This was a cute, cozy, magical fall read with beautifully descriptive writing of the tea room! I loved the tea room and the atmosphere created, but found myself wanting more from the characters. even so, it was a lovely, quick read!

thanks NetGalley for the eARC! All opinions are my own

Such a great debut from this author. Perfect theme of witches for the month of October. Each sister was so likable and had their own story line you couldn’t help but get wrapped up into. Without giving away too much, the Council kept the story interesting & Katherine was such a pleasant addition and connection to the sisters mother. I thought the chapters each having a theme with a meaning was interesting, and I liked the multiple POV. I did both audio and kindle (thanks Net Galley) and the only thing stopping this from a 5 was that at intermittent times it felt like it dragged on

*thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for an eARC of this book in exchange for my review*

I had high expectations for this one, and they were unfortunately a little misplaced. This debut by Stacy Sivinski is full of cozy vibes and casual magic. The premise was so promising. And honestly, the introduction of the main plot was so good. But read this one for the vibes, not for a great story.

I never learned to love the characters because they had a bad case of “I always do the thing I shouldn’t do” which is really annoying to me. And then somehow that was what they were supposed to be doing all along anyway? Idk. I also find I’m particularly critical of sisterhood stories because of my connection with my own sisters, and this one didn’t sit right with me.

So this one wasn’t a win for me. Beautiful cover design though. And the tea shop vibes were so good.

The Crescent Moon Tearoom is a delightful tale of sisterhood wrapped in a cozy, magical atmosphere. The bond between Anne, Beatrix, and Violet is beautifully depicted, showcasing the strength and warmth that comes from familial ties. I loved how the tearoom/ house itself became a central character, serving as a haven for connection and enchantment. I've come to realize what a favorite element of mine it is when homes are alive with magic!

The magical elements are woven seamlessly into the everyday lives of the sisters, creating an inviting world that feels both familiar and whimsical. The charming rituals and cozy moments make you want to curl up with a cup of tea and savor every page. This was the perfect cozy read to get me in the fall mood.

The heartwarming focus on sisterly love and the enchanting setting made for a truly enjoyable read. Perfect for anyone who appreciates a sprinkle of magic in their life!

I absolutely adored The Crescent Moon Tea Room!

Set in a magical Chicago, three sisters run a tea house to provide divination services and a cozy respite for the magical locals. The three sisters Ann, Beatrix, and Violet run the Tea Room together after the death of their parents had left them the house. Ann is a home body who loves her magic and the bond her and her sisters share, Beatrix is a writer with a tender heart and introverted tendencies, and Violet has a taste for adventure and romance. When the magical council asks them to help divine other witches “tasks”, something a witch must complete before they die lest they be unable to cross over to the other side, they can’t deny them.

The sisters explore their identities and learn more about their mother’s death and their own purposes in life. The magical house and their community of witches help them along their path to find love and joy amidst so much change.

This was a warm hug of a book, great for fans of practical magic and all things cozy fantasy.

This was so cute and cozy, I absolutely loved it! The story is about a set of triplet witches, after their parents deaths they run a tea shop in their home and read the tea leaves of their patrons. Each sister has a unique ability that they discover and cultivate throughout the novel. The stakes in this book aren’t very high but they’re still there. The vibes and setting are immaculate, all I want to do is move into the Quigley house and never leave. Did I mention there’s a sentient house! With magic, mystery, self discovery and the right amount of romance this was the perfect cozy book for me!

Thanks to Netgalley, Stacy Sivinski and Atria Books for this e-ARC

I think there are folks that will be big fans of this but ultimately the writing wasn’t engaging enough for me to be drawn in. By the end of this i was simply skimming to the end out of sheer determination to finish it,

Medusa’s curls! 3.5 stars! This was by far my favorite line in the book!

A cozy, fall read that starts off a bit slow with detail-heavy character development, but with time, the pace picked up and I found myself drawn into this story of three charming sisters, each harboring their own secrets. The deeper I got into the book, the more invested I became. While it took some time to get going, the characters and the mysteries made the ending worth the wait.

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This book is definitely that warm hug kind of magical. That hot mug of coffee (or tea in this case) and a snuggly blanket in your favorite chair next to a fireplace on a cool autumn day. It’s truly just vibes. ⁣
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I love that the sisters are all so different and unique, but have the love that can move mountains. Their bond was one that I loved and appreciated. You always hear about twins but never really triplets. They had their own identity and grew into it so well. ⁣
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Audio wasn’t actually my favorite for once. The reading felt very monotone and I didn’t feel like it elevated the story. I am a big fan of the narrator, so it could just be this story.⁣
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Overall, definitely cozy witchy feels for fall. Out now!⁣
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QOTD: Let’s name a drink after you! What is it called and what would be in it? I’d name mine short and stout and probably would taste like cherries or coconut.

Triplets, Anne, Violet and Beatrix, are the closest of close as they lost their parents early and have depended on each other. Together they operate a cozy tea shop that features fortunes told along with sweets, treats and tea. For you see, the sisters are witches.

They've lived a comfortable life after the loss of their parents with the house itself taking care of them. However each are their own distinct person, with their own dreams. Dreams they hesitate to tell each other for fear of breaking up the trio.

When they're tasked with an impossible feat by their local magical council, they face losing their lives as they know it and learning more about their fates.

Overall this was a sweet, cozy read; however (SPOILER) I was incredibly frustrated by the lack of communication between the sisters. It felt very obvious to me, as the reader, what their outcomes should be and that it wasn't something to be afraid of. Ah well, it's always easier for someone objective to see these things.

The Crescent Moon Tea Room is a cozy magical family drama filled with tea, cookies, and love. It has such warm vibes, and I truly enjoyed the story. It follows witch triplets Anne, Beatrix, and Violet as they navigate their destinies together and apart, helping others along the way. The pacing felt slow, and it took me longer than I expected to get through despite how much I did like the Quigleys and their stories. Still, I recommend this to anyone looking for a gentle family drama with a hint of magic and a lot of heart.
Thanks to NetGalley and Atria Books for this ARC!

A very interesting premise that I was very excited for that ultimately fell a little flat. It’s still a really nice cozy fantasy that has a neat witchy vibe.

This was completely lovely from cover to cover, full of intricate swirls of prose, unique magical worldbuilding, and just the right amount of tea blends and baked goods for a perfect autumn read. Each sister has her own subplot, offering the story a lot of texture, and the author pulled off more than one surprising twist, which seems particularly special for something in the cozy genre. I was also quite charmed by the sentient house, which is practically a character in its own right.

I think this would be a huge hit with fans of Alix E. Harrow, even if it sits more firmly in the "warm and pleasant" side of fantasy than her works.

This book was so sweet. I fell in love with the sisters! This was such a beautiful picture of familial love and how to fight for it! They had to overcome so many minor things to stay together. Also, the way they kept secrets thinking they could ignore the effects on one another is so realistic I can totally relate. This was nonstop good feels.

This was a sweet story about three sisters trying their best to avoid a curse. I enjoyed the story but found some elements hard to follow. The concept was cute!

This was a strange book. Overall I enjoyed it, and the character-driven plot was great, but the pacing was odd in a way I can’t quite describe. Definitely not something I was bingeing but something I looked forward to for a chapter or two before putting it down for something else.

Rating: 3.5 rounded up to 4
Format Read: 📖 beginning, 🎧middle, 📖end
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Preference: physical 📖 The audio was good, but reading this w/the spotify playlist, while drinking chai &snuggled with a blanket &a cat was such a vibe! *it took some time to adjust to listening to music in the background while reading, but once I got used to it, it was neat*
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What to expect:
🫖third person multiple POV
🫖fortune telling with tea leaves, crystal ball & more
🫖circus shenanigans
🫖atmospheric writing style
🫖family curse
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🫶🏽What I enjoyed
The beginning was SO cozy! I loved the scent, sound and texture descriptions that added to the mood, and this tea leaf reading business they run with a bakery sounds like such a delight! I also thought the tea leaf symbolism shared with each chapter was fun
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🤷🏻‍♀️What didn’t work for me
This was super cozy until it wasn’t (to us anyways). In efforts to prevent the curse from happening, one of the sisters gets controlling & it kinda felt like a hostage situation?? It was like these sisters weren’t allowed to live their own independent lives. It was a little weird & I was asking WTF 😅
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The ending came around though, the twist was a surprise and I was satisfied with the ending for the most part.
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Recommended for cozy tea lovers reading for vibes more than action& willing to overlook over-the-top reactions

This book would be considered “cozy fantasy” because there aren’t any high stakes involved and there’s no violence.

This was just a very simple story about three sister witches who run a tearoom together reading tea leaves for humans and other witches. One day, the witches council assigns them a very difficult series of tasks and threatens to take their tearoom away from them if they don’t succeed. They also discover a curse that threatens to separate the sisters, and they must find a way to prevent it from coming true.

The way the plot comes together wasn’t my favorite. One sister wants to be a novelist, one is weirdly obsessed with a Circus, and the other is like trying to hold them hostage to prevent the curse from happening.

There is minimal romance and a fun twist or two, but overall,

Thank you to Atria for my ARC!

3.75⭐️ A comfy, cozy read! This was a great book about the balance of life. You meet triplet sisters who are running their family tearoom after the tragic death of their mother. A close friend informs them that they have a curse placed on them and if they expect to break the curse, they must stay together. The book follows the sister's journey to try and break the curse. Problem is, can they stay together while still being their own person or will staying together jeopardize who they are as individuals? It was very heartwarming to see the sisters figure out what it takes to have it all. Feel good with some witchy vibes! Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC copy. This is my honest review.

Crescent Moon Tearoom is a cozy fantasy about witches who are identical triplets. They own the tearoom together in Chicago and read their customers' tea leaves. The house/tearoom is sentient and will change aspects of the house based on the sisters' feelings and activities.

The council of witches tells the sisters they must help three other witches discover their tasks in life. If they don't complete the job, they lose the tearoom. While they are on this assignment, the sisters start to have different interests and grow apart. They keep their interests from each other which creates a divide among them.

Overall, this book was easy to read but did not keep my attention very well. I feel like there was not much happening with the sisters and I got bored.

Thank you to Atria Books for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.