Hex and Hexability by Kate Johnson is a delightful and enchanting read that blends magic with a clever, fast-paced plot. Johnson’s engaging characters and witty dialogue make this book a captivating and enjoyable escape into a world of spellbinding adventure.

Thank you NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
This was a cute, cozy, witchy read. I will admit though, since I am not British and am not familiar with the Peerage or aristocracy, I literally had to have Wikipedia open on a browser beside me while reading in order to understand some of the story (dukes, earls, barons, societal manners, etc.). At one point I thought I was dealing with a miscommunication troupe (my LEAST favorite troupe), but the author instead went a different route and made it more about the MC's moving to a place of open, honest, good communication, which I loved. The ending felt a bit rushed, but overall it was a decent read.
Side note: the MMC uses the word "bosom" soooooo many times. It actually got to be a bit much for me and elicited an eye roll or two or twenty.

Hex and Hexability by Kate Johnson is a whimsical blend of witches, pirates, and Regency-era England—a setting that immediately drew me in with its charm and historical allure. The idea of mixing magic with the refined world of Regency balls, where mayhem and enchantment collide, is delightful. Johnson's witty banter between characters added a lively touch that kept the narrative engaging.

The elements that Johnson wove into this story are certainly appealing. Witches practiced their craft in an era known for its strict social codes. Pirates, with their adventurous spirit. These contrasts beautifully with the prim and proper setting of Regency England. I could see the potential for this to be a book that many would love to escape into.

However, despite these promising aspects, Hex and Hexability just wasn't the right fit for me at this time. I found it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story, and the use of single quotation marks (' ') instead of the traditional double quotation marks (" ") for dialogue was a significant hurdle for me. It disrupted the flow of reading and made it harder to connect with the characters and their conversations.

Regrettably, I decided to DNF the book at around 35-40%. It’s one of those situations where I can see the appeal and recognize the quality of the writing, but the style and presentation didn’t resonate with me. That said, I believe readers who enjoy a mix of historical settings with a dash of magic and humor will find a lot to love in Hex and Hexability. It’s a book that has its own charm and could be the perfect escape for the right reader.

Big Thanks to NetGalley, HarperCollins UK and One More Chapter for allowing me to dive into the adventure early!

Lady Tiffany Worthington discovers she's a witch just as the magical world around her begins to reveal itself, complete with sea creatures, time travel, and a dashing, pirate-like duke. This book is a fun mix of romance and magic, with plenty of charm and a bit of adventure, making it an enjoyable read for fans of both historical romance and fantasy with a bit of spice.

I read this book while on vacation and really enjoyed it. It's a very fun and light read. While the setting was in Regency Era England, I did enjoy the progressive thoughts and actions of the majority of the FMCs. The plot was fun and adventurous. I did enjoy Tiffany's growth as the plot went on, and I really enjoyed getting to know her as well as Santiago.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for this ARC in exchange of an honest review.
I liked it a lot tbh! Entertaining, light, funny and with a (big) bit of magic. The only downside is that I'm a bit rusty at English atm and they use "old-ish" English, so there were paragraphs that I had a hard time understanding. I recommend it as a light-read; even though it probably won't be your best romance, I do recommend it as a spooky season romance!

"Hex and Hexability" combines so many things I adore - historical romance, pirates, witchiness, a trying to be independent FMC. Yet I just didn't love it quite as much as I was hoping. Tiffany was so naive for much of the book, and I wanted her to grow up a bit before jumping into a relationship, even with an intriguing option like Santiago. There was more miscommunication than I normally prefer and the familial relationships felt a wee bit cookie=cutter. Even so, the book is still a fun diversion of a read.

3 stars. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a complimentary ARC of this book. These opinions are my own.

a fun witchy read but set in regency london so had an historical twitch.
a good book to lose yourself in with magic, mayhem and a little bit of love

I really enjoyed this book. The characters were well developed and lovable. The pacing was perfect and left you wanting to read more. I can't wait to read more by this author!

This is a very easy to read regency romance that is perfect for Bridgerton fans. Our main character is a witch in the Ton that does not want to marry. I loved her little circle or witches, although their characters remained rather flat.

I did totally adore the Duke. A Duke who's a rugged pirate? Now that's what I'm takking about! The addition of Billy and De Groot were also welcome and I did enjoy them.

The romance between Tiffany and Santiago was a predictable yet enjoyable one. I loved the regency x magic x monster mystery combo, which was new for me. I will definitely read more of this writer's books!

Thank you to HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter and NetGalley for the ARC of Hex and Hexability in exchange for an honest and independent review.

Immediately when I read the description of "Briderton meeting The Ex Hex this witchy season" I knew I was a goner with this one. First off, who hasn't fallen head over heels with the Bridgerton series (either book or TV). Secondly, I just finished The Ex Hex trilogy and Erin Sterling has worked actual magic with those characters, so I quite actually could not say no to Hex and Hexability.

In this Regency romance set firmly in London, 1815, Lady Tiffany Worthington has always known that there was something peculiar about her that she has always tried to hide for fear of being cast out by society and the ton. Who else can make drawings come to life or pictures move? Certainly, it wasn't proper. It isn't until Tiffany meets her curious aunt Esme that the puzzle pieces start to come together with who and what she really is. Before a moments notice, Tiffany is thrust into an entirely different world within the London she's always known.

It isn't until Tiffany helps Esme and a group of witches rescue a handsome pirate and undercover Duke from a magical sea creature that Tiffany starts to discover exactly what she's capable of and who she wants to be. Just as she starts to explore her magic and the desire to live independently as a witch with her aunt, Tiffany cannot help but feel the pull of her affections towards Santiago, the Duke is disguise. Will she be able to have it all? To stand on her own as a witch but also be loved as a partner? Will she still be able to learn and hone her powers despite what society may expect of her? This magical journey to old world London will certainly have more mysteries in store for you than you could ever imagine.

I loved the witty banter between the characters and the strength of female characters, which was quite unique for London during this time. I also loved the enemies to lovers relationship that existed between Santiago and Tiffany for so long. Such a slow burn! But in reality, their characters were made for each other. With a Duke for a husband, Tiffany was going to need to be able to stand on her own and let me tell you, she's more than capable of that. Santiago also gives her the space required to be a witch, learn her craft, and maintain a feeling of independence, which was so important to her.

All in all I really enjoyed this read. I thought it would be a quick one, but this one actually had some heft to it and did not feel at all like a mindless, filler read. If you enjoy the company of a witchy read this fall season, I highly encourage you to go pick this one up come September 12th!

I love a good witchy book, especially one that includes pirates, and this one was so much fun! I loved Lady Tiffany and Santiago! Looking forward to more of this series!

Fantastic read. Not my usual genre but absolutely good fun. Easy to read and to be honest I could read it again. Well written and a good story.

Hex and Hexability was a fun premise with evocative sensory details. Fun, cozy, and tongue-in-cheek!

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This one took me a little bit to get into, but when it got going, I enjoyed it! It was a light, cute read if you’re looking for a regency, historical romance with some witchy flare!

The initial back and forth of povs were a little confusing and rocky, so it was harder to keep my attention. There were just some parts where the writing was difficult to follow which would pull me out of the story, but thankfully didn’t pull me from the whole book completely.

The adventures, witches and magic were so much fun, but the romance didn’t quite hit it for me. I thought the main characters were great and well developed, but I didn’t quite feel their chemistry together. It was a very slowww burn but the buildup didn’t have the substance that would make you fall in love with the romance. It was pretty surface level, but still cute with bridgerton vibes.

It was an overall good read, and I would recommend for those looking for a lighthearted and magical regency romance.

Thanks netgalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy!

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Thank you so much to HarperCollins UK and NetGalley for an e-arc of this book.

What a fun read. Magic and regency romance. What more can one want! I really enjoyed that this was just fun, and that the storyline was good but not too deep. The magic wasn’t really explained but it didn’t need to be, witches are witches, and the romance was enjoyable too

This took me a minute to get into but ended up enjoying most of it. I don't read alot of historical romance but I was intrigued by the witches. I liked all the side characters too but had trouble remembering who was who for a little bit. I'm glad I gave this new author to me a shot and I will definitely be going back and reading the others!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

This book reminded me a bit of India Holton's Dangerous Damsel series - not only in the fact that it is about witches and magic set in Regency England, but similar in its writing style and plot. I found Hex and Hexability to be a great deal of fun - we have a swashbuckling pirate (who is maybe from Brazil who somehow speaks Spanish instead of Portuguese?) as our main male hero and Lady Tiffany as our heroine, who can make her drawings come to life. The magic system is much less confusing that India Holton's books, which was a large factor in making that book a slower slog for me. This book is more straightforward, albeit still being too slow for my taste. 20% in, you've gotten multiple flash backs to Santiago's childhood (which I wasn't entirely sure were necessary, though well-written and certainly tugged on the heart strings, but in a way that made me feel not more attached to the character, but just sad) and some semblance of a mystery with ships disappeared off the ocean.

At the end of the day, the book a ton of fun with the best side characters in the great-aunt and her group of friends. If you are a fan of India Holton's book series, I could see this book being right up your alley!

I had really enjoyed Hex and the City and was really looking forward to this read. Unfortunately I struggled to get into this, for me there was too much going on with the MC finding out she’s a witch, the love story and the regency setting (dare I say I’m not a fan of Bridgerton….?)

Not for me on this occasion, but I look forward to reading more by Kate Johnson. Thank you for my review copy.

🎃 Supernatural period romance
🎃 Witches
🎃 Pirates
🎃 He falls first
🎃 Fish out of water

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The first of what I hope will be many seasonal reads for me, and the first book by this author that I have read.

Tiffany believes herself to be colourless and Santiago believes himself to be a successful tradesman, but in fact she is a witch and he is a duke.

This funny and sweet romance is improved by the cast of characters that build on the adventure story line and give this story its charm.

I can't wait to read more of this genre from this author.

I received an ARC of this book. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.