Reading the synopsis of this novel, the story felt like it was a standalone and sounded like it would fit the bill for what my spoopy little heart desired. However, upon immersing myself in the story, I felt like I was missing so much backstory. Not Your Crush’s Cauldron is actually the third book in the supernatural singles series and definitely needs to be read in order. This book follows timid Olive who is quite used to living in her comfort zone and guardian angel Baxter. When she challenges herself to live outside her norm, the story really picks up and the slow build of their relationship was a delight to read. However, for a large portion of the novel, I felt like Olive was the butt of the joke amongst her friend group and would have liked to seen even more growth on her end. Overall, this was a light, fun story, but should be read as book three of a series.

I absolutely love every single book in this series, and this one was no different! It was cute, it was swoon-worthy, and it was captivating!

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley and am voluntarily posting a review. Review previously withheld in solidarity with the St. Martin’s Press reviewer boycott.

While I really enjoyed book one of the Supernatural Singles series, I ended up DNFing book two, although the reasons I did so have now slipped my mind. However, I ended up enjoying book three, Not Your Crush’s Cauldron, quite a bit. And while it is third in a series, I’ve more or less forgotten what I did read of the one and a bit books I read, and didn’t have any issues getting into this one, so I can confidently say this works as a standalone.

I really liked the characters and their dynamic. As a risk-averse person myself, I love reading about protagonists who decide to start living even in the most simple of ways, and Olive definitely fits the bill. I really liked her initial setup as this boring teacher of the supernatural, a contrast to her more exciting sisters, and how she flips the script by making a “Dare I Docket” of all these things she’d love to do to live on the wild side. And while the presentation of said “docket” did get a tad repetitive, it was fun to see how the document evolved as her arc did.

Bax is also a pretty fun love interest. He’s a secret Guardian Angel who has crossed the line too many times, and this led him to being assigned to help “boring” Olive, only for her new plane to set off alarm bells for the Guardian Angels.

That leads to a fun spin on a common romcom setup, with them having a mutual crush, and becoming roommates as he tries to keep her out of trouble. While it did seem a bit odd to be alarmed, as she wasn’t doing anything too out-there, I did like that it encouraged the two to spend more time together and their mutual secret attraction is tested.

And with it being more of a story about Olive finding herself and falling in love, the magic, especially on the witch side of things is somewhat minor, but it was fun to see the Guardian Angel bureaucracy and how it was impacted by the human decisions people make.

This was a lot of fun, and I’m glad this series finished on a high note. If you enjoy paranormal romcoms with witches and angels, I’d recommend checking this out.

I had no doubt I would though because I’ve been loving this series over the past few years. In this one we finally get to the 3rd triplet in our witchy trio of sisters Olive, Olive is more shy and reserved in nature than her sisters. But in this one we really see her start to come into her own thanks to a new sexy Angel roomate, a bucket list, and helping her sister violet take the seat as the new Prima. I thought this was so fun to watch her do all the list and that bax her sexy new Angel roommate tags along for the adventures. I loved the chemistry between these two, it was such a sweet slow burn! And I laughed so hard at some of the things they did like the dirty dancing scene. I thought they worked so well together and brought out the best in each other. Over all I loved the 3rd in this series and will read more of what this author puts out, I listened to the audiobook of this and thought the narrator did a great job. She read both parts and everything flowed really good!

Bax and Olive were super fun! I really enjoyed the Dare I Docket and all the fun things that went along with it. I loved getting to see the other Maxwell family members and their people too! Great fun and laughter in this story.

I love April Asher, I truly do.

Whether she’s Asher or Hunt, she brings the heart.

I’ve read all the books in the supernatural singles series, and I’ve had high hopes for all of them.

Sadly, Not Your Crush’s Cauldron falls short for me.

Don’t get me wrong, it’s still enjoyable, it’s just not as fun as the first two. I feel like we lost some steam (as in momentum, not spice) and tried too much to be Erin Sterling when April Asher is THAT witch.

Olive was the one I was most excited for, but it became more Brat than that.

Overall, not my favorite of the sisters stories, but a great roundup to the series regardless.

Out now!

April is at it again!!
I loved this first in this series and man she didn't disappoint me.
I love the characters and the world she has built.

This pairing was broadcasted so clearly in the first two books and it did not disappoint me. The MMC's family was awful and his dad can go kick rocks, but the love story was great. Even though the FMC was deemed needing of a guardian angel, what she was doing wasn't very dangerous compared to what others need angels for, I'd imagine. So that seemed a bit weird to me, but it makes sense that she was wanting to open her horizons and try new things, much like her sister from the previous book.

Olive and Bax were a long time coming - you just knew they were destined to be together from the first book.

Parts of the story felt both rushed and slow - likely my issue and not the actual story. In the end I thoroughly enjoyed it and would re-read the story again. It definitely has a sweet & spicy feel to it.

This series has been so much fun to read. I've loved all these characters and their relationships with each other. Olive and Bax were great. I don't feel as connected to them as I did with the couples in the other books. I really hate lying in books so Bax's lies were hard. I do think that the two of them had a great connection.

This finale of the the three sisters might be my favorite. We always knew who Olive was going to end up with, but the chemistry between her and Bax is off the charts. Bax is a naughty angel to be sure, he has tattoos, secret downstairs piercings, and a secret life he doesn’t let anyone see. Olive, attempting to break out of her comfort zone decides to set herself some tasks that scare and excite her, Bax, has no choice but to join her. The close proximity reveals big feelings while they both navigate what comes next for their lives.

Book Thoughts
Not Your Crush's Cauldron by April Asher
This is the perfect blend of magic, humor, and heart! This book is like a warm hug on a chilly day - comforting, charming, and full of delightful surprises. The forced proximity leads to some seriously sizzling chemistry and hilarious moments. The magical elements are seamlessly woven into the story.

This was another fun witchy romp by April Asher! Her series is always so good and entertaining and I highly enjoyed reading Olive and Bax's story. This is another series that blends the modern and more supernatural elements into everyday life. There are definitely some assumptions that the previous books were read, so definitely recommend checking those out beforehand.

4⭐/3🌶️

This is the third in a series, but I feel like it could be a standalone too--I read it without having read the first two. This witchy romcom was sweet and the friends-to-lovers was cute!

Thank you so much to the publisher and to NetGalley for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for giving me an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

My main thought while reading this book was, why do they have an angel calling her, a witch, angel all the time. Kinda bothered me. But other than that, this was a cute and fluffy read.

"Not Your Crush's Cauldron" by April Asher is a delightful conclusion to the Supernatural Singles series, following Olive Maxwell, the driven and studious Maxwell sister, as she navigates a new chapter in her life. Moving in with her friend Bax, a guardian angel, sparks fly between them despite their attempts to resist. Olive's quest to set up a supernatural exchange program pushes her and her students out of their comfort zones, leading to personal growth and unexpected romance. The witty banter, slow-burn romance, and unwavering support between Olive and Bax make this witchy tale both satisfying and enchanting. Asher's storytelling shines, earning this charming romance a well-deserved 4/5 stars.

I absolutely love this series from April Asher!!!

Not Your Crush's Cauldron completes the Supernatural Singles series. Olive and Bax is a combo I've been patiently waiting for since the beginning. Bax is a broody Guardian Angel. Olive is the youngest of the witch triplets. They become roommates and Bax finds Olive's "bucket list". He chooses to help her complete her wishes. And we find out just how far Bax will go to help those he loves.

I do wish there was more witchy magic in this one like the first two, but I still very much enjoyed it.

Thank you Net Galley and April Asher for the ARC.

This book was absolutely adorable. In a sea of witchy rom coms, this one is really cute. I think this one was super cute. I've read a ton.

Thanks to St Martin's Press for the Arc.

Overall Not Your Crush’s Cauldron was a really cute read. If you enjoy pining and angst in your books, I definitely recommend this witchy romance.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this arc in exchange for my honest review.