I absolutely devoured Erin Sterling's two previous books and maybe because I read the both during fall when the vibes were there for this type of setting. But I was not feeling The Wedding Witch at all. Took me a while to get through for a romance book. I liked the writing as always, Erin Sterling is great at world building and setting the scene up where you can clearly picture it in your head. But this time the characters fell short for me. They did not seem to have any chemistry and fell in love out of nowhere in my opinion. The plot was also average but I will not say that I will never read their books again because at the end of the day Sterlings books are pretty entertaining, maybe I will read again and in the Fall and change my mind.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

This was so cute! Such a fun return to Graves Glen and finally getting Bowen’s story! Tamsyn was a fun and sassy FMC and not at all what I would’ve predicted for Bowen but they were perfect together. Time travel, holidays, family drama, soulmates, no third act breakup and no miscommunication trope makes this one a super fun holiday read! 🌲❤️ Thank you to the publisher and to Netgalley for the ARC!

I’ve read the entire Ex Hex series, and I have to say this is my favorite of the 3. These books are spooky, witchy, and fun. I liked the inclusion of time travel in this novel and the 50s fashion. Solid read for a time I was needing a light, quick read.

The wedding Witch is the first book that I read from Erin Sterling. I also noticed that it's part of a book series. I must honestly say that it was a great standalone read. I loved the story had witches, humans, and time traveling.

Bowen is a witch that hires Tamsyn who is a human to be his personal magical artifact collector. I enjoyed that since the beginning there was a love connection between them. By the luck of magic Tamsyn and Bowen ended up in the same home where a witch was going to get married. During their own hunt for a magical artifact they ended in 1957 and they have a limited time to find out what they need to fix.

I enjoyed the magic, romance and the mystery. I was hooked on the book because I wanted to know if they will ever go back to 2024. I rooted to Bowen and Tamsyn's love and there was spice in the book.

I highly recommend this book if you are looking for witches, love and magic.

Another charming book in Sterling's fun witch series, although this one is almost entirely outside of Graves Glen! Maybe it was that, plus the slightly rushed and confused ending that knocked it down to 4 stars. Still recommended, but not my absolute favorite of the series!

A heartfelt thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for providing me with an advance reader copy of this enchanting novel.

"The Wedding Witch" by Erin Sterling is a delightful mix of romance, magic, and mystery. Following the New York Times bestselling success of The Ex Hex and The Kiss Curse, Sterling brings us another spellbinding tale, perfect for the Winter Solstice.

Bowen Penhallow, a reclusive scholar of dark magic, is reluctantly drawn into a Yuletide wedding in the Welsh countryside by his ghostly friend, Colin. Tamsyn Bligh, a human dealer in magical artifacts, attends the same wedding with hopes of a big score. When a powerful spell transports them to the past, Bowen and Tamsyn must navigate the 1958 Yuletide celebration at Tywyll House, unraveling its haunting origins and dealing with their growing attraction to each other.

Sterling's writing is witty and captivating, seamlessly blending humor, suspense, and romance. The chemistry between Bowen and Tamsyn is electric, and their journey through time is filled with enchanting twists and turns. "The Wedding Witch" is a delightful read that keeps you hooked from start to finish, reminding us of the magic of love and the importance of facing our past.

Highly recommended for fans of romantic fantasies with a touch of the supernatural.

If you are a fan of Erin Sterling's books you will love this one! It has it all--time travel, employer/employee "forbidden" love, one-bed forced proximity, magic, and time travel! I loved seeing familiar characters from her last books. I also really enjoyed the twists along the way. No spoilers, but the ending really tied things together nicely! This was one of those feel-good books that you can't put down. And it was a bit spicier than I remembered the first two being, which was nice!

Another delicious adventure with a swoon worthy Penhallow brother. The way I've loved these books, these brothers, and the vibrant women that steal their hearts is astounding. Please don't let this be the last book! I was so excited to receive an eARC for this that I told myself I would pace myself.....I read it in a day...and I have two kids under 3 and work a full time job...

Bowen is delicious. His Welsh mutterings, his devotion and deep care for those he cares for, his deceptively rough caveman exterior - there is no Penhallow brother more deserving of finding love than him. I also LOVE a redemption arc and getting that for Tamsyn was awesome. Although, to be honest I liked her character in The Ex Hex! Their whirlwind romance and banter was so entertaining and I loved how this wasn't an "enemies-to-lovers"-esque story like the previous ones. I was curious how things would end with Declan as well and this tied everything up nicely. It was a little less adventurous than the previous two books which is crazy because of the time travel, but no less entertaining. Lowri was such a lovely Jones witch tie in and I wish there was somehow more of her or at least some mentioned acknowledgment of her to Vivi and Gwyn. Again, please don't let this be the last book! Now we need something with all of them in Graves Glen - kind of like a the Scooby-Doo "Mystery Incorporated" gang.

Thank you Erin Sterling, Avon, and NetGalley for the e-ARC!! Don't mind me just continuing to recommend this series to all of my friends!

I love a witchy rom com and I especially love Erin Sterling’s books. The Wedding Witch has a new setting and a different vibe from the first two books but I loved it! It was funny and steamy and it kept me entertained for the entire book. The only reason it’s not 5 stars is because I would’ve liked more backstory for Tamsyn. I really liked her character and just wanted to know more.

Thank you to Avon and Harper Voyager and NetGalley for an advance reader copy of The Wedding Witch by Erin Sterling.

I really enjoyed The Ex Hex and The Kiss Curse. Now it’s time for The Wedding Witch starring Tamsyn and Bowen!!

Bowen Penhallow is asked to attend a Yuletide wedding. Little does he know that Tamsyn, who procures magical items, has decided to take on a job that leads her to the same wedding. It’s here that they end up transported back to 1957. They must work together to figure out what needs to be done in order to get home - and there’s more than trying to get home that is at stake!

I have found the books so far in the series to be so fun and The Wedding Witch continues this trend. I love a story with a time travel element - mix in a romance and you have a recipe for an enjoyable read! I thought the moment when Bowen and Tamsyn meeting up at the wedding was really cute. I also really enjoyed the build up at the beginning - we are able to get a preview of how Tamsyn and Bowen have gotten to know each other over time, which makes their eventual meet up all the more sweeter because of the attraction that’s grown.

The eventual development of their romance feels very natural. Something I’ve also appreciated about the books in this series is that they keep pace from beginning to end. If you enjoy time travel, forced proximity, there’s only one bed, then you should check out The Wedding Witch!

📚ARC Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5

The third book in the series, The Wedding Witch follows the oldest Penhallow brother, Bowen. When his friend (who happens to be a ghost) asks him to attend a Yuletide wedding, he agrees to go. At the wedding, Bowen runs into Tamsyn Bligh, a procurer and seller of magical items who 1) was supposed to be working exclusively for him and 2) he has very strong feelings for. When a magical mishap sends both Bowen and Tamsyn to the past, they must work together to find a way back to the present.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, it’s never too early to read witchy stories! Having already reading about Rhys and Wells, I was really looking forward to Bowen’s story. And it did not disappoint! The plot was interesting, all the side characters were likeable, and the chemistry between Bowen and Tamsyn was off the charts. I’m excited to see what the author writes next!

Thank you Erin Sterling and NetGalley for this ARC! The Wedding Witch is releasing October 8, 2024. If you enjoy tropes such as he falls hard, one bed, magic, and/or time travel, give this book a shot!

"Because sometimes, magic finds a way"..

The Wedding Witch by Erin Sterling is the third book in the authors "The Ex Hex" series. This book follows the ever so dark and fascinating Bowen Penhallow and the adventurous and independent Tamsyn Bligh. This book is a time travel, witchy dream full of steamy love and absolute stellar writing by one of the best authors of our time!
I must say, I love seeing precious couples and characters from the first two books as I read the pages of The Wedding Witch.

It felt warming to hear about "Something Wicked" and
"Penhallow" - and I mustn't forget Sir Purrcival!
Erin did a brilliant job of wrapping up previous story lines while engulfing us in a new and adventurous story of Bowen and Tamsyn.

A five-star read and a five-star book series! You must read.

Loved reading the mesmerizing and spellbinding story. When Tamsyn and Bowen end up back in time, they have to figure out what they need to do to get back to their own time. Read the highly recommended, wonderfully written, and a must read riveting romance story.

If you're looking for a cozy, romantic, witchy, atmospheric read to tide you over until the Fall/Winter seasons arrive, you'll love The Wedding Witch. You'll swoon, laugh, and overall enjoy the ghostly ride as it has all the elements you could want in the aforementioned tropes!

Erin Sterling has become an auto-read / auto-buy author for me. I absolutely love her witchy rom-com books that are so perfect for reading in the Fall or at Halloween-time but still fun and atmospheric at anytime of year. This one lived up to all my hopes & expectations and I highly recommend.

Thank you to Netgalley for this eARC gifted in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you NetGalley and Erin Sterling for the ARC! (aka the only reason I'm reading a Christmas romance in July lol)

A Penhallow brother gets me again.

Seriously, these books are so swoony and I am simply in denial that this is the end of this endearing trilogy! I'm not a huge romance reader, so the witchy, modern fantasy aspect of these books is what really solidifies them as my favorites in the genre. They have the COZIEST vibes for fall and, while this is technically a Christmas (ahem, Yule, I mean) romance, the holiday isn't super relevant to the plot (which is my preference).

Now, this book has a time travel aspect that you really can't look too closely at because the implications of time travel are inherently messy, but this isn't a Sci Fi so I can't really complain! A true critique I have is the pacing, which may be attributed to some of the time-travel aspects. The plot/mystery is more intense in this book than the previous two, and for that reason I felt like our leads could've used a little more romantic development.

All that being said, though, this is still an incredibly enjoyable romantic read, and a heart-warming conclusion to this witchy trilogy. I can't wait to see what Erin Sterling does next!

This is such a great winter read. The banter between Bowen and Tamsyn is funny and s*xy. And best of all it’s a Yule time ghost story. It’s got witches and time travel and hot times. Seriously if you liked The Ex Hex and The KISS Curse, do yourself a favor and curl up with this book. Loved it (I read an ARC)

A cozy RomCom, where the main story is not wrapped up with explanation. I did not read the other two books, I don’t think it made any difference other than I didn’t know the other characters already. I’m intrigued enough to want to learn more about the others brothers / relationships though.

This book was rushed, no doubt. The romance itself felt fast, but I really did enjoy the romcom aspect of this book - the banter is cute. Friends to lovers is fun and overall I like how they are together.

The main plot however? I’m really confused still. Somehow, it’s all okay in the end, but nothing is really explained. I have no idea how it all ties together and that bothers me.

If you’re looking for a cute cozy romcom, and you’re okay without getting a full on explanation of how the main story line gets resolved then you will love this book! (how did Declan get out of his predicament? What the heck did the spell at the end do?! )

Many thanks to the publisher, Netgalley, and the author for my ARC.

2.5 stars.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for sending me an e-arc in exchange for an honest review. The intriguing cover and its title is what drew me to this book in the first place. I have read the previous two novels that have taken place in this same universe so I also decided to check this one out.

The beginning and the final quarter of the book were the most interesting parts. The middle did kind of drag for me and was tiring to get through. I felt like nothing really happened there except for the main characters' romance. I do love when an author takes their building up the relationship between the two characters until we see them end up together. In this book's case, the chase up to the relationship didn't keep my attention either. I couldn't feel the chemistry between these two characters and when they did finally get together, I couldn't feel it either.

The writing was like her other books, easy to read and digest. This book wasn't memorable for me and I feel like I would forget it sooner or later.

I adored this book. Like the first two books in this series, it was fun, cute, and a witchy good time. Tamsyn was really funny and her connection with Bowen was so endearing. You could see how much they liked one another and how compatible they were with how much they bantered. The chapters were easy to breeze through and the story was easy to follow without being emotionally overtaxing like some romances are becoming. I'll admit that the ending was tidied a bit too neatly for my liking and I would've liked some clearer answers that weren't just magic gonna do, what magic gonna do, but I was able to get over this. Overall, this was a great book and I will greatly miss not getting more books in this universe.