn vampire, has been called into town to help solve a crime involving missing human girls. The two make a powerful team on the case, but will the growing feelings between them evolve into something more?
I really loved Isadora and Devraj. They had some great banter, and I really liked how Isadora was able to start to feel confident with Devraj. Being with him didn't suddenly turn her into an extrovert, but it was obvious that she was comfortable with him. It was basically introvert plus extrovert = chaos.
There was definitely some hating to dating happening here, mixed with some forced proximity. I mean, Devraj really just showed up everywhere. It was a bit much, in my opinion, but I'm sure their supernatural social circles are quite small.
I will say, I found the "deny your feelings at all costs" storyline went on a bit too long. I just wanted them to talk!! But overall, I just really loved their story. I think they were super complimentary to each other and also quite steamy.

*Review copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

Title: Don't Hex and Drive
Author: Juliette Cross
Genre: Adult / NA / Paranormal Romance
Standalone or Series: Series #2
Published Date: 8th September 2020
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Steam Rating: 🌶🌶🌶

The second book in Stay a Spell Series featuring the love lives of the Savoie Sisters and their happy ever afters.

This was such a captivating paranormal romance - with the perfect blend or urban fantasy (my favourite kind of book)!

This story follows the witch Isadora and the vampire Devraj.

At first I was a little frustrated that this book wouldn't be following Jules or Violet as hoped, but Isadora did not let me down!

The chemistry between Isadora and Devraj was *chef's kisses*

The steamy scenes were on the leg slapping level I now rate my love scenes by. Devraj was utterly dreamy and I couldn't relate to Isadora more!

This is the perfect series for fans of Suzanne Wright and I'm so glad I've discovered Juliette's books!

Downside... looks like I have to wait a year for Violet and Nico's story - Witches get Stitches, but I have plenty of books to catch up on from Juliette!

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for allowing me a copy for an honest review.

This review will be posted on my Instagram account on 8th August - HKLovesbooks

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Don’t Hex and Drive is book two in the Stay a Spell series by Juliette Cross. In this book, we are going to focus on the quietest Savoie sister, Isadora and a very sexy vampire who has his sights set on her.

Isadora Savoie will tell you she’s not a hermit, she’s just introverted. Her sisters are all outgoing, but she prefers to stay in the background, working in her greenhouse, using her flowers and herbs to make healing balms and teas. Isadora and her sisters are witches, all powerful. Isadora is a conduit, she can heal. Her other passion is visiting the adorable pets who reside at the town’s animal shelter. She loves spending time there and giving the dogs just a touch of her magic to heal their bodies and souls.

Devraj Kumar is a three hundred year old, powerful Stygorn vampire, one of an elite group of vampires with very strong abilities. Recently, four young women have disappeared in their city and a vampire is suspected as the culprit. Devraj was asked by his good friend and leader of the vampires in New Orleans, Ruben, to help solve the girls’ disappearances.

Devraj moves frequently from job to job where his special abilities are needed. He’s never had anything make him question his life, although secretly he does long for a real home, friends, and maybe even love. As soon as he sees the shy, quiet Isadora, he is intrigued. Something draws him to her, makes him want to know her, to try to draw her out. He can’t seem to stop thinking about her, finding ways to cross paths with her. But then when he finally gets a taste of her, there’s no going back. She’s his. She just doesn’t know it yet.

“There’d been a lot of things that made my pulse quicken over the ages, but a woman’s smile hadn’t been one of them. Till now.”

As Devraj works to get to know Isadora better, a beautiful thing happens, she gains confidence, she finds there are some things about herself she never really knew. And there is one thing I need to tell you here. When these two finally get together, they…are…HOT!!! I might even venture to say that the scenes when these two are together might just be the hottest I’ve read in any of this author’s books! I don’t know if it was their strong connection, Juliette’s beautiful writing, or just the way they made me feel. But there was some serious swooning happening here!

“You don’t want the world to see too much of you. But I see you.”
“What do you see?”
“A lovely woman who knows the meaning of humility and kindness and true beauty.”

Devraj is determined to win Isadora’s heart. But Isadora knows that when the case is solved, Devraj will move on, it’s what he does. Can she just live in the moment, enjoy him while she can? Or is it too much of a risk to her heart?

“She hid from the world, doing her good deeds without the need for notice or praise. I wanted her more with each passing minute.”

I loved this so much. The relationship between these two builds slowly, and at the same time, they are working on finding and saving the four missing girls and taking down the vampires responsible. We also get to know the other sisters even better in this. I particularly enjoy the ongoing chemistry between Ruben and Isadora’s sister, Jules. This is such a fun, smexy, swoony series and I am so looking forward to the next book.

“This woman. Her body. Her soul. I wanted it all.”

Isadora Savoie is not comfortable around people. She prefers plants and animals. She is happy to remain in the shadow of her sisters but reluctantly gets roped into solving the mystery of missing neighborhood women. She is paired with a flashy, sexy vampire who is also determined to find them before it's too late.

Isadora is an antisocial woman who loves to stay in the background. I could relate with her because of this. Her conduit abilities were very interesting, especially the written aspect part of it. I do wish we had seen more of her abilities throughout the book but she isn’t flashy like her sisters so that makes sense. I did have one major issue with her which is something that I personally don't like to see in romances. She went on dates while dealing with her feelings for Devraj. This is something that I know happens in real life, but it's something that really bothers me. Probably because this is something I would never do.

Devraj Kumar is a Stygon, a legendary vampire warrior, and a former Bollywood star. Devraj was charming, flirty, and a fun character. While these two are the complete opposites they worked. He really pulls Isadora out of her shell. I really liked him. He was a very unique vampire.

I really enjoyed the side characters in this one. I like all the Savoie sisters. I seriously can’t wait for Jules and Ruben’s story because I know it's going to be a good one. Overall this was a great sequel and I can’t wait to read the next book.

*ARC provided by Netgalley for an honest review.*

This is the second book of Stay a Spell series. After reading and loving the first book, my expectations for this one were sky-high. Moreover, the main character here was of Indian origin and that is a definite plus point.

Isadora: She was an introvert, loved to nurture her plants, Play with dogs and in general, provide care and magical energy to those dear to her. She is a giver. However, being in her mind was a little tiring for me. She was a very good person and a lot of introverts and socially awkward people would definitely relate to her. Sadly, I related more with Evie, the heroine from book 1.

Devraj: OOh the right amount of Indianness. I loved it. I loved how Devraj was more than just his Indianness. He was sexy, so swoony, he oozed charm and confidence. I absolutely had a blast reading his POV.

Relationship: This was definitely a slow burn-ish. There was a burn. And things in their relationship definitely pick up after 50%. There was a lot of push and pull in their romance. Hot and cold Isadora. I could understand her resistance to going all in for Devraj since Devraj wasn't making his intentions clear. Maybe if they actually came out and talked.... Noone knows.. But I got a little tired of the back and forth, hot and cold in the actual romance.

Steam: Very. On. Point. I loved it so much. Definitely much hotter than the first book, I think. Extra point for MF lube using. Love that. And ooh, the blood sucking and the pleasure and pain with that was just perfect.

Definitely recommend.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I even bought Wolf Gone Wild so that I could read more of this world.
Isadora & Devraj are super cute together. Cross has talent for world building. I'll be coming back to see what happens between Violet & Nico and hopefully someday Jules & Ruben.

After Wolf Gone Wild I figured the next story would be of one of the Savoie sisters. However, I expected it to be about the hilarious Violet or the eldest sister Jules. Because there was some serious tension between her and Ruben. But no: this next book is about Isadora. She is the least outspoken of the sisters, and she tends to stick to plants and animals. Because she is a very introvert witch.
She, however, gets hit on her bike by a vampire. A smoking hot, extravert vampire. Notorious Bollywood actor Devraj Kumar. Not accustomed to being rejected, Devraj is immediately intrigued by the shy witch. And he is going to use every trick in the book to get to know her better. Even getting Isadora involved in the finding and rescuing of the missing humans and vampires.
And although Isadora is reluctant to spend time with the vampire, she learns that there is more than meets the eye. Behind the eye-candy, Devraj is actually a very thoughtful and caring person. Can they find the missing people? Will they be in time to save them? And even better: will Isadora ever learn how to drive?
Five out of five hilarious stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc. And I was very happy to read that the next book in the series will be about Violet and Nico. Yihaa!

I read Wolf Gone Wild earlier on this year and really enjoyed it, so I was very excited for this to come out.

Firstly, let me say how much I loved Isadora. She is so gentle and sensitive but also strong. I really enjoyed getting to know her. She's like a badass in disguise and I feel like that's someone many of us can connect with. Of course I enjoyed meeting Devraj who is the sexy vampire love interest. The romance in this book was very enjoyable, and I enjoyed the plot that was woven around it.

I enjoyed this book more than Wolf Gone Wild, the pacing was better and I felt more connected to the characters. I'm loving the world Juliette Cross has created for the Stay A Spell series and I'm looking forward to what comes next.

There's so much left to explore in this world. I for one hope we get a love story with a Grim. I really want to learn more about these mysterious beings! Also when are we getting a Jules and Reuben romance? I need more of them in my life.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It was such a great romance with an interesting story to go along with it.

This series about a family of Witches living in New Orleans is such fun to read and the author definitely upped the ante with this frequently hilarious book.
Isadore has healing magic, adores nature and plants, secretly harbours the desire to own a dog and definitely hates getting into cars ! So getting knocked off her bicycle by a seriously hot Vampire just wasn’t on her to do list . Things get worse quickly though because he’s rented the house next door, seems to have charmed his way into her sisters good books and then he takes delivery of Isadores newest “toy” !
Devraj might seem to have the life of a playboy with his Bollywood looks but he’s actually one of the powerful supernaturals who police the Vampires. He’s in town to help Reuben and very quickly realises that the pretty Witch next door just has to be destined for his bed . Yet Isadore is stubborn and constantly pushes him away but as a predator that’s never going to put Devraj off !
I enjoyed the first book but this story definitely had me eagerly turning the pages with a smile in my face. There plenty of fun moments here but it’s set against a background of blood trafficking so don’t fear it’s just a romance because there is a good story here . For me the chemistry was spot on and I loved their banter and the slow burn romance so yes I definitely recommend this book.
This voluntary take is of a copy I requested from Netgalley and my thoughts and comments are honest and I believe fair

I loved it! At first, I hated that there were so many sisters - I had to write the names down to keep track so that was annoying. But otherwise, I loved the story - this is a straight up romance with alternative he/she POV. But I loved that they were both 1st person. Nothing worse than 3rd person POV. This is a world where everyone knows there is magic and nothing is hidden and there are tons of supernatural beings and different powers.

What a thoroughly delightful book. Now I need to go back and read the first one. LOL. I've read Cross before but somehow missed this series and am so glad to have found it on NetGalley. The only thing that would have made this better would have been reading it at the beach! Loved the characters and the storyline.

Don’t Hex & Drive
I was so excited to get this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review! Ever since I read the first of the series, Wolf Gone Wild I’ve missed being in the world of the Savoie Sisters. Each sister brings her own powers, talents and humor to the table and I absolutely love it. Juliette Cross describes not only a fantasy world of vampires, witches, werewolves and so much more but a family that you want to be a part of.

This story is based around a Bollywood Superstar named Devraj and a reserved, greenhouse lover witch named Isadora. While it seems they are total opposites and are always butting heads their is curiosity about each-other neither of them can ignore especially since the two of them have to work together to solve a vicious crime.

Between the delicious Indian food Devraj whips up, the Savoie Sisters intriguing witch work and the all the steam- you don’t want to miss out on Juliette’s newest book!

I'm usually not a paranormal romance reader, but I had a craving for something witchy recently and this book hit the spot. The chemistry between the MC's is steamy and sexy and exactly the right balance to all of the magical world building type stuff that tends to bore me. I loved our sophisticated hero, the exact type of vampire that I love to read. I do wish I had read the first book before grabbing this one, but I'm going back now so I can get the full story. Definitely recommend this one!

VAMPIRES,WITCHES AND VIBRATORS! OH! MY!

Another fabulous story from the amazingly talented storyteller and writer Juliette Cross!!! If you thought hot werewolf Mateo was sexy wait till you meet Isadora's hot new vampire Devraj who not only happens to be a famous bollywood leading man who's sexy with long dark hair and beautiful whiskey warm brown eyes who has the face of a angel,but is one of the most dangerous and powerful of vampires. Devraj is a stygorn a ancient race of vampire with the ability to hunt down any prey,so when he comes to New Orleans to help Ruben find the blood traffickers who are behind the taking of human women. He no sooner pulls into town and accidentally hits Isadora on her bike. From that moment on its a battle of wills between this beautiful witch and hunky hot vampire! I love these two characters so much!!! Fabulous chemistry and loads hot sexy heat. Devraj sets out to bed isadora,but it becomes more.Women have always been plenty and many but with isadora not only doesn't she fall at his feet ,she's immune to his charm and glamour and could care less who he is. He might be rich and famous with a expensive car and clothes but to her he's just a typical full of him self vampire. But she soon finds out theirs nothing typical about this sexy vamp! I love isadora and can identify with her character and loved finding out more about this private and shy sister. This series is fabulous and so far I've loved all of the different characters from the savioe witches and yes I will admit free spirited and resident foul mouth sister violet is my fave!!! I love this wicked and funny witch! Then theirs ruben, vampire overlord of new orleans with all kinds of dark dominant vibes and I love his and jules continued game of cat and mouse!!! Lord ! I can't wait for their book! I can almost guarantee that their story is gonna be epic with lots of hot sex and kindle melting action! And new character henry Blackwater a black haired,black eyed tech geek and grim is so very intriguing.He's the grim that has been watching clara from a distance! Juliette Cross books have it all passion,love,humor and the thing that keeps me coming back, the happy ending!!! The storytelling is awesome and her paranormal men are always drool worthy. Can't wait for book 3 Witches Get Stitches! It's Nico and Violet's book!!! Until next time Luv's💕💋

I loved this book so freaking much!

I just adored Isadora from the first moment she started talking to her Pansys. She was so relatable and effortlessly giving and kind hearted. Devraj was super charming but also so considerate and caring towards Isadora and those he cares about. I also loved how different he was from some typical heros and how Juliette was able to really fill out his background and Indian culture. He was totally in to Isadora from their first meeting and I'm always a sucker for a hero who lets his emotions for the heroine shine.

I thought the light mystery aspect was done really well and it did a great job of bringing together the main and side characters.
The Savoie sisters and really all of the side characters are hilarious and so endearing I am desperately hoping we will get a book for everyone! The setting of New Orleans was kind of a character on its own, and so much fun to see.

The push and pull of our couple was just perfection with banter, steaminess and so much chemistry!

The series really reads to me like a wonderful small town romance with so many quirky and unique characters mixed with a paranormal romance that makes for the perfect escape!

The ARC version of this book was provided by NetGalley and the author. All opinions expressed are my own.

Don’t Hex and Drive is book two in the Stay a Spell series by Juliette Cross. It’s a sweet, light-hearted, fun and enjoyable read with a bit of mystery.

For some reason I thought the next story in the Stay a Spell series was going to be about the oldest sister, Jules and the head Vampire in the area, Ruben, but instead we get Isadora Savoie and Devraj Keumar.

Isadore is a conduit, loves plants, and has a little telekinesis. She’s a character I related to. I really liked her. She resonated with me.

Devraj is a powerful vampire, a Bollywood star, and oh so HOT. He’s in town to help Ruben on a case.

I adored how this story started. It had me smiling! What a fun start. I love Isadora’s sisters and in that they gave her a hard time too on her attraction or trying not to be attracted to Devraj. The scene with one of Devraj Bollywood movies had me fanning myself. It was a fun scene and the cute and fun moments continue throughout the novel.

I adored Isadore and Devraj romance. It was sweet and their chemistry was scorching. These two are opposites in every single way, but what I loved is that they balanced each other out. It was nice to see Isidore come out of her shell and to see Devraj find that home that he was looking for.

Besides the romance we have some wonderful side characters, a little mystery, and few surprises. I enjoyed the mystery and how Isadore and Devraj worked well together. The Savoie sisters are a testament to a strong family with many different personalities and dreams. I can’t wait for Jules and Ruben’s story and to find out what happened to make Jules be so frigid towards him. Then we’ve got Nico and Violet who the author has set up to be our next couple coming.

Don’t Hex and Drive was a delightful and lovable read. If your looking for a laid back, sweet and magical romance look no further. This one delivered in the light-hearted romance with a dash of magic.

Rated: 4 Stars

*Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy provided by Juliette Cross via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.

Such a fun second book in the Stay a Spell series. Witch Isadora's new vampire neighbor Devraj makes a terrible first impression when he hits her and her bicycle with his fancy car. But they're quickly forced to work together to save young local women from a group of kidnapping vampires, and they can't ignore the attraction growing between them.

I love how technology is blended with the paranormal in this series. The way supernatural beings interact with the modern world feels as plausible as an world with a Tinder for vampires can. The romance built slowly, but was very steamy. I look forward to read more of this series.

I received a copy of this book from netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Don't Hex and Drive: Stay a Spell: Book 2 is a fantastic read. Characters that you develop an instant and strong bond with. An original and well-developed plot. Love supernatural romances? then this is a must-read.

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This book was provided to me from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
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Juliette has done it once again! Creating a sweet paranormal romance brimming with danger and adventure!
Jumping right in, I adored this book! Isadora was so easy to connect to due to her love of plants + animals, caring attitude and a shy personality. Devraj was such a hot throb (lemme tell ya haha). His Comforting and unique personality linked right up with Isadora perfectly! Plus who doesn’t love a good book with a sexy Vampire? It was also great to see some of the characters from the previous book (Evie + Mateo)!
Besides the characters, this fast paced plot had me guessing if the Vampire killer would be caught at every turn!
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All in all, I loved this book and I CANNOT wait for the 3rd book in the Stay a Spell series! Juliette Cross is a Queen in writing paranormal romance!