AHHH! This was so fun!! Gwenda Bond did an amazing job with the world building here! The "powers" or I guess I should say Magic are so well done and the characters are so fun!

Thank you St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for the e-ARC of the book.

On their wedding day Savannah and Griffin find out that they belong to rivaling groups - witches and witch hunters. Now they have to decide whether their love or dedication to faction will win.

This story gave a cute twist of the Mr. and Mrs. Smith story with paranormal vibes. It was perfect for which season.

Sadly this book just wasn’t for me. I know people loved it but I struggled to get into it. The writing wasn’t my favorite and I couldn’t connect with the main characters. The plot itself wasn’t strong enough to keep me invested.

Okay.. What to say about this book? The concept of the story is actually pretty funny: she is a witch, he is a witch hunter and they find out about each others secret life during the wedding ceremony. That certainly gave an explosive party. As to say: the book really started with a bang! But after the bang the story started to sizzle a little.

The story consists of the current timeline and a lot of flash backs. Resulting in a total slowdown of the story, since the total build up of the explosive wedding needed to be explained. Aaaand since I don’t have a lot of patience (and a very large to read pile), this book ended up at the bottom of my pile.

Months later, I started reading again, only to realize I forgot the first part of the book (sigh). So, I had to backtrack a few chapters to get back into the story again. This time I was able to finish it in one go. The plot was actually pretty okay, but you need to get past the first part of the story first. After that, you are good to go. Three out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

Supernatural retelling of Mr. & Mrs. Smith with satisfying outcome. Well, this is extremely enjoyable, action packed, smart, exciting popcorn fantasy/ romance reading! So much witchy fun!

I wanted to like this one so much, but the characters and their relationship just didn't work for me and the pacing felt off. I was curious enough about how they would solve their Mr. And Mrs. Smith witch/witch hunter issues that I read the whole thing instead of DNFing, but even the ending felt very anticlimactic after all the build up.

I love the Charmed vibes this gives off. It seems so impossible that they could hide something like this from each other, but real life is like that too. I mean not witches. Probably not witches...

So fun and sassy and love the romance! Witchy books are my jam! Witches vs witch hunters! This book is just such a fun read! Love Gwenda Bond’s books!

Thank you Netgalley for sending me an arc of Mr. and Mrs. Witch
(yes I am behind on my arcs, but I am catching up)

First things first
-Tall Curvy queen
-A Short King

I'M IN LOVE!!!
Seriously I have never read a romance book before where the main male love interest is shorter than the female lead character, and this makes my heart so happy.

I requested this book because like many I am a hoe for Mr. and Mrs. Smith. I adore spy books/ movies or hidden identity books/ movies. I was not disappointed.

Overall the book was enjoyable and fun to read. It got just a TINY bit boring near the middle which is why it's 4 stars and not 5, but I did like it.

A witchy re-telling of Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

At the altar, Griffin and Savannah realize they are on separate sides of a centuries old feud - witches vs. hunters. The wedding is off but when Griffin and Savannah are both targeted, they (and their friends) must band together to find out the truth behind both of their organizations. And maybe they'll even make it to the altar again.

Pros:
- Funny and witty banter.
- Sweet and loving connection between the FMC and MMC.
- Supportive and loving family written well.
- The Familiars!! THIS is why I read Gwenda Bond. She just does absurdity in the real world so well.
- The spicy scenes were very well written. Hot and sexy while also being sweet, fun, and intimate.

Cons:
- The ending seemed a bit rushed and the forgiveness for some of the betrayal too easy.

Overall, it is a funny, sweet, and intriguing read!

Unfortunately, I was unable to get into this book. I did really care for any of the characters or feel connected to them. I was quite bored at times and found myself skimming through parts.

I think this book had potential but it was just poorly executed. The writing style was really choppy and the dialogue felt quite off. It seemed like the author tried to do much at the cost of character development. I also think we could have done without the flashbacks, I really did not like them!

Thank you St. Martin's Press and NetGalley.

I really enjoyed this book. It had just enough romance and magic to it! I would definitely recommend this book to all my family and friends.

This one was only fine for me. I really liked the idea, but didn't end up loving these two characters enough to make it work.

I loved this book! It's well-written, enjoyable, and a great read. The author did a great job of writing in a way that captures the readers attention, and makes you not want to put it down until you're finished! I would highly recommend it!

✨ PRINCEMAN REVIEW ✨

📝 Savannah and Griffin are all set to walk down the aisle. After a year of dating, these two soulmates are destined to be with one another....or are they!? They've only been keeping one secret from one another...that Savannah is a powerful witch and that Griffin is tasked to take them out. Can love triumph over these mortal enemies.

What I 🤍:
🤫 Spies to Lovers
🔁 Present & Past Timelines
🏹 Witch & Witch-Hunter
🎂 Wedding Scene

Anyone who loves Mr. & Mrs. Smith with Brangelina will LOVE THIS BOOK! I was so excited to read it, and I loved how these two had these secret identities that they were not allowed to share with one another. And then, it all blows up in their faces on their wedding day. I also really enjoyed the duel timeline. It's always fun to read the backstory of any insta-love couple.

I loved Mr and Mrs Smith when it got out. I loved everything about this movie (and yes, that the actors got together afterwards... even if it ended badly). So when I saw this book.... Being a big fantasy fan, I knew I had to read it.

I loved everything about it too.

The book alternates between different periods in Griffin and Savvy's history, and the now period. Yes, it may seems like a lot of action happen in the duration of the now (2-3 days), but I could totally see this book as a movie. I really loved everything about it (and I keep repeating myself too)!

Many thanks to St. Martin's Press for the complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Fun book, but honestly nothing super engaging beyond a fun read. It fell a bit short, but was pretty fun and easy.

This book was a lot of fun! I think the construction was pretty interesting, flashing back and forth between perspectives and time. It didn’t quite feel like a traditional romance novel. I’d put it as a mishmash of genres that still works! I think the adventure/thriller light vibes were very forward, at basically an equal weight to the romance. I really enjoyed that, but it might not work for everyone.

2.5 stars, rounded up.

I was excited to read this one as the plot sounded great! And it was, I just felt that the execution of the plot fell flat for me. I really didn't find any of the characters enjoyable or was able to connect with any and that really put a damper on the book.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you for the advanced copy of this book. My reviews can be read on my GoodReads account here: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/1335387-kelly