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Jess and Derrick were great leads. I was intrigued by Derrick and all his secrecy, but Jess and Esther really stole the show. I loved Jess' passion for fashion and how she weaved magic into her work. Esther was a fascinating character and I'd love to see her explored more in later books!

The setting was also really lovely. Small, coastal New England town feel with impeccable spooky season vibes! This will be a perfect read for autumn!

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First I would like to thank Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me the opportunity to review this book. Enchanted to Meet You was such a pleasure to read. I remember spending so much time as a kid reading Meg Cabot's Princess Diaries series.. She brings the same wit and coziness to every novel. This was a great addition to spooky season- but would be a lot of fun year round .

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I can always count on Meg Cabot to serve a delightful romantic comedy, and this beginning series of the witches of West Harbor did not disappoint. Plus size witch Jessica has put a high school witchy prank behind her and is now a successful businesswoman with a thriving dress store. When Derrick arrives in town and claims she’s The Chosen One who will save her beloved town from outside forces, should she believe this tall, handsome stranger?

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thank you to netgalley for the advanced reading copy. I really enjoyed this and will be getting copies for my shop.

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I love a good paranormal read, and this book definitely qualifies! Jess is kind of an outcast because of a spell she once cast, so she’s shocked when a guy shows up and says she’s the Chosen One. She has to save her hometown from destruction, can she do it in time?

This is a fun read, 4stars. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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The author of Princess Diaries meets witches? YES PLEASE. This was everything I wanted it to be and more!

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3.5 Stars

If you enjoy Meg Cabot’s other books, I think you’ll enjoy Enchanted to Meet You. This is the story of Jess, a fashion boutique owner in her small hometown in Connecticut, and also a witch. When a sexy stranger (Derek Winters) shows up at her boutique’s front door and tells her she’s The Chosen One, she laughs in his face. He can’t be for real, can he?

Except he is for real. Thanks to a hundreds year old prophesy found lying around, it’s written that she has to help The Bringer of Light stop the end of the world. Okay, not the world, but her small corner of it - West Harbor, CT.

I enjoyed the character of Jess, like most of Cabot’s characters, she’s both strong willed and a little slow to the punchline at times. She’s confident in who she is and is totally fine with being single. Derek was also enjoyable, though a little too alpha for my tastes at times, for the most part I did like him. My favorite character though was probably Derek’s mother. She’s a riot!

The climax of the story hit a little too quick and was fairly anti-climatic, and I wish there had been a little more of the aftermath to show how things settled between Jess and her arch-nemesis, fellow witch Rosalie. Overall, this was a cute romance. There were, *ahem* adult scenes, but they weren’t overtly graphic.

The ending sets up the next book in the series. I won’t tell you who it’s about, except to say that all of my guesses throughout reading this book were wrong!

So, should you read it? If you’re a fan of Meg Cabot’s other adult works, I think you’ll like this one.

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I love a plus size FMC who does not mope about their body, but thrives in it! Jess is wonderful. She is big attitudey, colorful, and full of life. She doesn't think she is doing much real magic, little does she know, she is the Chosen One. Jess's power grows and with the help of the very dark, very handsome Derrick Winters, she may just save the whole darn town of West Harbor--and certainly her love life.
I was so pleased with this book! This would be a five star read for me if the pacing had been just a bit different. A great addition to witchy rom-coms. An awesome comp for the Supernatural Singles series and The Ex Hex series.

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SUCH A GOOD BOOK!!!!!!! The cutest paranormal rom-com start to a new series! The story is very interesting & the two main love interest are great. A lil but quickly picked up. Love love love this author!

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Dnf. The writing style just wasn’t working for me and it read more like YA than adult. Love the cover and title and that it has plus size rep, though!

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A huge thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for gifting me a copy of this ARC!

So, I'm late to the party on my review but I really, REALLY enjoyed this book. If you're like me you grew up reading the Princess Diaries series and have a deep-seated love for Cabot already. I really enjoyed her take on romantic comedy for us adults and this was the first title of hers I have read outside of her YA titles. It was fun, fresh, and just the right amount of witchy for me!

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I was surprised at how accurate this book was. It really explained well the history of the Connecticut witch trials, and promotes the exoneration of those poor women hanged for simply being. The book was also really good, well-written.

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I’m a huge Meg Cabot fan, and you can always expect a leather jacket, loving wearing man from her and she did not disappoint. I wished it was a little spicer but it was a fast and fun read. Great for the Halloween season!

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I think a lot of people are going to enjoy this! This is a cute spooky season read and I would definitely recommend this to my friends looking for a witchy book!

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"Enchanted to Meet You" by Meg Cabot didn't captivate me as I had hoped. Despite Cabot's reputation for crafting engaging tales, I found myself disconnected from the story. The initial chapters lacked the intrigue needed to hook me, and after reading around 20%, I decided to stop. While Cabot's characters and world-building show promise, they failed to draw me in. Overall, the novel fell short of my expectations. It may appeal to fans of Cabot's previous works or those seeking a light-hearted fantasy, but unfortunately, it wasn't for me

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

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I am a major Meg Cabot fan. The first romance books I read were hers and they made me fall in love with the genre! Literally borrowing her books from my local library is a core memory.

This book is perfect for those looking for a light, cozy spooky season read. I loved the witchy vibes and the characters were so fun. There’s something about Meg Cabot’s writing that is so comforting and pulls me right in! I also really enjoyed the romance.

This is perfect for the fall but also just for whenever you are craving a witchy read!

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The story was very cute. I loved the characters and their personalities. The instant love was a little annoying and unbelievable. It was overall a fun read!

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Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this advanced copy of this book. What a fun read! It was funny and witchy and absolutely everything you would want in a Halloween read.

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"Enchanted to Meet You" by Meg Cabot offers a delightful blend of romance and magic, showcasing Cabot's signature charm. The characters are endearing, and the humor is on point. However, the pacing could be more consistent, and at times, the plot feels a bit predictable. Despite this, Cabot's storytelling prowess shines through, making it an enjoyable read for those seeking a lighthearted, magical escape.

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I hadn't read a Meg Cabot book in a very long time (since I was much younger), so I'm glad I had this opportunity! Doesn't hurt that Enchanted is one of my favorite Taylor Swift songs, so I was already drawn to the Speak Now vibes of the cover and title. At times it was hard to keep up with the plot and universe building, but I think now that I've gotten through it, the rest of future series books will be easier.

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