The Crescent Moon Tearoom by Stacy Sivinski is a heartwarming and enchanting story that blends magic, mystery, and the comfort of a tearoom. The narrative follows a young woman who discovers an unexpected connection between the tearoom and a hidden world of supernatural secrets. Sivinski’s writing is atmospheric, capturing the coziness of the tearoom while also weaving in elements of fantasy and intrigue. The characters are well-developed, and the plot unfolds at a gentle pace, drawing readers into a world filled with charm and wonder. Fans of magical realism and cozy mysteries will find this book a delightful read.

A whimsical delight. Beatrice, Anne and Violet were all such solid characters! I enjoyed violets story and I'm guessing the other two sisters will be getting their own. It was exactly what I wanted to read. Whimsy, magic, love, family.

3.5/5. This was a cozy family centering around three sisters. I enjoyed the dynamics between the sisters and their relationship with the house. I felt a bit bored with the plot at times so I would find myself skimming. Overall, this was a cozy time but will unfortunately be forgotten in a few weeks.

Thank you to Netgalley and Atria books for an eARC in exchange for a review.

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a sweet cozy fantasy about three seer sisters who run a tearoom where they read customers' fortunes in the tea leaves. After the premature deaths of their parents, the three believe running the tearoom and growing old together in their enchanted home is their future. Unfortunately, there are other forces at work, and the three are surprised to find themselves called to different pursuits just when it seems they most need to be united to the job of helping elder witches find their life tasks. While the book leans pretty hard on the “failure to communicate” trope, it's ultimately a satisfying story about finding your own path.

✨ ARC Review✨

Rate: ⭐️⭐️✨

I really wanted to like this, but it just didn’t click. The setup had potential—clairvoyant sisters, a magical tearoom, and a shape-shifting house—but the story was slow, predictable, and frustrating. The sisters spent too much time not communicating and felt more passive than in control of their own futures.

I was really hoping for some bold moments, but instead, it felt like the sisters were just stuck hiding things from each other and holding onto the past. And seriously, why was it so important for them to stay together when they all seemed ready for change? Anne’s the only one who cares about keeping the tearoom going, while the others want something else. It just left me feeling disconnected from the whole story.

On a positive note, the ambiance of the Crescent Moon Tearoom sounded amazing—I'd love to be a guest there and try everything on the menu! And while the ending was bittersweet, it did offer a reminder that we’re all flawed and ultimately, we get to choose our own paths.

Unfortunately, I found this book wasn't the book for me. I am leaving a one star, just as I have to leave a star rating here, but I find that unfair as the writing wasn't bad, it just wasn't for me.

I value the opportunity I was given to read this in advance, but I still haven't read this. With so many books ahead of me, I cannot return to this title.

Cozy and quite charming, I loved the setting and the characters, however I did feel like the pacing needed some work (it was quite slow, especially in the beginning) Nevertheless, still enjoyed it a lot!

Thank you to the publisher for the review copy! I just couldn't get in the mood for this one, but I do love this author!

I had started, then put down The Crescent Moon Tearoom a few times. While I don't have any significantly negative feedback, this book just never grabbed by attention. It was interesting enough that I'll keep and eye out for Stacy Sivinski's work in the future.

This book was a cozy and charming read with a unique setting, but it didn’t fully capture my attention. The atmosphere was lovely, and the characters were likable, but the pacing felt slow at times, making it harder to stay engaged. The plot had potential, but it didn’t quite leave a lasting impression. Still, it was a pleasant read for fans of light, feel-good stories.

4.5/5 ⋆｡°✩

The Crescent Moon Tearoom was both so wholesome and heartbreaking. Sivinski has created a wonderful dynamic between sisters finding their way in the world as individuals yet keeping their bond strong. This story somehow covers both the grief of losing a loved one and the grief and joy that comes with finding who you are even if it means leaving your comfort zone.
This novel is a fantastic, cozy, quick read.

Thank you Netgalley for the arc in exchange for a review.

Thank you for the eARC! This was a cozy read with some great world building. I didn’t love the lack of communication but the overall story made for an engaging read!

2.75/3 stars

I was so excited for this one but unfortunately it fell pretty flat for me. I wasn’t really invested in the characters or plot. I found the pacing was a bit weird for me, as well. It had the cute cozy fantasy vibes that I was looking for but it under-delivered in so many other aspects that I couldn’t really stay engaged.

Thank you Atria Books for my copy of this

A short and sweet cozy book!. I always enjoy a family oriented fantasy read.

thanks to Netgalley, Stacy Sivinski, and Atria Books for this ARC!

A cozy fantasy that details the intricacies of family. Not my typical read, but fans of cozy mysteries, romance, and fantasy will certainly enjoy!

Give me all the cozy witchy magical reads! Three sister witches, family curses, tea readings, a witches council with a life altering challenge and a magical house all make for a page turning read!

What a magical read. I loved learning about each of the triplet witches and their different talents. The magical house and the somewhat magical world. This was a fantastic cozy fantasy read. Each witch has a task to fulfill in their lifetime and if they don't they remain on earth as a ghost. The witches council has asked the triplets to help 3 witches complete their tasks.

This was a cute cozy fantasy told from multiple POVs.

Since the deaths of their parents the Quigley sisters’ lives have been rooted in the Crescent Moon Tearoom. Their lives have always followed the same path, but there are changes on the horizon and the sisters are at a crossroad. Will they continue as they’ve been or will they each follow their own paths to find their destinies?

The story started off strong with decent world building. Each of the sisters distinctive personalities shines through and the Crescent Moon Tearoom really comes to life, as does the magical house that the sisters live in. We also get a small glimpse into life in Chicago a few years after the Great Chicago Fire.

Things got somewhat repetitive in the middle, making the story drag a bit. Beatrix is always writing, then feeling conflicted about it, then going back to writing. Violet is always at the circus, then feeling conflicted about it, then going back to the circus. Anne is strengthening her power, then feeling conflicted about it, then continuing to work on her magic. Throughout it all the sisters are not communicating even though they’re supposed to be working together to fight the Council of Witches and to break a curse that was placed on them when they were babies.

The story picked up again toward the end and several clues were discovered and secrets revealed. It was hard to imagine how they would reach a resolution that made each of the sisters happy while also allowing the Tearoom to remain open, but everything wrapped up nicely with fitting endings for each sister.

This was a nice feel-good story and a good choice if you’re looking for a light, entertaining read.

Thanks NetGally and Atria Books for the advanced copy.

I absolutely loved The Crescent Moon Tearoom. The whimsical world created in this novel captivated me from the very beginning. It struck a perfect balance between intrigue and charm, drawing me in without overwhelming me with too many details. Each sister was relatable, and I found myself connecting with them in a deep way. There was one moment when I questioned why they didn't communicate more openly, but I quickly realized that sometimes we all need a nudge or to hit a low point before we can trust those closest to us and move forward. By the end, I found myself in tears, reflecting on my own family and contemplating what the future holds for us all. The novel beautifully explores the power of family, love, and the importance of staying true to oneself.