We’re back in Sophie H. Morgan’s witchy world, but this time we are following Leah Turner, the human owner of the bar and Gabriel Goodnight, a legacy magical being. After an ultimatum makes him lose most of his powers, Gabriel is forced to live on the human world for 3 months in order to gain back his family legacy. Now, if only that odd human would leave him alone…

What I liked: this book was funny with some great romance. This book has so many moments where I just laughed out loud. The amount of shenanigans that Gabriel had to go through was so worth it. Leah was a great character who showed that even while being jealous of being an outsider, she would still do anything to help her friends. I liked that there was a medium burn to the couple’s relationship while also seeing fantastic growth as characters. The characters were multi dimensional and just so much fun to read. It was great seeing some familiar characters, learning where they are now and digging deeper into who they are.

Rating: 4.5 ⭐️ This book was such a fun read just in time for Summerween. I especially love Morgan’s writing when it comes to characters and I cannot wait to read what she writes next!

Thank you to NetGalley, Morgan, and Harlequin Feature for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. De-Witched comes out 8/20!

I really like this book. I felt like she has a unique writing style that I wasn't completely sold on at first. I appreciate the change in pace because of reading a lot of romances they can get very repetitive. I was given a ARC to the first in the series and liked it okay but the second book really felt like she hit her stride. Theres more tension and more banter that I as a reader crave. Don't go into this book looking for a bunch of sex scenes because honestly they are few and far between. The characters are the gem in this book. I loved the main character and her sassy energy with a love for animals. The grumpy/sunshine is a treat and makes you laugh through out. Gabriel isn't not unlikable just very oblivious to what the human world is like. I like that the author didn't make him perfect at his jobs and that he really did have to grow into his own character for him to understand how to love.
I appreciate that friendships were upheld and also placed as important in the series. It didn't feel like they were just side characters to help the plot move forward. But they had depth and their own arcs to accomplish for the story line to progress. Romances that have good friends just feels more developed to me. It doesn't feel like a pick me girl story. As well as the excitement to read the next story and figure out who the new couple will be. Overall its a great read for the spooky season curled up on the couch with a hot drink in hand.

De-Witched by Sophie H. Morgan is a delightful blend of grumpiness and sunshine, making it a perfect example of feel-good literature. This cozy enemies-to-lovers story is filled with mystery, witchcraft, and a touch of adventure, making it a charming read for anyone looking for a bit of magic in their lives. As a fan of all things witchy, I thoroughly enjoyed diving into this enchanting tale.

De-Witched by Sophie M. Morgan

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Pub Date: August 20, 2024

The second book in the Toil and Trouble series follows the third (and human) owner of a witchy bar in Chicago, Leah Turner, and the super serious Gabriel Goodnight. The grumpy/sunshine vibes were wonderful and you know I love anything that makes me giggle! The relationship between Leah and Gabriel blooms naturally even though he tries to fight it. Leah notices his hot and cold behavior immediately and calls him out on it! She set her boundaries and stuck to them. After his reality check, Gabriel is able to slowly let down his walls and form a stronger bond with Leah.

The theme of teaching a warlock about the human world made the story even better, specifically when Leah taught him about baseball. I was with Tommy while reading portions of this book and would say “THE WARLOCK IS LEARNING ABOUT BASEBALL AGAIN”…and he would look at me like I had three heads.

Sophie H. Morgan did not disappoint with this one and I’m so excited for yall to be able to read it. Thank you to NetGalley, Harlequin, and Sophie H. Morgan for the opportunity to read this wonderful book!

I enjoyed this book even more than the first one in the series. Leah and Gabriel made such a cute couple. I really loved reading about their relationship progress from dislike to love. Leah was such a strong character that I loved seeing her stick up for herself every time she did. And watching Gabriel go from super uptight to realizing what was important to him and opening up to new things was so much fun. I can’t recommend this book enough for anyone who enjoys Paranormal Romance that stays light and entertaining. If you liked the first in this series definitely pick this one up. You don’t have to read the first one to enjoy this one, Sophie Morgan does a good job if filling you in on the small part you need to know from the first book, so you wont feel like you missed anything.

I love books about dogs, and although De-Witched is a romance with witches, warlocks, and sex, the addition of the dogs saved this novel. I read Sophie H. Morgan's, The Witch is Back, but did not immediately realize that De-Witched was the second book in the Toil and Trouble series. I did not realize, or perhaps remember, that The Witch is Back was the first book in a series. De-Witched took longer to get into the story, which seemed a bit slow in the beginning. It was not the bar setting that I found to be the grabber. It was the dogs, especially Chuck, that pulled me into the story.

De-Witched is a novel about romance and class. The process of getting acquainted and discovering love was fun and entertaining. There was humor and some graphic sex which was actually well written, but still, readers should be warned. The story moves back and forth between Leah and Gabriel as narrators. There are themes of acceptance and sacrifice that work well. De-Witched is different than my usual novel choice, but I was entertained and I did enjoy this novel.

Thank you to author, publisher Harlequin, and NetGalley for providing this ARC for me to read and review. I do recommend De-Witched. Sometimes, we just want to escape the world outside.

this wasnt really a book for me. im not sure if its because i wasn't in the mood for what but it felt cringe and I didnt connect much

Okay I loved The Witch is Back, so I was really excited to read De-Witched. While I still liked the book, I didn’t love this one as much as The Witch is Back. There were times the book just dragged, and the flow was not quite as smooth as the first book. That being said it is still a lovely story. I enjoyed Leah working with Gabriel to help him integrate into the human world a bit easier and helping him process his negative thoughts towards humans. The growth both characters go through is just lovely. I do think readers will enjoy this second book; it just personally didn’t draw me in as much as the first book did.
Thank you so much to Harlequin-Romance and Netgalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this title.

The book that broke my book slump! I absolutely adored this one. Dewitched was a heartwarming, cozy read filled with charming characters and an enchanting world. The presence of cute little animals added an extra layer of delight, with Chuck being an absolute favorite, even with his habit of jumping on people.

Leah and Gabriel are the perfect opposites attract couple. Their banter and initial chemistry were off the charts, making their interactions very fun to read. I did enjoy the Cinderella-esk meeting they had.

This is the second novel in the Toil and Trouble series, and it continues to deliver on the charm and magic introduced in the first book. Leah’s closest friends are witches, but she isn't supposed to know. When Gabriel takes a job at Leah’s bar, their connection sparks a fun adventure filled with humor and magic. Despite their obvious feelings for each other, the tension of whether they can overcome the barrier of him being a witch and her being human adds a twist to their story.

I highly recommend this fall read to all lovers of witches, romance, and grumpy sunshine dynamics! Sweet with a touch of heat, this romantic comedy is a slow burner that is beautifully set up and executed. With a cast of interesting characters and magical elements, Dewitched sets the stage for more exciting stories in the Toil and Trouble series.

Charming and adorable, Dewitched is an absolute must-read. I absolutely adored this book and its very much grumpy/sunshine romance dynamic.

Enjoyed this second book in her series. I like the world building here, and the setting of Chicago modern day. I enjoyed the main male protagonist's journey through his own bullshit, and it was a lovely HEA.

Thank you to NetGalley for this arc!

Sophie H. Morgan is quickly becoming one of my favorite paranormal romance authors. Her worldbuilding and characters are cozy, realistic, and make readers want to stay in her world for just a little longer.

Leah and Gabriel are the perfect opposites attract couple. Their banter and obvious chemistry are off the charts. The obstacles they face are real and don’t feel contrived. I eagerly await the next book in the series and I might just go back and re-read the first one again!

A cute, witchy rom com! Just a fun and light read with a little forbidden love action. Aaaaand it’s part of a “series” but you wouldn’t even know it!

This was such a cute book and I’m adding the first book in the series to my TBR. Love a brooding MMC falling for the spunky FMC. You get fun side characters, witches, and dogs too!

I received an arc from netgalley and the publisher.

This story grabbed my attention and kept me hooked from the get-go! Awesome story. I could have read this in one sitting; had I had the free time.

I loved Leah and Gabriel's story. A human and a Warlock; what could go wrong?! They're so different in some ways ns so alike in others; they definitely make each other better.

I didn't read the first book in this series; it did not detract from this story in the least. There are strong characters and a great storyline. OKG, I wanted an Epilogue; but, maybe there will be more to their story in subsequent books.

I received an Advanced Reader’s Copy courtesy of Harlequin Publishing, the author and Netgalley. This was a cozy fallish read to the very hot temperatures we are having where I live. I binge read this in a weekend because I could not put it down, and could not stop chanting for these two!!!

This is the second novel in the Toil and Trouble series. This novel follows Leah Turner, a human, as she operates within witch society. Leah’s closest friends are witches however she is not supposed to know. Gabriel is a witch whom takes a job at Leah’s bar after being raised by humans due to having lost his parents. As soon as he begins working for her the cutest slow burn and grumpy sunshine romance begins that will take readers on a fun adventure. The two have obvious feelings for one another however are they able to make it work with him being a witch and her being human?

Highly recommend this fall read to all readers who love witches, romance, and grumpy sunshine!

The Witch is back is a book that I recommended to so many so I was very excited to be blessed with an early copy of De-Witched! After feeling that I was falling out of love with grumpy sunshine romances this book brought me back to life! Of course the magic and romance could not be beat either.

My Thoughts

Sweet with heat this romantic comedy is a slow burner that was set up nicely and executed well for the main characters Leah Turner, human, and Gabriel Goodnight, warlock.

Take one excitable good natured funny and fun-loving Human female throw in a dark brooding human intolerant Warlock mix well and you have the cocktail ingredients necessary for a story that has both humor and heart from beginning to end.

Like first book we are treated to a multitude of interesting characters, magic and more that would allow the author leeway to continue building on this series with future books.

I for one look forward to finding out whose turn comes next.

Thank you to NetGallery and to Harlequin Publishing for giving me a copy of the book to read and review.

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I liked this story. It was cute and fun. It had a bit of spice too. It felt a bit like a fairytale. I enjoyed the story of Gabriel and Leah. It had a Romeo and Juliet dynamic. Star-crossed lovers a human and a witch.

This was not my favorite witchy book. I didn’t fully love the way the story flowed. I just found it a bit difficult to finish

Absolutely loved this book. I thought I had figured out who the "enemy" was very early in the book and I was VERY wrong. Such a good twist. Leah is the sunshine to Gabriel's grump.

Leah knows about the supernatural world because her two best friends she owns a bar with got drunk one night and accidentally told her they were witches. Leah tries to find the good in everything and spends her time volunteering at a failing animal rescue.

To take over as CEO of his families company, Gabriel must live for 3 months with humans, without magic. Because of how his parents died, Gabriel hates all humans and this is the ultimate hurdle to taking over his parents company. Enter Toil and Trouble, Leah's bar. He starts a job there and Leah immediately starts nettling the stuffy warlock.

Hilarious ensues! This book has be giggling and kicking my feet at points. Such great full rounded characters, world building and intrigue in this romance. Will be telling everyone to read it!