I absolutely loved the first book in this series Bewitched so I was highly anticipating Bespelled! With the way book one ended, I wasn't sure how this would go because Memnon needed to do a lot to make up for his actions to Selene. I am happy to say that we got lots of groveling and lots of time building trust between Memnon and Selene and I loved every second of it. This book also expands a lot more on the mystery that was introduced in the first book. There were a lot of questions answered and things came to light but there is still so much more for us to learn in the next book. Besides the growth in the romance, my favorite thing about this book was seeing Selene grow into her strength and learn how to fight for herself and those she loves. Those moments were empowering to read. There was also so much action which was fun and the witchy vibes were perfect. We also see a lot more creatures like ghosts, faeries, and demons. The ending of this book left me on a twist that I am not sure how I feel about but I am once again highly anticipating the next book in this series!!
Thanks to Bloom Books and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for a review!

3 Stars - I had high hopes that I would enjoy this one more than the first, but unfortunately this fell just as flat for me. I’ve loved so much of Laura’s other work that I’m bummed this series isn’t hitting right for me. I cant tell if it’s the writing, pacing, or just the plot/situations feeling off. If you enjoyed the first book I have a feeling you’ll love this one as well! Memnon does do a good job of saying sorry though 😏


Thank you to NetGalley and Soucebooks Bloom Books for the earc.

We meet back up with Selene, in prison, after getting her memories back and binding herself to Menmon. The story then follows Selene in her quest to understand what is happening to her fellow witches, and what exactly is going on under the coven. To do this she of course needs help…

This was very fun and easy to read. I really enjoyed the “history” of Roxi both in its own chapter and little glimpses the rest of the book. Things I kept waiting for to happen did end up at the very end, so I know we’ll be getting a third installment (at least) in this series. I do have some other suspicions that I’ll be curious to see in book three (I’m I’m guessing correctly)

I love it when small recaps start at the beginning of a book with:

"In the Off Chance That Asshole Memnon Screws with My Memory Again"


Because you know the lead female is about to kick the butt of the male lead all while offering us a small recap of the first book. Also, bonus points for the sarcasm added to it. Seriously, our girl called him a "tit-sucking whoremonger." She was ready to throw hands at our male lead, but I am certain he would enjoy it wayyyy too much from her.

And speaking of our male lead, he deserved to grovel at her feet. He should be continuously groveling at her feet. I understand his position because he was made to believe the circumstances from his own experiences without knowing her side and now that he had it - he was remorseful for his treatment of her and I am glad to see that. Honestly, I prefer him as a morally dark grey color. While he may have been painted the villain in the first book, I don't see him as such anymore. I see more as this darker grey character neither hero nor villain but stuck in between because of his desire (and love?) of Selene.

I love how things are heating up, not only in the love department for Memnon and Selene but in general. We have a story filled with mystery and a past that doesn't seem to be just in the past but mixes into the present storyline. This series has become one of my favorites and I cannot wait to see what Ms. Thalassa brings to the next book.

"We are like the stars. Eternal."


Yes, yes you are, Memnon, both you and Selene. I cannot wait to see you both in the next book. it cannot come fast enough for me.

*Disclaimer: Thank you so much to Netgalley, Ms. Thalassa, and SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books for allowing me to read the ARC. The review was given has been on my own and I am not paid for it.

5 -⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Neither magic nor time can keep up apart...We are like the stars. Eternal."

Bespelled is the second instalment in the new adult paranormal romance series, Bewitched. Following immediately after the events of book 1, Selene is scrambling to find control after the pact she made with Memnon on the night of the Samhain ball and to escape to accusations levied against her. In a final call, she makes another play against the powerful and vengeful sorcerer that bore fruit...through a magic bond that gives her power only as long as she does not love him. Together these too long lost enemies/lovers will work together to uncover the secrets that haunt the academy and find out who has been killing supernaturals...while also playing a game of all is fair in love and war.

This book had all the delicious angst I needed after book one.

Selene is faced with new revelations in this book that shake her view of the world. I found I enjoyed how she still kept to her true self despite the changes she faces. I found her spunk and determination to keep searching had me rooting for her and I admired her stubbornness in the face of things. She knows she is falling but sticks to her guns because she knows the risks. I always felt like I understood where she was going and I truly felt for her struggle.

Memnon continues to have a way with words that just hits me. His devotion and love for Selene in powerful and as he gains truths we see it shake his world...but he by no means vulnerable. He is a product of the ancient times and it is evident in his actions. There are many secrets to him that we are uncovering but I do not doubt the love he feels and the lengths he will go to give Selene the life he once had with her.

Also, Nero is adorable and fierce and I love him.

In terms of spice this book was about a 3 spicy pepper out of 5 spicy pepper. While the character fight their attraction initially...well one of them does...once they start to have spice in continue throughout the end of the first half into the second half. Their foreplay leading up and I enjoyed how their spice grew as their connection did. Memnon may give up control at times but Selene is far from the dominant figure here.

"You are the air in my lungs and the blood in my veins, and all the power and glory in the world are useless without you-"

The story itself takes us through an investigation style idea with Selene searching for answers. There is plenty of high stakes (the heart palpitations!), some return to the academy, and werewolf drama that helps shakes things off. I recommend checking triggers as there are elements of torture and references to child loss. Despite the dark grit to the world, we do get these beautiful banter filled moments of Memnon and Selene that had me by the gut on top of exploration this darker aspect to this world. I felt the pace was well done and I devoured this in two sittings. The ending is a cliffhanger and will leave you raw but I am adamant every will be fine...right?!?!

Thank you Sourcebooks for the arc!

Bespelled completely surpassed all of my expectations. I can’t even put into words how magical this book was. Memnon grovels A LOT but still has the same temper and humor. Selene is all of the cunning independent witch she’s always been but with her memories back she is a force to be reckoned with. The fantasy and magical elements are upped in this as well as the stakes which will have you flipping the pages at rapid speed!! This did have a darker element compared to the first and i absolutely LOVED it. I can’t wait for the next in the series!!

“Cities can burn and centuries can pass and none of it means anything to me with you”

This book ATE and was so addicting to read! First off, I loved the brief recap in the beginning of the book, I felt like it helped me to remember the major points from book one. Book two is a ride! It starts off with Selene sitting in a cell, and she finally has back all those pesky little memories from her former life. But someone is still killing witches, and forming binding spells and Selene is determined to find out who is behind everything. Maybe with a little help from an ancient sorcerer who is intent on groveling till his last days. Their love is eternal, and it was amazing to see Selene's back story from her first life with him. It felt super intense reading it, but we finally got answers to many awaited questions! This book was intense and had me on the edge of my seat at times! There was one or two twists that I didn't see coming! But it was an amazing book and I cannot wait for book 3!

I received an advanced reader's copy of Bespelled by Laura Thalassa from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Overall, I quite enjoyed the book and it made the afternoon fly by while I read. There was action, adventure, intrigue, and scheming. The characters were well-crafted, the pace of the novel was steady, and the world building was engrossing. Definitely worth reading!

I throught enjoyed Bewitched, but absolutely loved Bespelled. The whitty banter between Memnon and Selene is perfect. I absolutely adore Nero, and need a panther in my life now lol. This book has all the feels. Laughed out loud multiple times, tense moments, battles, and lots of groveling to make up for being a jerk. What an absolute joy to read. Thank you to Netgalley and Laura Thalassa for the ARC copy ❤️

Some book one spoilers ahead - read at your own risk.

Memnon was right… at least, about one thing. Memories restored, Selene has to face the truth - she is, in fact, his beloved Queen and soul mate from 2000 years ago. He was, however, wrong about one major thing: she never betrayed him. She spent her dying breath trying to save his life. Now, saddled with the weight of these memories, an unbreakable vow to marry, and hatred coursing through Selene’s veins from how much he hurt her, Memnon vows to regain her trust and earn her love back. He offers her a forged bond: she can command his actions, until such time they fall in love. Selene knows she never will get over how much he has hurt her, agrees so that he can help her investigate the nefarious spell circle she was involved in and the dead supernaturals whose murders she was framed for.

This book has captured me from the first page. Often times, I find myself disappointed in second books of a series - usually they are not as good as the first, and you’re just waiting for the next one to get here so that you can get to the action. That was definitely not the case for this book. It was full of action, drama, and spice. I found myself rooting for Memnon’s redemption. I can’t wait to see what Laura Thalassa has in store for the next book!

Recommended if you like: fantasy, romantasy, strong female characters, and morally grey male characters who will burn the world down for his woman.

It's one of the rare occasions that I can say I love the second book in a series more than the first!
But Bespelled was definitely MORE in all ways, and I loved it!
The second book picks up where we left things at the end of Bewitched—with a vengeful ancient sorcerer framing Selene for murders and trapping her into remembering her past life that she has no memory of.
As I said, Bespelled is so much more, and after she starts to gather all her memories, everything gets much more complicated to untangle. The mystery surrounding the Henbane Coven, her relationship with Memnon and the fact she has to work with him if she is to solve and put a stop to those murders.
I was fascinated because in this book we learned more about what happened and the events that led to Memnon's curse. It was intriguing to see how that affected his character, changing him and in a way broke him by learning the truth after so much time and also getting a glimpse of the way he is coping with his new environment.
And all that leads to change in his relationship with Selene, and although they are familiar with each other to the deepest part of their souls, they are forced to start anew.
So many details from the past seen from the eyes of this age and brick by brick, working together to stop an enemy was precisely the thing they needed.
After that mic drop at the end, I can't wait to see what Selene will do in book 3🥰

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I have read this twice already as I simply loved the interaction between Memnon & Selene.
Having had her memories restored at the end of Bewitched (which I loved) Selene has a different viewpoint on her feelings for Memnon but he’s still not off the hook for the way he’s treated her since he returned.
This book is full on with twists, suspicion, betrayals, revelations & truly is an emotional rollercoaster that keeps going until you’re sure of what is going on then the unexpected BAM.
Selene comes into her own strengths & they work so well as a couple.
I don’t want to say too much about the plot as that’s the big enjoyment of this brilliant book but personally I absolutely loved it.

4.5⭐️
"You are the air in my lungs and the blood in my veins, and all the power and glory in the world are useless without you."


HOLY this sequel did not disappoint! We pick up right where we left off at the end of Bewitched and it's full steam ahead from there. This story is action packed from start to finish

We learn the truth about what happened to Memnon and Roxilana two thousand years ago pretty early on here, which I was thankful for as it clears up SO much. I'm glad Selene no longer loses her memories by using magic, as I thought it made her a bit of unreliable narrator- fun for one book only.

Memnon is wildly in love with Selene, and in this book is trying to win back her true affection. I understand that Selene was angry and hurt by him, but we see her slowly lower her walls and allow him in. And they are SO. CUTE. I adore these two, I wanted a book entirely of them domestic things together and being cute, with Nero too of course
There's just something about a powerful, morally-grey hero that can only be reined in by his soul mate.

The plot from the first novel picks up here and takes a larger role. I wish we could've seen some of these scenes from Memnon's POV, instead of just hearing what he had learned when he talked to Selene.

Laura Thalassa is writing a prequel novella about how Memnon and Selene first met and I can't wait!

Honourable mention quotes because I loved so many:
"Neither magic nor time can keep us apart." His eyes are luminous. "We are like the stars. Eternal."

"At some point before dawn, I feel Memnon's fingers trail over my cheek, and then the soft brush of his lips. "My heart is filled to bursting," he murmurs."

Thank you to Netgalley and publishing team for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Memnon and Selene are back and behold! There is lots of groveling afoot. It’s really hard to get back in your soul mates good graces when witches keep turning up missing/dead so I cant fault them for inventiveness! The way the characters truly come to care for each other as they are in this life was an enjoyable journey.

I will be honest I really struggled getting into the first 30% or so of this book. The back and forth “should I trust him?”/“I do not trust him!” Was quite exhausting. I do get that the main character is twenty years old so I do allow some grace there.

The rest of the book intrigued me and I flew through to the end. I will say without giving away spoilers…there is repetitive mention of a potion Selene needs to/keeps forgetting to brew which I interpreted as potential heavy foreshadowing to history repeating itself. If it does happen that personally is a trope I dislike. I also wish we got to see more personality out of Memnon and Selene. Selene was so intriguing with the memory loss and her quirks in book one and once all of that was removed she fell a little flat personality wise. Memnon is so one track focused on her that I wish we got some glimpses of his personality outside of the relationship too. Hopefully now that the big misunderstanding is cleared we can get more of those little moments!

All in all I’m still excited to see where the series goes in the next book.

The second book in the series. It happens right after Bewitched. Selene and Memnon the Cursed work together again. He grovels more this time around and it's fun to see. The relationship is sexy and filled with chemistry. It's also an interesting world and I love how the plot develops. The book is of course sexy. Really enjoy it. Thanks to the publisher for the arc.

. The storyline in book 2 delivers everything I had hoped for - drama, action, adventure, intense confrontations, passionate reconciliations, and a comprehensive backstory of Selene's past life and the events that separated her from Memnom for two millennia.

I was incredibly thrilled for the release of book 2 in this series, as I was captivated by the determined and strong female main character in Bewitched, as well as the irresistibly attractive bad boy, Memnom. Their chemistry is simply swoon-worthy, and I cannot get enough of them. In Bespelled, we are treated to a lot of grovelling from the wicked warlock, accompanied by Selene embracing her formidable powers and discovering her self-assurance!!!

The FMC's inner thought process is highly entertaining, and her witty remarks never fail to make me burst into laughter. I have become completely obsessed with these characters. Furthermore, the plot of this fantasy series stands out as relatively unique. While we have seen many "a court of" and "a kingdom of" type series, this storyline offers fresh elements that set it apart from others in the genre.

Without a doubt, I wholeheartedly recommend this series. It is an absolute must-read for me! Enjoy the thrilling journey, but be cautious not to get too consumed by the steamy and spicy chapters.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc!

I was so excited to receive an ARC for this book because Laura is one of my favourite authors! Bespelled picks up right where Bewitched ended and my oh my what a ride! We finally see some grovelling from Memnon but fear not it has little impact on his morally grey persona. He’s the anti-hero we love to hate (or love). Book two answers a lot of questions but by the end I was left gasping and in need of more answers! What is Memnon up to? I guess we have to wait for book three to find out and boy oh boy it’s going to feel like a super long wait!

Bespelled started where Bewitched left off and I was sucked in!
Our morally gray mmc groveling was just yum! The angst between our man Memnom and our girl was just so steamy and I was here for it. My heart was melting throughout this book and he had me wrapped around his finger.
This series is so unique and different from other books I’ve read and I’m obsessed!
I know the second book is usually a “slower” book in a series, but Bespelled was very entertaining and I couldn’t put the book down!
Thank you Netgalley for this arc!!

This series has so many layers to it and I am obsessed with finding out what will be revealed with each one. This is not a cookie cutter book making it easy to determine what’s going to happen. Adding to that is the development of characters, both the main and secondary, to the point they feel real to me, pulling me further into the story.

Things are hot and wild in this addition to the series while also adding moments that are super cute. I loved watching Memnon and Selene’s relationship evolve. And oh my! The groveling that goes on was pure perfection. I cannot wait to see what this author has in store in the next book!

Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC of this amazing book.

What can I say? I devoured this book in less than two day because I could simply not put it down.

The story continues where Bewitched left off and is filled with action, romance and good plot twists. The spice also definitely heats up from the first installment.

Laura Thalassa is the queen of morally grey MCs and Memnon is no exception. One simply can not help but love him.

I already wish I had the final installment at hand, but will have to bide my time and wait for the promised sequel novella.

I definitely recommend this book if you are looking for a great witchy read with a great story plot and enemies to lovers spice.