This book is part of the series and I'd really recommend reading them in order as there is overlapping between our characters as the female MC's are all a group of best friends.

I love Molly Harper she can really create a wonderful read to get lost into. Her characters are fun complex engaging. I love the island setting, this is the story about second chances and who doesn't love another go around.

I received an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

If you’re looking for a cozy, magical read to ease you into the autumn season, Big Witch Energy by Molly Harper is a delightful pick!! The story follows Caroline Wilton, a witch with her hands full running her family’s bar in the charming town of Starfall Point while also keeping the local ghostly population in check. Caroline’s world takes an unexpected turn when Ben Hoult, the one who got away and now a single dad, reappears in her life. As they reconnect, their bond deepens, and they join forces to solve a centuries-old murder while contending with angry spirits and their own lingering emotions.

Harper crafts a tale that’s lighthearted and brimming with autumnal charm. The setting is perfect for fans of small-town stories infused with paranormal elements and a touch of romance. The blend of ghosts, witchcraft, and community shenanigans gives the story a whimsical flair that’s hard to resist!

While the romance between Caroline and Ben is sweet and engaging, it sometimes feels a bit surface level, lacking the depth that might make it truly unforgettable. However, the story more than makes up for this with its fun plot and warm, witchy atmosphere.

Overall, Big Witch Energy is a fluffy, enjoyable romp filled with magic, mischief, and lighthearted fun. If you’re looking for a book that embraces the cozy spirit of autumn with a touch of supernatural intrigue, this one’s for you—even if it might not linger in your memory for long after you turn the last page.

This cute fall read is perfect for paranormal romance lovers. It is part of a series, and I highly recommend reading the first book so it makes sense! I find this series heavy on the magical plot and lighter on the romance, so if you're looking for something super swoony, this probably isn't for you.

Thank you to Sourcebooks Casablanca and Netgalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Big Witch Energy is the perfect autumnal read - full of magic, humour, and heart. Molly Harper has woven a delightful tale of second chances, sisterhood, and mystery that’s ideal for cozy nights. The camaraderie between the coven members is a highlight, and Ben’s kids, Josh and Mina, bring extra warmth and fun to the story.

Despite this being part of a series, I had no trouble following the plot without reading the previous book, and I’m now excited to dive into the rest of the series. While Caroline and Ben’s romance is sweet, the themes of family, friendship, and teamwork are what really stand out. The mystery of the Wilton curse and the island’s ghostly legend adds just the right amount of intrigue.

This feel-good paranormal read is a great choice for fall, with its blend of whimsy, magic, and heartfelt moments.

I loved Molly Harper's vampire series, so I was excited to try her newest book series. I was not disappointed. Caroline and Ben were such a fun couple, and I loved all the family and friends. So if you are looking for a fluffy romantasy, this is the perfect book. I give this book a solid 3.5/5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca for the opportunity to review Big Witch Energy by Molly Harper.

This was a pleasant autumnal read, I enjoyed all the coven shenanigans and am curious to see how the bigger story arch concludes in the next book. However, the pacing felt a bit off towards the end: while the story of the curse was interesting, it was presented as a too-convenient info dump and just amounted to pure luck, rather than our witches unravelling Caroline's family history on their own. The final stand-off was also a bit underwhelming. The premise is intriguing though, so I would still recommend as a relaxing seasonal read.

This isn't bad at all it's just not a romance. They didn't interact enough or even have enough conversations for it to be believable. Also her pov was kind of hard to get into because of all the different ghost voices.

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Caroline Wilton is stuck in Starfall Point and she’s mad about it. She’s inherited the family home and the ability to speak with ghosts, but every time a Wilton has left the island in the past, they soon meet a tragic end. Her high school sweetheart Ben went off to college while she stayed. Now, Ben is back with 2 teenagers and he wants another chance with Caroline. His kids meddle in her business, and Ben learns about the family’s abilities.
She and her other witchy relatives go through their archives to find a solution so she can go off island, and it might be all because of one cranky ghost. Can Caroline and Ben get their HEA?

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley, I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Felt very okay-ish to me.
Didn't really vibe with the romance or the witchy aspect!

Thank you Netgalley and publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Molly Harper brings her signature snark and strong female characters to the forefront with the second entry into the Starfall Point series. This entry focuses on Caroline and her attempt to understand and possibly break the curse that prevents any of her family from leaving their island home. Caroline's day to day time is taken up with helping to keep the family business afloat despite the odds and trying to learn more about her and her coven's new abilities but her nights are taken up by ex-boyfriend Ben. Recently divorced, Ben and his two teen children come back to the island and are drawn into Caroline's world. Can she forgive Ben for doing the one thing she can' t do?

A fun and light read that did deal with larger issues such as dysfunctional families, found families and familial burdens.

I really enjoyed this series and was excited to return to Starfall point. In this book we learn more about Caroline and her family's curse. I love all the quirky characters and the writing hooks you right away. I love the paranormal witchy vibes of the book. I'm excited to see the next book is about Alice. I can't wait to read it.

Big Witch Energy by Molly Harper is a pumpkin spice latte of a paranormal romance meets small town cozy mystery. This book revolves around a late thirty-something witch that is responsible with keeping the local ghosts in check when her high school sweetheart returns after many years away. He is now a single dad readjusting to small town life & perhaps the flame between them never went away. There’s also a family curse that won’t let her leave the island, family drama & a series of scary mysteries that make for one entertaining read.

Big Witch Energy is great for fans of…
🖤 Small Town Romance
🖤 Single Dad
🖤 Childhood Sweethearts Reunited
🖤 Witches & Ghosts

This book was the perfect dose of fall vibes as well as showcasing the love of the found family of sisterhood the small group of witches made along with the adorable & intriguing community. I adored the single dad hero & his two amazing kids. The mysteries were the trick & the romance was a treat.

If you are like me & a fan of things that simultaneously cute & spooky, Big Witch Energy is a great recommendation for a quick, fun & easy read!

Massive thanks to NetGalley & Sourcebooks Casablanca for the gifted copy, which I voluntarily read & reviewed.

"Big Witch Energy" continues the magical tale on Starfall Point, centering on Caroline, an island resident bound by a family curse that prevents her from leaving. Caroline, who stayed to work at her family's bar instead of attending college, reconnects with her high school love, Ben, when he returns to the island with his children after nearly 20 years. Their rekindled romance is sweet, though they must confront past issues.

Ben's children quickly embrace Caroline and the magic of Shadow House, despite sometimes seeming overly mature. The book deepens the lore of Shadow House, adding layers to its mystery while drawing the characters closer together. Ben’s early discovery of the island’s supernatural elements, especially with his children's potential abilities, is a welcome development. Additionally, Edison from the first book finds a new "mundane bro" in Ben to discuss the island's magic.

This book is the second in the series, but i think it was better than book #1. Super cute, super fresh, and super artistic. I loved this book. It would make the perfect halloween read, so add it to your tbr soon! This book will peak your interest and keep you invested all the way through.

I have to say, first off, I liked the first book better than this one. HAving said that, this one was filled with a diverse cast of characters, more so than the first, and more of an in-depth story line in the relationship between FMC Caroline and MMC Ben.
Their relationship is a second chance, later in life ( 35+) romance, complete with Ben's two teenage children thrown in. The family dynamic was a good secondary storyline.
I'm assuming book 3 will be about their friend Alice and that should be interesting since she is under the thumb of her grandparents
3 stars from me.

Another delightful witch romance by Molly Harper! I love her energy, her humor, and her great female friendships - she is an auto-read for me. I was first drawn to her because of her series set in Kentucky, where I grew up - she gave such an accurate vibe of the setting it was deeply satisfying. I'm sure that readers from Michigan are now getting to enjoy the same 'aha!' moment, while I learn new things about the quirks of a new area.

"Big Witch Energy" is a fun, cozy, mildly spicy, witchy romance. The book is the second in a series, but works fairly well as a standalone. I did have some unanswered questions, especially about the magic system, that might have been answered in book one, but nothing so substantive as to really dampen my enjoyment of the book. FMC Caroline and MMC Ben are sweet together, even if his "I never stopped loving her" schtick made me mildly cringey since he had a whole family with someone else during their time apart. I loved Caroline's friends, her chosen family, including Plover. And Ben's kids are fantastic characters, even if slightly unrealistic. Overall a fun and worthwhile read.

4 stars. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a complimentary copy of this book. These opinions are my own.

This book felt so incredibly long, it seemed like it would never end.
I didn't particularly like the writing style and some plot choices that the author used.
The relationship between the characters lacked warmth, and Ben wasn't fascinating.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed Book 2 just as much as book 1! I love the ghost-wrangling angle and the romance was sweet. Lots of action and a pleasing end.

3.75stars—BIG WITCH ENERGY is the second instalment in Molly Harper’s contemporary, adult STARFALL POINT paranormal, mystery/suspense series. This is witch Caroline Wilson, and doctor/single father Ben Hoult’s story line BIG WITCH ENERGY can be read as a stand alone but for backstory and cohesion, I recommend reading the series in order as there is an ongoing premise throughout.

Told from dual omniscient third person perspectives (Caroline and Ben) BIG WITCH ENERGY follows the second chance relationship between our story line couple. Caroline and Ben were childhood sweethearts but a curse threatens the Wilson family, and Caroline was unable to leave Starfall Point, sending the man that she loved towards a future with someone else. Fast forward to present day, Dr. Ben Hoult returns to his home town with his two teenaged children in tow, a return that pulls the family into a world of mayhem and magic. Dark magic is taking aim at our story line heroine, and with the help of Ben’s children Mina and Josh, Caroline will discover the truth about a family curse that goes back hundreds of years. What ensues is the rebuilding relationship between Caroline and Ben, and the potential fall-out as the past refuses to let go of a perceived betrayal.

The world building follows the rekindling relationship between our story line couple, and the revelations that Ben’s children discover the truth about their connection to Starfall Point

The relationship between Ben and Caroline is one of second chances. Unable to leave Starfall Point, Caroline pushed Ben Hoult out of her life but never out of her heart or mind Ben’s return home comes with the addition of his children, and the position of Starfall Point’s new doctor, and the possibility of a new chance at a happily ever after. The $ex scenes are all implied.

The secondary and supporting characters include Caroline’s coven: Riley (Edison) and Alice; ghost mentor and house butler Plover; attorney Clark; an assortment of ghosts, as well as the introduction of Caroline’s parents Gert and Denny; brothers Will and Wally; Ben’s children Mina and Josh, and handyman Cole.

BIG WITCH ENERGY is a story of magic, betrayal and vengeance, family and forgiveness, acceptance and love . The character driven premise is enchanting and magical; the characters are determined and dynamic; the romance is subtle.


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