“Does that mean there are strings now?” “As many as you want Mrs silver. And tie them down as tight as you want” 🥹🥹🥹

Ughhh my heart ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🩹

I wasn’t sure how this would keep along the same vibes as phantasma with a “game” of some sort but it was so good!

Rowan🥹🥵😭 poor tortured soul but a romantic possessive shadow daddy! Say less!

I love getting to see a deep dive into Genevieve and her personality, thoughts, trauma, and life that we missed but was hinted at in book one.

Right now, in this moment, all I can say is WOW!

The characters were all contagious and I was constantly itching for what to come next.

I am so happy that Genevieve got herself her own book with her own Wicked Game adventure. While we didn't get much of her first Wicked Game in Phantasma, this adventure tested who she was or (becoming) and the importance of family.

There was so much banter and loathing, enemies to lovers plus touch her and d!e, which is my favorite tropes. The FMC really proves who she is in this story and what she will overcome to find out more to the story of her mother Tessie.

Genevieve knows not to bargain with the devil, but will she to find the truth?

3.5 stars. This was an ARC from NetGalley. This is the second book in the Wicked Games series. The book started off right at the jump, which caused the character development to suffer a bit in the first half, and took a while to get comfortable with the magic system. This book differed from the first in a couple of ways. First, the focus almost solely remained on the MFC and MMC. Secondly, the trails were a primary part of the story. It kept me entertained and engaged. I thought the ending was done better, and not so rushed as the first. I would continue the series. #netgalley #enchantra #wickedgames #romance

Genevieve Grimm's story to be independent from Ophelia's. There was just enough mentioned about Ophelia's story that I had a rough idea of the story but I am still tempted to go back to read it for the full story!
Back to Genevieve- she is a stubborn women set on finding out more about her mother and possibly find someone like her. Once she makes it to Enchantra's gates and meets Rowan Silver- the real story begins. I really enjoyed not only Genevieve & Rowan as characters but all of the other characters in the story which is a really delicate balance to accomplish. All of the siblings were interesting and fully developed- I would honestly read a book for each of Rowan's siblings. Not only were the characters enjoyable but I enjoyed the balance of romance (both dark and intense) with the rest of the story revolving around the house games that Genevieve finds herself trapped in. The ending was a lovely twist that I was NOT expecting either!

Ideal for readers who enjoy dark, romantic fantasies where survival hinges on perilous alliances and forbidden attraction in a treacherous, magical world.

Words cannot express how much I loved this book. Phantasma was a solid story, but this one blew it away. Honestly wasn't sure what to expect going in but Rowin and Vivi were a wonderful duo. This twisted hide and seek with the Silvers had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. Who knew devils enjoyed their own version of reality tv via mirrors? I really wish I could read this again for the first time.

Beyond excited to get a copy of this ARC from NetGalley, I couldn't have waited any longer to read it!

Rating: 4.25

What I liked:
-Better romance than book 1
-Great banter between Genevieve and Rowin
-More deadly games!

What to expect when you read Enchantra:
-Curvy FMC representation
-Shaddow daddy
-Found family
-Marriage of convenience / fake dating
-Touch her and die vibes

Thank you NetGalley and Second Sky/Forever for the ARC of this title! I can't wait for book three!

4 stars

I had such a fun time reading this book! I had quite high expectations for Enchantra as Phantasma was one of my favorite reads of 2024. I think it’s important to know going into it that the vibe is different from Phantasma, still good, just different. There is still a game element but less gothic feeling. The romance in Enchantra is much sweeter and softer than Ophelia’s story. I loved getting to know Genevieve in Enchantra and cannot wait to continue when the next book comes out!

Thank you NetGalley for providing this ARC.

Thank you Second Sky/Forever for the gifted digital ARC!

I have seen nothing but glowing reviews for this book and it makes me feel like I read a completely different book than everyone else? The formula was largely the same as Phantasma's (and I LOVED that book) but this one just didn't deliver for me. I wasn't into the game aspect at all.

I also had a really hard time with Genevieve. As a character she felt very contradictory and naive, but damn it if you were gonna treat her that way.

The story did get a tiny bit of redemption at the end for an unexpected twist. Considering how long the rest of the book was, though, it wrapped up a little too quickly for my liking, and left something to be desired. Nevertheless, I'm fairly certain the series will continue, and I'll continue to read it.

Enchantra pub date is April 8.

Thank you to NetGally for providing me an advanced reader's copy of Enchantra.
Enchantra is a stunning follow-up to Phantasma, deepening its character development and world-building from Genevieve Grimm's perspective. The characters evolve in meaningful, heartfelt ways, with each decision and growth arc feeling natural and impactful. The world itself is richly crafted, with every setting brimming with magic and history, pulling you deeper into its mysterious realm. Tying perfectly into the first book, Enchantra expands on Phantasma's themes and mysteries without relying too heavily on it, creating an engaging and immersive experience. It’s a captivating read that fans of Phantasma will thoroughly enjoy.
This book is a triumph of both character-driven storytelling and world-building, offering a rich, immersive experience that fans of Phantasma will absolutely love. If you’re looking for a book that will pull you in, make you care deeply about its characters, and keep you wondering what’s coming next, Enchantra is a must-read.

Enchantra, by Kaylie Smith

4/5✨
4/5🌶️
Dark Fantasy Romance

Feeling lost under her sister’s shadow, Genevieve Grimm accepts an invitation to Italy, hopeful to meet someone as lost as her. Instead, she’s met with hostility from Rowin Silver, the owner’s arrogant son, and stumbles into Enchantra, a deadly game of hide and seek where the losers are trapped in Hell for a whole year and are released only to play again the next year. To survive, Genevieve teams up with Rowin in a fake marriage, but as their rivalry turns to attraction, she realizes he’s hiding secrets. Now, she’s caught in not just one dangerous game, but two: Enchantra and the one Rowin is playing with her heart.

🌷Fake marriage
🌷Deadly trials
🌷Found family
🌷Shadow x sunshine
🌷Familiars
🌷"Touch her and die"

Thank you, NetGalley, for the advanced copy of this book! All opinions are my own.

I must admit, I was afraid I wouldn’t like this book because I found Genevieve highly unlikable in Phantasma. However, I ended up enjoying it a lot—and I even found that Vivi wasn’t that bad! This book is definitely slower than Phantasma, and I felt that the rounds of the Hunt were less intriguing and complex than those in the first book.

That said, I think the romance and the found family trope were much more developed, which is why I loved it! The Silver family is fascinating, each member possessing a unique power and being literally willing to die each year for the greater good. I can only hope we’ll see them again because I’m highly interested in a few of the Silver brothers.

The atmosphere was immaculate and felt like a breath of fresh air compared to the gruesome tone of book one. I loved that every sibling had a familiar, and I especially adored Rowin’s familiar, Umbra. My only complaint is that not much happened in the first 40% of the book—the real action didn’t kick in until the halfway mark.

I adored the audiobook of Phantasma last year so I was very excited to get the ARC for Enchantra as well this year! I binged it in less than a day because it was just as amazing as Phantasma!

With the world already established in Phantasma, Enchantra wastes no time in getting into the action with the Silver family. Enchantra has some of my favourite tropes in it - marriage of convenience, forced proximity and dangerous games so it's not a surprise that I absolutely devoured this. On top of that, I just love Genevieve - she's curvy, confident, flirtatious and stubborn. When MMC Rowin told her that her body wouldn't be anything he hadn't seen before, she declared "It is something you've never seen before. Me. And I'm spectacular." Oh, I just love her.

Speaking of the Wicked Games series as a whole, I read the epilogue several times for clues to the next book. I am so excited for it. And now theres the Silver family, I'm praying for more of their stories!

Disclaimer: I received an Advance Reader Copy from NetGalley, but this is my voluntary and honest review.

The author masterfully mixes elements of suspense, romance, and dark fantasy, creating a captivating story that is impossible to put down. The plot unfolds in twists and turns, keeping readers guessing at every step throughout the book. The games in the book were different but so fun to read about! The family dynamics are filled with treachery and manipulation, adding an additional layer of suspense to the already tense situation.

Enchantra is the second book in this trial romantasy series, following the story of Genevieve. While the games and overall plot didn’t quite live up to the excitement of Phantasma, it was still an enjoyable and quick read. I’m looking forward to the next book!

3.5 rounded up.

This was a fun follow up to Phantasma!

I did enjoy book one a bit more than book two, but it was still a fun journey with enjoyable characters. The plot was the best part for me, a magical game of hide and seek, but the main characters and side characters also added to the fun!

The writing flows well and is easy to follow at most points. It did take me a few chapters to get fully immersed but then it was a quick and enjoyable read.

I think my biggest thing keeping it a bit lower in rating is there there were *too* many side characters at some points, with little inklings of back stories and information, and it felt a little overwhelming at times.

That said, I enjoyed all the of the Silver siblings and am excited to hopefully continue to read about the family.

I was worried to read this book when I found out it was going to be about Genevieve and not a continuation of ophelia and blackwell l, but I DEVOURED Enchantra.
Genevieve has been feeling out of place, received a mystery invitation to italy and decides to accept it. This story has a cursed palace in Italy with a shadow daddy wraith. Genevieve is forced into a marriage of convenience when she accidentally joins a deadly competition with only one winner and the losers get sent to hell.

Genevieve was my PERFECT FMC. She was so lively , brave and not afraid to say whats on her mind. I loved learning more about Genevieves life and POV to see the struggles she faced despite not having ophelia’s responsibilities. Her journey to find herself was so relatable and I laughed and cried along with her.

Rowin as MMC was amazing. I loved his tattoed , pierced shaddow daddy persona. I loved the grumpy sunshine trope as always and the banter between them was perfect as they detested eachother at first.

I loved the plot of Enchantra. Even though it was a continuation of Phantasma the stories felt seperate with the new romance spotlight and even though its similarly a competition of life or death it felt completely different with new paranormal aspects and I loved it all!

Phantasma was my favorite book in 2024. I was so excited for this one! While I didn’t love Vivi’s story quite as much, I just love this world she has created. I think I just struggled with the plot and why she was in the manor to begin with. Wish that was a little smoother. Loved the spice!

4.5/5 ⭐️
✔️Fake Romance
✔️Enemies to Lovers
✔️Shadow Daddy
✔️He Falls First

I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of Phantasma last year, and I noted in my review that it brought me out of a bit of a Romantasy slump. I loved it! But I’ve read enough Romantasy series to doubt if I could fall in love again with a second book - sometimes the magic doesn’t remain. But if I’ve learned anything, it’s to stop doubting Kaylie and this series!

Spooky Setting: Just as the author did with NOLA, from the beginning, the opening scenes in Rome were perfectly set with magic and mystery. The author does a wonderful job of building fantasy mini-worlds within the “real” world. I could follow the descriptions of the house and its magic - I get frustrated when the magic and/or setting are not easy to understand. Yet, it’s still imaginative and fantastical. Kaylie Smith succeeds at expanding the world of Phantasma, but without feeling like just a repeat!

Family Fun: I tend to like contemporary romance series with large families, and the Silvers really have that vibe! I hope we see more of them in the series. The family members’ motivations and allegiances make for some good drama and mystery!

The missing 1/2 ⭐️: Just like Phantasma, there is a little bit of magic that ties things together, but is missing from the page - I hope this means that some is being saved for later in the series!

Final thoughts: pick up Enchantra asap in April! If you’re reading this and haven’t read Phantasma, stop reading this and go get it!

Thank you to Kaylie Smith and Forever Publishing for this ARC! I’ve truly enjoyed getting sneak peeks at this series!

Kaylie said you liked the banter in Phantasma? here’s even MORE. I absolutely loved this book and it absolutely lived up to every expectation I had. Not only did I love the main characters but also all the side characters in Genevieve and Rowins story? Sevin? He is my spirit animal. I just couldn’t stop giggling. It was so much fun and then somehow the last 100 pages also made me emotional because the romance was so intense and beautiful. Don’t even get me started on the shadow daddy that is Rowin I nearly went into a coma.

Moral of the story is if you’re looking for spicy, dark, fast paced romantasy Phantasma and Enchantra are the besties you need in your life. Immediately.

Genevieve is one of my new favourite fmcs because honestly I feel like we’re twin flames a lil bit. She’s wild. Anyways go read Enchantra on April 8th.

📖🎧 Book Review 🎧📖 What a treat to become truly immersed in the long awaited second installment of the Wicked Games series with both the print and audio version of Enchantra! Having escaped the clutches of Phantasma, Genevieve receives a mysterious invitation to the Enchantra villa in Tuscany. Seeking answers, she finds yet another dangerous game, and a handsomely intriguing man with secrets who might just be her only hope of survival. Kaylie Smith set the bar extremely high with her mesmerizing, hauntingly beautiful, and jaw-dropping first book. Drawing on many of the beautiful elements that captivated readers in Phantasma, she pens another stunningly macabre novel that delivers nonstop shock and awe in a fresh and darkly fun manner! Laura Horowitz pristinely breathes life into this thrilling gripping game in an audiobook that simply draws you in a dangerously as the game in Enchantra.