we love a spooky enemies to lovers read. this is a fun light hearted paranormal romance. the banter back and forth between the mmc and fmc is giving.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the digital ARC!

I'll preface this by saying that this book was fine. But that was pretty much my whole thought process around it. It's an easy read if you're looking for a light-hearted paranormal romance, and sometimes you need that, which is why I don't have anything negative to say. Unfortunately, I don't have anything positive either because it was just...fine.

There was instalove, and it's explained half-heartedly, but at least it gave me an explanation. An overarching plot is happening - both Trixie and Dominic have been nominated as candidates for a seat on the Council, which runs The Hollows - a paranormal enclave in New York City. There's pretty much nothing that indicates this place is actually in NYC, which is unfortunate as I feel that would have added more to the world-building. Dominic is also the guy who owns the building that Trixie lives in, and he wants to sell it. He also has an evil brother doing evil things, and Trixie is struggling with her magic that wants to be free and that she doesn't want to use.

Overall, it was fine. Trixie shows some character growth, but Dominic does not. I didn't feel particularly inspired to read anything else in this world, but it was okay as a palette cleanser.

This is the first book I’ve read by Gina LeManna and I absolutely loved it!
Enemies (well a little one sided) to lovers story with the added supernatural element. It follows the story of a strong willed witch (Trixie) who is holding on to her past and a rich vampire (Dominic) who needs a minor reality check.
Really well written with many elements included; comedy, romance, suspense and mystery. I thoroughly enjoyed the story start to finish and it will definitely be a recommended read from me.

Hate Hex by Gina LaManna is an enchanting blend of romance, mystery, and magic that captivates readers from start to finish. Set in a whimsical world filled with witches, spells, and simmering tension, this novel offers a delightful escape into a fantastical realm.

The protagonist, whose fiery spirit and determination make her instantly likable, navigates a world where magic and emotions intertwine. LaManna's ability to craft witty and engaging dialogue ensures that the interactions between characters are both entertaining and heartfelt. The chemistry between the leads crackles with energy, making their love-hate dynamic both amusing and compelling.

The plot is well-paced, balancing moments of magical intrigue with romantic development. LaManna's vivid descriptions bring the enchanting setting to life, immersing readers in a world where anything is possible. The twists and turns of the story keep readers guessing, adding an element of suspense that enhances the overall narrative.

Hate Hex stands out with its charming blend of humor, romance, and supernatural elements. Gina LaManna has created a spellbinding tale that will enchant readers who enjoy a magical, heartwarming story with a dash of mystery. This book is a must-read for fans of whimsical romance and lighthearted fantasy.

I very much enjoyed this paranormal romance it was a very fun enemies to lovers and with magic witches vampires elves and more .. I enjoyed the main characters relationship as it was full of so much banter and fun times for me to read I would have given this a 5⭐️ without the 3rd act break up

Perfect mix of rom com and a sprinkle of magic , such a cosy nighttime read ! Just my cup of tea ! The characters are inspiring and are what we all want . The happy ending at the end was the cherry on top !

Enemies to lovers trope

For fans of The Ex Hex, From Bad to Cursed, and any Erin Sterling books, this one is for you. A fun, cute, Halloween witchy romance that is such a joy to read.

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

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the eArc

4 Stars.

The Hate Hex is a fun take on the Witchy Rom Com with Sex in the City or Grimm vibes. I liked the idea of magical worlds hidden amongst the normies, but I also found it difficult to reconcile the two. Why do magical people who live in a small area of NYC need Ubers? And do Witch Uber drivers go through background checks? If you suspend belief and just go with it, you'll have fun though.

Gina LaManna’s newest romantic comedy centers on the relationship between Trixie Gardens and Dominic Kent.

Trixie is a powerful witch who has sworn off using her magic, a dangerous decision that can lead to deadly consequences. After meeting Dominic Kent, a 300-year-old billionaire who’s set on finding his brother and cutting ties with him, Trixie instantly decides she hates him, even when Dominic finds himself drawn to her.
 
This paranormal romance is a fun and easy read. I enjoyed the banter between Trixie and Dominic and that Trixie had a job you don’t usually read about in books. I also loved the side characters and felt they added more depth to the story.

*Thank you to NetGalley, and to the author, Gina LaManna, for providing me with this e-arc in exchange for an honest review.*

Thank you NetGalley for giving me the ARC. This was such a cozy, and short paranormal read. I loved the magical essence and the characters. Dom is a rich vampire who starts out very unlikable in the first half but later grow once he falls in love with Trixie, a witch who is suppressing her magic due to past trauma. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thank you #NetGalley for this ARC!
What a fun read! I am very impatient when it comes to starting books. If a story or main character/s don’t interest me by the end of chapter 1, it already bodes badly for a book! Trixie was endearing from the start and once she meets Dominic and it switches to his POV, it is such a treat of a ride! I loved both main characters, enjoyed their banter, and who knew a witch and vampire could develop such a sweet relationship.
One thing I wanted to flag was that the book synopsis is fairly misleading. Although it is an Enemies to Friends to Lovers story, their enemies part isn’t really accurate. I think the synopsis should be rewritten to better capture the feel of the story. But overall, loved the writing, the characters, the side characters and the magic. Look forward to reading more from this talented author.

There is a thin line between love and hate.


Hate Hex is an enemies to lover, cozy, paranormal rom com. Light, fun read with grumpy, quirky characters that have a decent back story .

(I see a sequel, no spoilers but I’m looking at you Daisy)

This was an enjoyable read and was a pleasant way to loose a couple hours.

If you enjoyed The Ex Hex, Hex Appeal then this a book for you.

This was a great read! It had a plot that kept me interested and didn't drag on. This was light-hearted and there were a lot of times when I was giggling away to myself.

Often I find that fantasy can get a bit away from me and I end up confused but this kept the fantasy elements really digestible and I really enjoyed getting to learn more about the different kinds of magic available in their world. It's interesting to think that a group of supernatural could be living just under our noses and we'd never know.

I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers, fantasy rom-com. It's a perfect blend of romance, humour, and magic!

I wouldn't really call this book enemies to lovers because they're never really enemies and animosity is resolved very quickly, but they do have banter to make up for it. I do like all things witchy so I liked the general vibe, but I was confused about the political plot that seemed very distanced from the other plot lines. I liked the side characters but honestly forgot which POV each chapter was from because the main characters' voices weren't differentiated. This was an entertaining, quick read!

Thank you LaManna Books for the arc!

Trixie es una bruja de sangre que por años a encerrado su magia porque la asoció con cosas malas. A pesar de que vive en el distrito para paranormales no se mezcla con ellos.

Dominic es un vampiro que fue convertido en contra de su propia voluntad, es exitoso y podría parecer que tiene todo lo que alguien pudiera desear, pero se siente solo.

Él es el dueño del edificio en donde vive Trixie, ella está contenta en ese lugar porque le recuerda a su mamá, ademas, hay un acuerdo en donde no puede sacar a los paranormales del departamento y sí se pasaba de generación en generación la renta nunca subiría de precio. Pero Dominic pone en venta el edificio, para ella es una desgracia por sus recuerdos y que no tiene el dinero para rentar en el distrito de sobrenaturales.


Su mundo es dirigido por 7 lideres, uno por cada más un comodín: brujas, vampiros, duendes, gigantes, hombres lobos y elfos.


-Bruja de sangre= Nacidos de otras brujas, tiene mayor status.

- Bruja nueva = Nacida se padres humanos.

Hubo 2 escenas que me recordaron a HP, pero nada grave.



Se que conté cosas aleatorias, pero no quiero darles spoilers y mejor disfruten su lectura.



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

I really enjoyed this story of Trixie and Dominic's witch and vampire romance. It was a closed door romance, with a funny plotline and some parts that genuinely made me laugh out loud.

Some of the politics of their world were explained in quite a lot of detail, which I didn't find necessary for me - but it was helpful for creating a backstory. There also could have been a bit more tension towards the end, as I felt the book built up for a while and then we skimmed very quickly over the dangerous parts.

Otherwise, I enjoyed the character growth and Emmy was such a fun side character.

Thank you to Gina LaManna and Net Galley for allowing me to read and review an ARC.

I didn’t have a lot of experience with reading any previous Gina LaManna books. But I’m a sucker for a paranormal romcom so when I read a brief synopsis of Hate Hex I had to give it a go!

Hate Hex is a quirky and quick read! Our story follows Trixie, a witch who hates magic and is a taxi driver, and Dominic who's a 300+ year old vampire that Trixie hits in the face with a wine cork. Who then begin a playful games of “Hate Hexes” on each other after being forced to run for a seat on the Council.

Hate Hex has left me saying "wow" for the last hour. Which is fabulous because I had zero expectations going in and completely devoured in a few hours. Hate Hex had great banter, fast pacing, and my favorite trope enemies to lovers. The only reason I didn’t give Hate Hex five stars was because I wish it was longer. I needed more Dom & Trinity!

I 100% recommend this book please pick this book up on September 1st when it releases!

Paranormal romance with some good banter- it’s cozy but not my cup of tea! Thank you for the ARC netgalley!

Received ARC through NetGalley

This was a cute, cozy, fun and short read. The characters were very lovable and had some fun banter which made for good reading. The enemies to lovers trope felt quite fleeting, they were barely enemies and very quickly lovers. There was no real drama and any issues were very quickly resolved. This was particularly noticeable at the end when the bad guy is defeated almost instantly. I would’ve loved for the book to be a little longer to build up the tension more.
It wasn’t quite what I was expecting, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. Perfect if you’re after cozy, witchy vibes with minimal drama

This was a hilariously fun, short, sweet and exciting paranormal read! It's full of vampires, witches, elves, magic potions, and crazy plants that draw you into the fun world the author has created. Despite being on the shorter end of novels, it's rich with humor, relationships, romance, and more and definitely a lighthearted little read that incorporates more than the average romcom. The characters have great banter and through Dom and Trixie's POVs it's clear how they find their voice and themselves. I honestly wish it was longer so I'd have more chances to enjoy the trajectory of their relationship!
This review will be posted over Goodreads and Instagram on July 12, 2024.