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Genre: Magical Realism
Format: 🎧📖
Pub Date:  10.1.2024
Pages: 336
Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

“After all, wasn’t it more thrilling to linger in the possibilities and avoid having to trim daydream into something that better fit the frame of reality?”

I savored every bit of this fun debut novel about triplet witches coming into their own while navigating strong family bonds. It was a reminder that sometimes, being independent and unique is the only way to create strong relationships.

Yes, this book is full of magical realism and fantasy—but I didn’t find it to be over the top, as most of it focuses on reading tea leaves. The areas that did focus more on the magical side of the sisters didn’t feel over the top, so I think it would even be a fun read for some of my non-fantasy-loving friends. It absolutely sets the mood for fall!

While I loved all three sisters, my favorite character from The Crescent Moon Tearoom had to be the enchanted house. I loved the parental role the house took on for Violet, Beatrix, and Ann because they didn’t have parents to guide them through this new phase of their lives. 

Read if you enjoy:
🥰 Cozy stories
🏠 Enchanted homes
🔮 Fortune telling
🤗 Fun character growth

I can’t wait to see what Stacy Sivinski writes next!

The Crescent Moon Tearoom by Stacy Sivinski was the definition of cozy. After their parents’ deaths, the (nearly) identical sisters open a tearoom in the downstairs of their home, where they serve enchanted desserts and read customer’s fortunes in their custom blended tea leaves. The tea shop was so well imagined that I wish I could visit this little slice of serenity every day – that is, until a curse takes effect and the Council of Witches threatens to shut them down.

This was a very well-crafted story of sisterhood and it drew me in right from the Prologue. The three main characters are fates – triplet sisters who are witches. The story is told from multiple viewpoints, but each sister’s character was so unique that there was no trouble differentiating between their voices. I don't always care for multiple viewpoints because they can end up being a poorly-written confusing mess that is a distraction from the story. However, here it really adds to the story-telling and it was a pleasure to find myself identifying with pieces of all of their personalities:
Anne – the dependable one; acts more like a mother to Violet and Beatrix than a sister;
Beatrix – the cautious one; painfully shy but has plenty of stories to tell once she finds her voice;
Violet – the fearless one; restless, impulsive, and unable to sit still.

And their charming house was so full of its own quicks and personality that I’m personally counting it as a 4th main character.

4.5/5 stars, rounded up. The character development was so deftly written, and foreshadowing done just subtly enough, that I was surprised to learn that this was Sivinski’s debut novel. I’m very much looking forward to reading the author’s future work. Highly recommended.

Thank you to NetGalley, Stacy Sivinski, and Atria books for the opportunity to read the ARC of this book. I was not required to give a review, and all opinions expressed are my own.

The Windy City is the perfect setting for this delightful tale. You join three sisters as they grow and mature into their adult selves--wondering if they are destined to always be together or separated. Add in a sprinkle of magic and you have a cozy read for the fall.

I loved getting to know the Violet, Anne, and Beatrix. Each sister had something wonderful and magical to offer, and I enjoyed going on their journey with them.

This is a feel good book. A book that you root for the characters. A book that you feel like the characters become your friends. A book that you want to curl up in a cozy blanket and read while sipping on your own tea. Who knows, maybe at the bottom you'll see pieces of your own future as well?

This was the epitome of a cozy, warm fantasy read. The world building was woven into the story in a way that wasn’t overpowering with info but that was still really easy to understand. Each of the sisters felt distinct and believable, and it was fun to follow each of their individual stories and arcs, and see how they all came together at the end. The bit of mystery behind the curse kept the pacing of the book up, and kept the coziness of it all from feeling too slow.

I'm giving this book three stars because while I did DNF at about 40%, it was simply because I'm normally not a fantasy reader and I just couldn't keep up with it as fast as I wanted to. I will be revisiting this book as an audio after the release, so I can finish the story. I found the setting so cozy, and the plot interesting if a little slow. Definitely could see someone who loves other cozy fantasies or primarily reads fantasy or romance loving this one!

Such a cute and cozy book! I enjoyed the writing style, it painted an immersive story! I love the three sisters and their stories, along with the enchanted house they live in! A fun and perfect book for Fall. I will be recommending this book to my friends.

I enjoyed the writing, it was fun and fantastical! Highly recommend for a fun fantasy novel. It didn't take me long to be interested and read quickly! :D

Unfortunately this is a DNF for me. While I loved the concept and the story was really interesting, I personally do not mesh with the writing style, and that's okay. I would still recommend this book to anyone looking for cozy witch vibes and family this autumn or any time of year to be honest! The characters were interesting and I love that book focuses on family.

DNF @53%

I really wanted to like this as cozy fantasy is my jam, but unfortunately I just couldn’t get into it. I think that this story had potential but there’s something missing. It felt kind of bland? It’s hard to connect with the characters when it seems clear that they are to be treated as a unit (even though Anne is the blatant favourite). I also didn’t understand why it was so important for the sisters to remain together when it seems obvious that all 3 of them are chafing for change. It seems like Anne is the only one who cares to keep the shop running.

I liked the sentient house but found it annoyingly judgemental. These women are like 30 years old, let them lie to each other as much as they please!

Overall this read pretty YA to me, which can be fine, but it’s not exactly what I signed up for.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

What an adorable cozy fantasy read this was!
4.25 ⭐️

I love witchy reads and this one was so fun. The Crescent Moon Tearoom is the shop of three sisters who are witches. They do tea leaf readings and run the shop as a little cafe. Their parents have both passed and this shop has been left to them.

As we go on and learn more about their magical world, we find out that the girls must work together to help other witches finish their “Task” and also break a curse that is trying to separate them. But sometimes fate is what you least expect it to be!

This started a little slow but I wanted to savor and enjoy every page because it was a cozy, witchy, fantasy book and it needed to be enjoyed. We get to read about hydromancy and crystal balls and what different tea leaf symbols mean and it was just a fun ride. It is so uplifting at the end and I really just loved how everything came together.

I can’t believe this is a debut! Thank you to NetGalley for sending me the eARC of this book. All thoughts and options are my own!

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a beautifully written cozy fantasy/mystery. I really enjoyed the Quigley triplets and how they explored their own passions and desires outside of running the tearoom. The familial bonds between the sisters are lovely to see and this is the perfect cozy fall read!

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a cozy fantasy tale about following your heart and finding yourself. The Quigley sisters are clairvoyants who run a tea shop it but are they each meant to do something different? I enjoyed following along with their journeys and was rooting for them.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!

A cute, cozy little fantasy about three magical sisters in old Chicago. It’s a little too fluffy for me but I think that’s more my fault than the book’s.

If you liked The Night Circus, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches…give it a try!

What a cute and cozy book helping me prepare for Fall! I dont have sisters but this made me feel like I was close to the sisters on this book. The plot was okay, not too action driven, but that was expected. Its perfect for those of us wanting to cozy it up.

Thanks net galley, publisher and author for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for my honest review. This was a cute, cozy read. Short and sweet.

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is the perfect cozy fantasy for a fall afternoon.

Triplets Anne, Beatrix, and Violet Quigley are witches who run their own cozy tearoom. Using their powers of divination, they tell their customers' futures during the day and spend time together in the evenings. However, an unexpected task from Council of Witches puts the women's future in jeopardy, and a curse threatens their familial bonds. The harder the sisters work to hold everything together, the more their separate desires threaten to tear them apart. Anne, Beatrix, and Violet must learn to trust their instincts to find a future that keeps their sisterly bonds from tearing forever.

The story is split between the stories of Anne, Beatrix, and Violet. Although the triplets spend much time together, as they start to follow their hearts, they're pulled in different directions, creating a web of secrets. However, they still try their best to protect one another and work towards completing the Council's task to save the tearoom. I loved each of the sisters--they each have their own distinct personality, but they work well as a team, and their family bond is a constant despite their struggles. The sentient house (think Encanto) also has its shining moments and works its hardest to provide comfort and direction to the sisters as they drift apart.

The descriptions in this story are also top-notch. The details in the tearoom--the decorations, the scents, the flavors, the temperature, the dresses, the chatter--provide spectacular imagery and set the story firmly in time (early 1900s) and place (Chicago). Although the magic system is not super detailed, it's detailed well enough to clearly understand the abilities of the triplets and their friends as well as the directive from the Council. I really appreciate that Sivinski makes it clear that there is much more to the world of magic, but what she shares is a delightful taste.

The story's pace is leisurely without feeling slow. There's a hard deadline for the sisters' tasks, which keeps things moving along, but there are also many slow moments as the sisters enjoy a pot of tea in the evening or read tea leaves for their customers. It's the perfect blend (see what I did there?) of fast and slow and will keep readers interested even if they don't mind setting down the story to enjoy some sunshine and their own cup of tea.

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a story of sisters, magic, and dreams. Anne, Beatrix, and Violet are all stand-out characters, and the story's descriptions will allow readers to easily imagine they're sitting in the tearoom along with the Quigley's other customers.

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a cozy witchy fantasy detailing the lives of three clairvoyant sisters as they navigate running a popular tearoom together. Amidst their growing dreams for new and independent adventures, they are all faced with a quest to undertake by the witch's governing council. This book is such a sweet, whimsical and comforting read that is perfect for the fall months when you can read while cuddled up under a blanket with a cup of tea. The beautiful prose and descriptive writing is like a warm hug and truly inserts you into the setting of the book, I didn't want this one to end and found myself wishing for a bit more length if only to enjoy it for a little while longer. I think that certain elements like the other kinds of witches and a bit further development of each individual sister's story would have made this a 5 star read for me but nevertheless it was such a great read. The relationship and bond between the three sisters is reminiscent of my own and I found it to be so heartwarming. I think this will definitely be an autumn comfort read for years to come!

Thank you to NetGalley, Stacy Sivinski and Atria Books for this eARC!

Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for the opportunity to review this title. I am such a sucker for a cozy witchy book, no matter the season, sign me up. This one did not disappoint and was really quite enjoyable. I am not as close to my sister as the three in the book but they also helped make me grateful for the relationship we do have.

A very pleasant Cozy Fall Book. I loved the three sisters, and wish that the book were longer. Each sister had such a different adventure that it would have been great to be able to delve into their lives a little bit more. I thought the narration kept things at a good pace. Can’t wait to see what else the author has in store for us in the future!

Huge thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for allowing me to read this early! I absolutely loved this book! From its strong cast of characters to its cozy tea room vibes. This book hits all of the high marks for any cozy reader!