Three sisters are faced with a twisted fate at the bottom of their teacups. As their powers change over time they start to learn more about themselves.

A lovely book; a perfect fall read. Cozy and magical, with a vivid setting and charming story. All it needs is an armchair and a cup of tea on a brisk day.

Readers who dislike predictability may grow frustrated with the storylines of the the three sisters, each with identical twists and turns that unfold in turn neatly, but if the mirroring storylines don't bother you, than you can be swept away on their journeys.

Readers of The Night Circus will find similar magical delight in this novel; it nestles into autumn neatly to be a delightful tale. So excited to see what this author does next.

This book is just as it claims. It is a novel of sisterhood, self discovery, and magic. Set mostly in a cozy Tearoom where the sisters do reading they have to unravel the mystery of a curse, and the task set upon them by the Witch’s Council. Very sweet, even though the pacing was a little slow at times I do wish we would have gotten more of Beatrix and Violets interactions with their love interests and maybe a little more insight as to why Anne felt like the “mother” but didn’t want a relationship or children. I feel like those parts were glossed over rather quickly. I would have also liked to have revisited the other witches they helped and not just Mr. Crowley. Overall really enjoyed the atmosphere, it made me get up and make a cup of tea and bake some shortbread cookies.

Easy fall read that feels like a warm hug! Definitely recommend reading it in autumn time! Was a unique story with characters I really enjoyed!

4.5⭐️

I fell into this super cozy witchy read. It’s Noah Kahan’s “you’re gonna go far” wrapped up in cinnamon and sugar and a warm blanket.

This book is an easy read, perfect for Fall and getting into the cozy vibes of reading by a fire with a cup of tea in hand. The three sisters make me wish I had sisters of my own. The story is essentially about choosing to love and be loved, letting yourself follow your own path while being terrified of disappointing family and loved ones. Knowing deep down that the bonds you created won’t break so easily and those who truly care for you simply want the best for you.

Didn’t think a house would ever make me want to cry over how sweet it is 😂

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The house from a discovery of witches meets practical magic. A well written, semi cozy story about three sisters, navigating the changes in their lives. How will their bonds be tested by the secrets they keep? This book is a perfect pallet cleanser if you are looking for a lower stakes, slower paced story. If only the tearoom was a real place! I’d never want to leave.

I received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for an honest review

The Crescent Moon Tearoom by Stacy Sivinski is a third person multi-POV cozy fantasy set in early 1900s Chicago. Anne, Beatrix, and Violet Quigley are three sisters and witches running a tearoom and telling fortunes in the human part of town. The Council of Witches wants the sisters to become their Diviners and tasks the Quigley’s with helping three other witches discover their Tasks (individual goals each witch must accomplish or risk becoming a ghost).

The prose is stunning and full of interiority. There’s a lot of references to pleasant smells and treats as well as beautiful allegories that had me making up my page every few chapters. I was expecting cozy and it definitely delivered there especially because we get the feelings of the building the sisters live and work in, but I was not expecting such deep interiority into the thoughts and feelings and desires of each sister. As a result, the pacing is on the slower end, but it’s still a relatively quick read.

Violet, Anne, and Beatrix have a curse that threatens to separate them. Violet finds herself attracted to a performer at a traveling circus named Emil, Beatrix has her dreams of being a published writer within her grasp, and Anne has been secretly experimenting more and more with her powers. Despite the three wanting to be a family and only having each other, their own dreams are just as important

Of the three, my favorite POV was Anne’s. Her’s was the most poetic and the one that felt the most fleshed out and distinct. Anne also has the strongest references to the senses, particularly taste and smell. Violet and Beatrix’s are also quite enjoyable, especially when we see Beatrix take a chance on publishing despite her initial hesitation.

I would recommend this to fans of cozy fantasies set in our world, readers of fantasy who like narratives focused on sisters, and those who love poetic prose.

This story follows three witches—Anne, Beatrix, and Violet—who have recently lost their parents. They run a tea shop called Crescent in Chicago, where they use their abilities to uncover the fates of their customers. As their business thrives and the sisters find happiness, the Witches' Council pays them an unexpected visit. The Council orders them to discover the ‘Task’—a crucial life achievement—for three other witches who failed to find theirs. If they don’t succeed, their beloved shop will be shut down. Meanwhile, the sisters learn of a curse that threatens to separate them. The Task is a vital goal every witch must accomplish before they die. Will the sisters manage to complete the Task for the three witches? And will they stay together or be torn apart by the curse?

I loved how each main character was crafted. This was my first venture into the fantasy genre, and I found it fascinating to read about witches and magic. I was completely invested in finding out whether the sisters would remain together or be separated. This book beautifully illustrates how fate can sometimes work in your favor. Overall, it was a cozy and delightful read!

This cozy mystery was exactly what I needed to get me into the fall spirit. I really enjoyed everything about it and I’m sure that other people will take some meaningful lessons away from it as well. Definitely will be recommending!

[thank you so much Atria Books for the ARC] I really wish I had better things to say about this story, but this is my first DNF in years. The sibling dynamic is not engaging, I hardly can believe they're sisters or family for that matter. Additionally, I had to stop when the Witch's Council gave them their "mission" - I understand the plot likely needs to develop further but there hasn't been a single plot device up until this moment that I feel like I can hang onto to finish.

The concept of the story is so fun and unique - I just wish there was more to it than that

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a heartwarming and enchanting tale about the Quigley sisters—Anne, Violet, and Beatrix—who run a magical tearoom in Chicago. Each sister, endowed with her unique gifts, uses their abilities to read tea leaves and provide solace to their patrons, all while grappling with their personal desires and a looming family curse that threatens to tear them apart. As they navigate the pressures from the Council of Witches to help three dying witches fulfill their life tasks, the sisters must also confront their own evolving dreams and the possibility of being pulled in different directions, risking the bond that has kept them together.

The novel beautifully blends elements of magic, sisterhood, and self-discovery, set against a cozy, whimsical backdrop. The Quigley sisters' journey is not just about saving their beloved tearoom but also about finding their individual paths without losing each other. The sentient house they inhabit adds a delightful layer of charm, making the story an immersive experience filled with warmth and subtle magic. Despite some pacing issues, the book's cozy atmosphere and the endearing relationships between the sisters make it a perfect read for those who love cozy, witchy stories with a touch of nostalgia.

Three orphan sisters who run a teahouse in their family home find that a has been put on them. Can the sisters figure out how to break the curse, or will magic finally tear them apart?

I had a very hard time putting this book down once I started it. From the very first page, I was invested in the story and our lives of this. This was so well written that it was hard to have to stop to take care of Monday things, my cooking dinner, doing laundry, and letting the dogs out.I will definitely look for more from this author in the future!

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a cozy, whimsical story that follows triplets, Anne, Violet and Beatrix Quigley. The sisters have been running the Crescent Moon Tearoom, since the death of both of their parents, and are known for the tea readings of their many faithful patrons.

This story was just right for me. The setting seems to be possibly a Victorian or Gilded Age time period in Chicago. I loved the way the sisters interacted with one another at the beginning of the book, but then you start to see the individual struggles of each sister. I felt like Sivinski did a beautiful job of defining each of the sister's personalities. They want to honor their mother by remaining together to run the tearoom, but they are starting to discover their own individual wants pulling them away from that promise and each other.

There are also outside forces that are trying to separate the sisters...a curse (??!!) and the Council of Witches, who has a demand for the sisters, to help discover the unfulfilled tasks of three witches. Although things seem set against them, the "house" is determined to keep the sisters together and I really loved how Sivinski personified the house's character. It really added to the cozy, magical feel of the story.

The two things I had problems with, were the pacing of the book and the lack of urgency in discovering the other witch's tasks. I felt like the story got a little repetitive in the middle of the book, which slowed the pacing down. And even though the Council had "threatened" to take away the tearoom from the sisters, if they were unable to help the other witches, I never really felt like this was a threat that was bringing any urgency to the story.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book, and The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a perfect Fall read for fans of cute, cozy, witchy stories.

This book is best suited to read on a chilly fall morning with a cup of hot tea in hand. A beautiful story about three sisters, familial love, and fate.

The Plot:
Triplet witch sisters Anne, Violet, and Beatrix run the Crescent Moon Tearoom where women in Chicago come to have their tea leaves read. Each of the witches have filled their days divining futures, basking in the company of each other, and grieving the death of their parents.

As their birthday approaches, the sisters find out they have previously been cursed to separate from each other- and the curse is starting to take effect. To add to the stress, the local witch Council has tasked the Quigleys to divine the Tasks of three witches, something a witch must complete in their lifetime if they want to pass on peacefully the afterlife. If they are unable to discover all three Tasks, the Council will close the Tearoom down forever.

Pressured by the council and the looming curse, the sisters spend their days fighting off stresses and searching for answers. But as they do so, each is pulled in a different direction, leaving the triplets to hide secrets and to ask themselves if it is the curse tempting them, or fate itself.

What I Liked:
The premise of the book really drew me in, and I am delighted to say it hit the nail on the head. The aspect of each sister feeling a connection to each other yet having their own personalities and longings made for effective and easy-to-love characters.

And while the book is set in 1800s Chicago, I appreciated that there was not a lot of focus on the history of the city, and was instead focused on the three sisters’ lives. While there is not much world building when it came to outside of the Tearoom and the magic of the witches, I did not find myself confused or wanting more.

I believe the book to be a good balance of cozy, whimsical, and storytelling.

I also really enjoyed the aspect of the house/tearoom as a sentient being as it added a lot to the whimsical nature of the book.

What I didn't Like:
While I enjoyed much of the storyline, the middle did drag on a little, where I found myself longing for the sisters to finally share their secrets with each other and just communicate. While I understand they did not do so out of fear of change, the book highlighted the negative chaos so much I simply wanted the resolution to be much more quick.

There were also some plot points that seemed to resolve a little too easily or had an answer that seemed too convenient.

Overall, this book was a lovely read that I would consider cozy-adjacent. A perfect fall book!

3.5 stars rounded up!

I’ve been very into cozy read lately and this was fun! Great vibes! Would recommend!

This book is a well-paced, cozy magical fantasy - focused on the theme of fate. Our story focuses on the triplets, Anne, Beatrix, and Violet Quigley who are plagued by a curse trying to tare them apart and they try to overcome it and find their way in the world.

This tale was a bit of a slow burn for me until around 50% into the story then it really grabbed me and I continued to want to know the outcome for the sisters. Each sister is very unique and have different abilities in magic that in ways match their personalities and are very devoted to each other.

Thank you, NetGalley and Atria books for this ARC -this is my honest review.

This book about 3 sisters who just happen to be triplets and witches. After their parents pass away, they open a tea room in the shop on the ground floor of the house they grew up in. They spend their days giving customers glimpses of their future by reading their tea leaves. One day the sisters are visited by The Council, who assigns them a task that has to be completed by the sisters next birthday. If they don’t complete the task they will have to close the tearoom. At the same time, the sisters are each going through their own struggles of wanting to follow their dreams but at the same time wanting things to stay the same. This is a story about choosing your own path and growing into the person you become.

I love books about sisters, probably because I’m so close to mine, so I knew I was going to love this one. This is a great book for fall because it has that cozy fairytale, witchy vibe feeling. I loved the little tea cup illustrations and tea reading meanings at the beginning of each chapter. They made me want to make myself a cup of tea to see if I could read them for myself but I didn’t have any loose tea in the house. I also loved that the house was its own character. I wish my house could magically clean itself and do the dishes.

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books. Thank you Stacy Sivinski for writing such an enchanting novel.

All the cozy mystery vibes with that added flair of three witch sisters in old style Chicago!

This is a 3 star read for me but I gave it 4 stars because if this is your genre of book (cozy mystery) you will enjoy this. I personally wanted more intrigue more mystery and more use of the magic. I do love cozy fantasy but for me the pacing felt slow and found myself wanting to skim read parts not relevant to the main plot.

However, the cozy tea room vibes are immaculate. I love the ladies of the town coming to gossip and get their fortunes read while eating just lovingly described treats. Oh and the tea of course. And the house! The house is my favorite character.

Cozy magical mystery taking place in an enchanted house. Was a quick and entertaining read with likable characters and the right amount of witch magic. Would recommend as a perfect fall read cozied up by a fire. I want to thank NetGalley and Atria Books for the arc in exchange for an honest review.

The Crescent Tearoom totally reminded me of the book and movie adaptation of The Mistress of Spice by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. But it’s also original.

The Quigley sisters must help three dying witches discover their Tasks. Tasks are like a ‘life purpose’ and the dying witches need to accomplish them before death. If not the Council (of Witches) steps in to ensure balance. But the sisters are also facing their own struggles, pulling them away from the tea room and onto new paths. Can the sisters figure this out? It’s all part of the book’s journey.

It’s a sensory overload and the perfect book for tea lovers. Vanilla and lavender perfumed air, a tea salon where tea leaves are read, and a line of baked good. Plus throw in witchy energy, The Crescent Moon Tearoom is for ME!

Every chapter opens with a new symbol and I quickly learned that it’s a symbol that appears when reading tea leaves (and it’s genius).

Stacy's delivered the perfect fall read, and I wish I could visit the Crescent Moon Tearoom! I want to thank Atria Books for providing an ARC.